Having been at school most of the weekend I’ve had little time for creative pursuits. However I randomly painted a study of a unicorn. Top tips! -use an oversized brush, then you can leave brush marks bold. -add layers of paint from dark to light. -don’t be afraid of challenging subjects, turn your work upside down to paint!

What drawing or painting technique shall I cover in tomorrow’s live painting session?? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!

Putting my best foot forward as an artist means not just painting, but also stepping in front of the camera. I love sharing my colourful creations with the world, hoping they bring a little light and joy into someone’s day. Today was Photoshoot day (not my easiest job!) but with the help of my husband and son snapping away, I now have a whole bundle of new photos to share my owl paintings with you. Which painting is your favourite?

Haven't had time lately for drawing or painting, but I was feeling down last night and decided to do something little. It's a 5"x7 ". Didn't take long and I feel better! AND... Without a tutorial! Constructive feedback welcome.

My name is Chantal, and I'm trying to refind my groove. I am an artist already, I've drawn for longer than I haven't. But lately I've had the worst art block that lasted almost 10 years. I was going through a lot and I felt like... like all my best artwork was behind me rather than in front. I'm a digital artist by trade but painting digitally started to feel grueling. performative. It wasn't fun, so I've tried expanding my reach. I'm trying to draw "within my comfort zone" to not improve but to feel joy. To feel healing, and I think I'm starting to like drawing again. I never did much traditional art out of "politeness". Traditional art is messy, takes up space, and you have to live with your mistakes. Digital art is way more discreet but sometimes it can be cold. I haven't ventured out to full out painting yet, just dibble and dabbling in more pedestrian tools. Like crayons, colored pencils, and alcoholic markers. I have been testing out watercolors but the colored pencils kind. My friend for my birthday bought me actual watercolors but I'm a little shy in trying them. Eventually I'll try it. Here are some of the art I've done recently. I hope we can all grow and I can learn to further expand. Not out of competition, but out of fun.