Why Varnish Your Oil Paintings?


Why varnish your oil paintings? One of the most common reasons is that once…

My New Gouache Painting Setup Is So Cute!


My new gouache painting setup is so cute! ❤️ In a quest for improving my…

Three Tips to Paint Like a French Impressionist


Modern-day French Impressionist, Valerie Collymore grew up in the south of…

2023 Plein Air Painting Workshop in Athens and Greek Islands with Lori McNee


Have you dreamed of traveling to Greece? Well, your dreams can come true!…

Water Mixable Oil Glazing and Scumbling Add Depth to Paintings


If your oil paintings look flat and lifeless give oil glazing and scumbling a…

DIY Plein Air Painting Easel For Watercolor or Gouache


Plein air painting can be a major production especially if you are a beginner.…

The Simple Secret to Painting Raw Canvas Edges


Here is my simple secret to painting raw canvas edges. This quick tip will work…

An Easy Way to Travel with Wet Oil Paintings


Here's my best fine art tip for traveling with wet oil paintings! 🎨 While…

Charming Oil Paintings on Watercolor Postcards


Recently, on Instagram I shared the unveiling or ‘un-taping’ of my four little…

Back to Basics Using the Grid Method for Better Painting


Back when I was a young art student, the tedious grid method was drilled into…