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Art Journaling magazine always contains a wealth of advice from the artists who generously share their work within its pages. From practical tips to inspiring ideas and even motivational messages, these pieces of advice can help you choose art supplies, break through creative blocks, and so much more. Read on to benefit from a wide array of helpful tips from the artists of Art Journaling.30 Tips From the Artists of Art JournalingPrac… Read more

Watercolor painting holds a mesmerizing charm with its transformative nature. Artists, over time, have developed various methods to transform paint from a solid block into a graceful watery blend and eventually into a masterpiece. Among the methods, wet on wet and wet on dry are the most common. So when you delve into watercolor techniques, these are terms bound to cross your path. But the question is: To wet or not to wet? Whether you wan… Read more

You may know canvas is a widely used base for mixed-media art. But as this art form encourages experimentation, what other surfaces can you use to bring your artistic vision to life? And which one is most suitable for your art project? The right surface choice matters, as it lays the groundwork for your artwork's overall aesthetic. From the timeless appeal of canvas to the uniqueness of Yupo paper, each surface offers opportunities for… Read more

When was the last time you picked up a pen and allowed your mind to quietly zoom out of focus as you doodled on the page (tablecloth, napkin?) in front of you? Much like the act of coloring, doodling taps into your creative side and has the added benefit of helping you unwind after a particularly stressful day.The Benefits of Doodling This type of doodling is often unplanned and with no real outcome in mind: When you draw, sketch, or scribbl… Read more

Hobbies can be an expressive form of meditation — something you do to create a bit of peace and joy in your soul. And while some find peace and mental clarity in a garden or favorite book, your creative space can also be a sanctuary of sorts, somewhere you go to calm your mind and replenish your spirit. Whether it's bright light streaming in through a window, sweeping views of nature, a purposeful grouping of pillows, or minimalist a… Read more