Learn about art journal supplies, where to find them, and how to use them with different art journal techniques.
Can Acrylic markers really do it all? Let’s find out! Okay, friend, grab a cup of something warm. We’re about to play with markers. If you’ve been hanging around Artful Haven for a while, you already know I can’t resist a new art supply. And acrylic markers? They’ve snuck their way onto my list of…
Spark your creativity instantly. These 9 curated books deliver pre-designed images, vintage ephemera, and ready-to-use layouts for effortless creative flow. Okay, friend, pull up a chair. I need to show you something you are going to love. Here’s a little secret professional artists know: you don’t have to dream up every idea from scratch! Great art often…
Quick Answer: To paint a portrait with acrylic markers and a water brush: sketch your portrait, divide the face into light/mid-tone/shadow areas, block in the shadows with the darker color first, fill light areas with the lighter color, bridge them with mid-tones, then soften with a water brush. This tutorial uses only Ohuhu acrylic markers and…
Do you sometimes wonder what art tools you really need to draw and paint in your art journal? I’m going to share 11 top art tools to use, but don’t rush and think you must get all of these. Check each one out and choose the ones you need for your unique art.
Today, I’ll be reviewing the Inspire Easel from KraftGeek. I was able to use the easel for a month and now I’m sharing my honest review. Besides art journaling, sometimes I love painting on a canvas. So, KraftGeek were kind enough to send me this easel to try out and tell you something about it….
You’ve started art journaling but the paper you’re using gives you headaches? It curls? It bleeds? The paint acts weirdly and you can’t get the result you see everyone else is getting?
Love, you don’t have the right paper on your side. I’m sure your paints and pens are perfectly fine, and before you replace them, take a look at the paper you’re working on.
I know that there are so many ideas online for organizing art supplies and of course, some will work for you and some won’t. What I got tired of is seeing walls filled with pegboards (they always looked yucky to me), shelf ideas that require drilling, or big fancy spaces where you can have gigantic cupboards and shelves. I’m sharing 3 simple and practical ways to organize art supplies you’ll ever need. These are no-overwhelm ideas for small spaces that’ll help you make more art and not waste time on arranging or tidying up.
Interested in trying out Ohuhu alcohol markers? This is my first time trying them out and below you can read my feedback – from one beginner to another. Discover why Ohuhu 320-color alcohol marker set might just be the ultimate thing for your next piece of art, illustration, doodles, and even art journal pages.
I was recently asked by Paul Rubens to review their new oil pastels (2023). They sent me their biggest set of 72 colors and I’ve been playing with them a bit.
So, I’m sharing my review including some basic features, color chives, and blending opportunities.