I'm using @panpastel and #coloredpencil for this Christmas kitten painting :D #painting #drawing

I've been obsessed with bringing more bees and butterflies to my yard. I found a hidden gem in the Dallas area! Rooted In specializes in natives perfect for pollinators!

To give art that shimmery metallic magic, artists should contrast super darks next to bright, bold lights. By softening contrast in the next step, the glaze of color will bring the piece to life. #arttips #painting

Dare to ditch boring backgrounds! Funky wallpaper or geometric shapes give paintings personality. Don't fear flops; acrylics are forgiving. Experimenting reveals your unique artistic style. What's the most unique background you've tried? #arttips #acrylicpainting

Always test colors on scrap paper first. Dry Inktense can appear different once water is added. Save heartbreak by nailing those hues before adding ink to your project. #watercolor #arttips

Keep lantern shadows deep and edges sharp for a realistic glow. Blending kills the light's impact and creates muddy tones, while defined lines enhance the luminous effect. #lighting #digitalart #panpastel

If you had cadmium paint on your hands and then touched your coffee cup and drank from that spot, this could be unsafe. Keep your workspace clean; it's a habit you can develop. This is the wrong medium to allow mess. #artSafety #cadmiumPaint

Bob Ross's method of cleaning his brush by beating it against the edge of a solvent can is not a safe practice. This action releases solvent particles into the air, posing a risk of inhalation. #BobRoss #SafetyTips

Working with art supplies requires safety. Avoid inhaling dry paint particles, especially when sanding or mixing pigments. The dry powder form is where the colors become a concern. #artTips #artistSafety

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That strong, headache-inducing smell in the art studio? It's likely the solvents, not the oil paints themselves. Many oil paints have little to no odor. Odorless mineral spirits are a good option. #oilpainting #arttips

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Don't be scared if the base color looks rough! Layering acrylics on shapes like rocks and mountains is the key. The real magic of lighting and color comes later. #acrylicpainting #arttips

Achieve vibrant colors in your art by painting white as a base, glazing with translucent colors, and adding highlights for depth. #arttips #painting

Starting with a clean line drawing projected onto the canvas ensures crisp, clean lines and no eraser marks. #arttips #painting

To get a flawless finish when painting, paint the background first. Use Taklon bristled brushes for applying paint. Use makeup powder brushes to smooth out brushstrokes. Keep the makeup brushes clean and dry to smooth out brushstrokes. #painting #art

To achieve a glossy effect, add black streaks for shadows and soften them with a damp brush. Repeat with white highlights, finishing with opaque white for the brightest points. The result will be a shiny, glowing appearance. #artTips #paintingTechniques

When you spend a lot of time at home, the stories about your pets get pretty creative. Tuna and Glitch are off on a day trip, with Tuna flying ahead to let Glitch know land is near. Don't judge the imagination! #pets #storytelling

People are always saying oil paints are so toxic. Oil paints are really no more toxic than acrylics. It really depends on the pigment that's in the paint. #oilpainting #artfacts

The artist can layer on highlights and shadows with lighter grays and a touch of white for dimension. She can add a pop of teal later for a vibrant twist, but for now, she's focusing on creating form and texture with black and white. #art #painting

Layering translucent hues of orange, magenta, teal, and indigo over a black and white base creates luminous depth in a painting. Avoid white paint at this stage to keep colors bold and vibrant. #painting #art