Kerrie Woodhouse's Blog, page 6

How to Savour Your Way to Greater Happiness

I have been painting from photos that I took on a visit to the Rhododendron Gardens near me.

This photo habit seems to be something we all share these days. Part of the joy of always having a rather impressive camera with you wherever you go.

But what do we do with all those photos?

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Do you have too many plump and juicy ideas?

Berries and seeds are tiny symbols of hope and possibility - don't you think?  I love that something so small can be so mighty. From a tiny little seed a whole new plant can come to be - nature’s everyday magic.

   

From the tiniest acorn...

Preserving White in Watercolour (7 Reasons You DON'T Need Masking Fluid)

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Did you know that there are at least 7 reasons you DON’T need masking fluid?

Its awful stuff, but luckily there are may alternatives to the dratted masking fluid that allow you to preserve the white space in your watercolour paper with ease.

Discovering that white paint is not typically included in a watercolour paintbox can cause some alarm for a ne...

Use Colour to tell the Story in your Painting - Muted vs Vibrant Watercolour

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You often hear people bemoaning the appearance of muted or ‘muddy’ colours in their paintings. In general, we all want clean vibrant colours. Muddy colour is the affectionate name given to muted (dull or grey) colour.

When you were hoping for clean vibrant colours, muddy  or muted ones can be disappointing.

But these muted tones are not poor cousins...

How to Loosen Up Your Watercolour Painting (7 tips)

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Are you wondering how to loosen up your watercolour painting?

You are definitely in the right place because painting in a loose expressive style is my favourite thing to do, so I have lots of tips and ideas to share with you.

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Beat Creative Block and Get Painting

Creative block is a very familiar feeling to most creative souls. From time to time we all experience the feeling of being unable to make what it is that we usually make, even if we really want to.

So just what is creative block and how can we beat it so that we can get back to painting?

I’m so glad you asked 😉….

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A Playful Attitude to Painting (and Life?)

I have been painting little pigs for a month. I just love their energy and enthusiasm. 

   

They approach everything they do in the spirit of play.

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Paint From Your Own Reference - 10 Easy Tips to Better Photos from Your Phone

Painting from your own photos of your own life is a very satisfying experience.

It can really elevate your painting practice to a whole new level so I have 10 easy tips that you can use to improve your own reference photography - with your phone camera - for better paintings.

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It's Okay to Stay in Your Comfort Zone

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Choosing the Best 100 day Project For You

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If you have been finding it hard to actually get around to doing some art regularly the 100 day project might be just what you’re looking for!

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