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Adjusting Watercolor Paintings with Colored Pencils
Adjusting Watercolor Paintings with Colored Pencils Colored pencils can transform a watercolor that missed the mark, got a little muddy, or craves a bit of pizazz. Do you have a
Pencil Sketching Practice
Pencil Sketching Practice Pencil Sketching Practice has been rhapsodized for eons. But that doesn’t mean we all commit to a regular habit of sketching (right?) When I practice sketching, I
Gelli Plate Monotype Portrait Print
Gelli Plate Monotype Portrait Print Experiments with gelli plate monotype portrait prints have been underway in my studio, and they are FUN! The first test was reminiscent of storefront window
Figurative Watercolors – Sand Castle Princess
Figurative Watercolors – Sand Castle Princess I took a pause from my fun Mokulito printmaking experiments to work on this small watercolor of a sand castle princess. I’ve included a
All About Watercolor Paper
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Original Art For Sale
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Online Art Courses
How to Title Your Art
Everything you need to name a single piece of art, or an entire series, after you create, or before your first draft.
Intro to Monotype Printmaking
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Using the Grid Method
How to use the grid method to get more accurate drawings underneath your paintings and printmaking.
Testimonials
Feedback from art collectors and creatives enrolled in classes at BelindaTips.com
Artist – enrolled in How to Title Your Art
I have to recommend this short but incredibly useful course on creating better artwork titles. It absolutely changed my thinking and process on titles, and helps me clarify my vision and the way I talk about my paintings too.
Artist/Printmaker – enrolled in How to Title Your Art
The struggle to arrive at a name for a painting is over. Following Belinda’s well-conceived prompts, I make a list of relatable, interesting words to use – and within minutes I have a unique title . I actually look forward to the naming stage now!
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Artist/Collector – purchased a watercolor painting
A wonderful piece! Beautifully drawn and colored, full of warmth. The shipping was super fast, and the artist is a delight. Be sure and read her blog, too. She’s generous with her time and tips.
