Behind every little shop is a big commitment. Someone took a chance, invested their savings, painted the walls, unpacked the boxes, and built something they hoped would last. These shops, cafés, and studios bring so much personality to our communities. They’re the places we find something special, learn something new, and get to know the […]
I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about what I wanted to say publicly about what has happened to my business. Nine small businesses in a Clermont marketplace, including mine, were recently given approximately 30 days’ notice that our leases were being terminated. No reason was given. Our leases contain the provision that allows this. […]
If you’re new to watercolor, painting on a large sheet of paper can feel incredibly intimidating. A tiny 5×7 painting feels manageable. Safe, even. An 11×17 sheet? That can feel a little like standing at the edge of a diving board while holding a very expensive piece of cotton paper. But here’s the surprising thing […]
In a previous post, I talked about the six foundational watercolor techniques: wet on wet, wet on dry, dry on dry, glazing, charging, and lifting. Those techniques matter. They’re the building blocks. But in this post, we’re stepping back to the thing that makes all of them work. Water. Because without water… there is no watercolor. And yet, […]
Watercolor has a reputation for being unpredictable — and honestly, that’s part of the magic. But the more you understand how water, pigment, and paper interact, the more confident (and relaxed) your painting becomes. Following are six essential techniques you’ll see over and over again in watercolor. You don’t need fancy supplies or years of experience to […]
