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Colored pencils are an excellent art medium for drawing vibrant flowers. Here are some helpful tips for producing realistic colored pencil drawings of flowers.

You don't only have to draw when using colored pencils. By learning some simple techniques you can create a variety of textures in your colored pencil drawings.

Colored pencil artists use everything from erasers to tape in removing excess color. Care should be used as it isn't as easy as removing graphite pencil marks.

When many people think of colored pencil, they think children's art supply. Using advanced colored pencil techniques, though, the artist can create paint-like drawings.

Although drawing birds in colored pencils may at first seem intimidating, after you've learned a few techniques, you'll soon fall in love with colored pencils.

Watercolor techniques can be hard to master, especially for those unfamiliar with the medium. Watercolor pencils make it easier to produce beautiful results.

Deluxe colored pencil studios are wonderful, but you don't have to have an elaborate work area when just beginning to draw with colored pencils. Here are some tips....

Watercolor and vellum papers have unique qualities that can be a help or a hinder to the colored pencil artist.

Have you ever heard of a collage that does not have any glue involved? Have you ever tried making a collage without glue? Let's give it a try!

Watercolor pencils offer the ease of drawing with colored pencils but leave you with the final effect of a watercolor painting.

There are many kinds of drawing pencils; here's an overview of lead hardness, line darkness, and varieties of pencils for drawing.

These fun cards are great gifts for kids to make for Mother's Day, Father's Day, or even Valentine's Day.

Homeschooling is part of many households, elementary and high school students alike. Encourage them to art journal as part of their educational routines.

Color experiments do not only have to happen when working on a canvas. Experiment in your art journal and then bring it to the canvas.

Artists that love figure drawing or life drawing should practice their face drawing techniques to perfect them.

This project can be approached one of two ways. It can about children, or it can be created as though through a child's eyes.

We all experience misunderstandings with our loved ones, friends, peers, and co-workers all the time. Explore them through mixed media art.

Everyone knows it is important to find peace, harmony, and serenity in everyday life. This helps ward off stress and illnesses. Art journal to find this.

Self-help professionals have been noting the importance of outlining aspirations in order to reach achievement for years. That is the focus of this prompt.

In keeping with a lot of your goals to go on Artist Dates through use of Julia Cameron's book, The Artist's Way, I'll be presenting Artist Date Ideas frequently.

In keeping with a lot of your goals to go on Artist Dates through use of Julia Cameron's book, The Artist's Way, I'll be presenting Artist Date Ideas frequently.

The idea behind artist dates is reconnecting with oneself; that is a given. How many times, though, do you really plan the entire date solely about YOU?

This simple spring craft is fun for kids of all ages, and it makes a great Easter class project or gift for family and friends.

If a painting or drawing just doesn't look right then the artist needs to find the problem and fix it.

Art classes are fun for all ages, but this particular focus is on preschool and kindergarten students. Help them learn the alphabet using mixed media art.

There's no better to remember a beloved dog or cat than having a portrait drawn of your best friend. Why not draw your beloved pet yourself? Here are some tips...

If you haven't seen them yet, Altered Books are a hot new phenomenon in crafting.

Turning interests into art opportunities is a great way to stay inspired and keep artist's block as far away from you as possible. What are your favorite movies?

Turn your art journal into a tool through use of this art journal prompt. Not only will you be able to create some art, but you will also sort through issues.

Experts have been suggesting making goals tangible by writing them down for years. What about turning goals into art, in addition to writing?

Most people equate visiting a museum with educational experiences, or some other type of learning experience. This is a field trip for you!

In keeping with a lot of your goals to go on Artist Dates through use of Julia Cameron's book, The Artist's Way, I'll be presenting Artist Date Ideas weekly.

A beetle coloring page to color and decorate.

Wherever you teach your children, you're sure to accumulate clutter. Properly sorting and storing materials allows for a more relaxed teaching environment.

Great resource for older students.

What kind of artist date would we have if artists couldn't embrace the Halloween season in one way or another? This includes Harvest Festivals, as well!

The eye can be broken down into easy to handle parts to make your drawings more realistic.

For those who are new to book arts, create an experimental altered book. This is perfect for practicing and making mistakes.

Designing your own clipart is fun. It is also easier than you think. If you want to impress family and friends, try this activity today!

Each January and February, many primary teachers teach about winter. These quick and easy lesson plan ideas will also work well for the first day of winter in December.

This adorable angel uses children's handprints for wings, and it helps kids in a Sunday school class or at home learn and remember the Lord's Prayer.

Great resource for older students.

Mother's Day coloring page to print, color and decorate.

Color it, paint it or use markers. But no matter what you do make your pirate a work of art!

With summer vacation looming on the horizon, parents are inspired not only to keep their children busy but also keeping in touch. How does art come into play with this?

Spring picture of a butterfly and flowers to color and decorate.

Create a stained glass window when you print out this coloring page. Flowers and a butterfly on a pretty window.

Looking for a cute and simple art project for kids? Try these fun and easy paper finger puppets that children are guaranteed to love.

Sometimes, artists just don't know what to create or write about when it comes to their art journals. This prompt will help lead you out of that frustration.

This lesson can help students build the characters, setting, plot, conflicts, turning point and resolution for an original story by flipping through old magazines.