There are a lot of good things about art challenges, but let’s be honest - that is only half the story. 

Before diving into an art challenge you might want to consider these pros and cons of art challenges and how best to make an art challenge work for you.

Choosing the right background for your watercolour painting can make or break the whole painting.

Don’t be alarmed though - even though the background is important, it doesn’t have to be complicated. There are lots of options available to you and once you know what there is to choose from I am sure you will find the whole process far less vexing than it might once have appeared.

Let’s review your options…

Learning how to draw figures for beginners can be something of a daunting challenge.  If we are honest, it's not just beginners - I have met quite a few experienced artists that still have some reservations about drawing and painting a human figure.

I have a few tips for the terrified to get you on your way, if you think you fall into this camp.

The questions I get asked most often are about how to get started with watercolour painting. Here are my best answers and everything a new painter needs to know about the kind of watercolour paint that comes in tubes and pans.

Have you ever asked yourself the question, ‘why paint’? Do you wonder about the importance of painting and whether there are any benefits to it?

Ever thought about having a go at a portrait in watercolour?

Good thinking… and these 10 tips for beginners are sure to get you off to a flying start.

Have you heard the story of Goldilocks and the 3 art supplies? If you have ever wondered if you are choosing the ‘right’ art supplies, this is for you…

I know. You have this little creative itch to scratch. Plans of starting a sketchbook practice, journalling regularly, getting back into painting or dusting off that guitar.

But somehow actually Doing The Thing just doesn't happen.  It’s that inner critic…here are my best tips for dealing with her.

If you are anything like me you have a box of watercolour paint and you can't resist splashing a bit into your sketchbook. This gets you thinking about 'proper' watercolour painting. Is sketchbook paper good enough?

Yes and no. It really ….

Being able to add perspective to your drawings instantly adds a touch of realism and invites the viewer into your picture. But when you are starting out, learning about perspective can seem terribly daunting.

Here are 7 things you need to know about drawing in perspective that might help.

These days watercolour is available in so many different types and forms. I am yet to meet one that I don't like.

If you are looking at getting into watercolour, or considering expanding your collection, here is a round up for you. I have included a description…