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5 Reasons Why Paint by Numbers for Adults Is Great for Sharpening Precision and Focus

This article was created in partnership with Figured Art and contains a sponsored link. Many adults look for simple ways to slow down and focus in a busy world. Paint by numbers offers a creative outlet that combines structure with relaxation. The process may seem straightforward, yet it invites a level of attention that can […]

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REVERSE COLORING and why it's so good for artists

Why Every Artist Needs to Do Reverse Coloring (and Finally Defeat Art Block)

Learn how reverse coloring can defeat your art block and get you flowing with endless creativity – tips and techniques for all artists

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7 Easy Tips to Improve Your Art Skills (and Make Better Art Fast)

Ok, so you’re desperately looking for ways to improve your art skills, but you don’t know how or what to do first… Hang tight. Because I’m going to share 7 tips to help you improve your art skills and get out of the friend zone with your creative muse. 7 Easy Tips to Improve Your

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How to Clean Dried Acrylic Paint Off Your Brushes & Keep Them Looking Good

Easy methods to take dry acrylic paint off your brushes and get them back to fighting shape As you sit down for your next big painting project, you notice some of your brushes are looking beat-up and worse for the wear; some bristles are frayed; others have lost their shape completely, while others are literally

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5 Easy Ways to Keep Acrylic Paint on Canvas Wet

Stupid simple ways to keep your acrylic paint from drying too quickly and get better, more magical blends. So you’re painting your latest masterpiece, dipping your brush tenderly into your acrylic paint. You throw together a bunch of colors onto your palette and after a few careful mixes, you get the perfect color. But, after

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Are Arteza EverBlend Markers Worth the Money?| My Honest Review

Are Arteza’s everblend markers a good deal? Let’s dive in! It’s my favorite time of the (month? week? year?) where I test out the newest art supplies from Arteza – this time I will be reviewing Arteza Everblend markers! In case you’ve been living under a rock this whole time, I have been on a

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Acrylic Paint- Choose the Best Type for Your Next Painting

The 6 key components for choosing acrylic paints that are best for your painting project Acrylic paints are a ton of fun to play with, but did you know that not all paints are created equal? As cray cray as that sounds, knowing how to handle your various types of acrylic paint can give you

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What Everyone Ought to Know About Arteza Paint Markers| My Honest Review

*Some links used below are affiliate links, which means I will get a small commission if you use these links, at no extra cost to you. If you want to support me and my blog, use these provided links 🙂 Your love and support is always appreciated. Are Arteza’s paint markers a good deal? Let’s

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11 Best Palettes for Acrylic Paint (That’ll Elevate Your Painting Experience)

The best palette options to level up your acrylic painting experience Every artist needs a working flat surface onto which they can grab acrylic paint with brushes, mix their colors, and test out colors before doing the final transfer onto canvas. This working surface is known as an artist’s palette. The most ideal palettes are

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Arteza Outdoor Acrylic Paint & Wood Slices | Art Supply Review

Do Arteza’s outdoor acrylic paints and wood slices stack up? Here is a deep-dive review. Mamma mia, here I go again! I feel like I have been on a roll lately testing all the Arteza-brand supplies that happen to grace my front door. We have reviewed their acrylic paint, their metallic paints, and now it

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