Dear Reader, Learn to Paint the Soft Beauty of Cherry Blossoms – April Mini-Course Celebrate spring with a brush in hand and soft pink petals on your paper! This month’s watercolor mini-course is all about capturing the delicate charm of pink cherry blossoms in watercolor. Join me on Tuesday, April 22, for a live 2.5-hour Zoom class where we’ll dive into: 🌸 Wet-in-wet techniques for gentle blends and natural petal shapes 🌸 Glazing to create depth and luminous color 🌸 Using hard and soft edges...
8 days ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, A few months ago, I received an email that completely made my day—The Art of Watercolour magazine wanted to feature my poured watercolor paintings in an upcoming issue! As an artist, this publication has long been a source of inspiration for me, so the opportunity to share my work and process with a wider audience was both an honor and a thrill. After an in-depth interview where I shared my journey with watercolor, my passion for pouring paint, and the inspiration behind my work,...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Have you ever struggled with painting white in watercolor? Since watercolor is a transparent medium, white is not something we apply—it’s something we preserve. In this month’s mini-course, we’ll explore how to paint (or not paint!) white by creating a luminous white rose from the reference image above.. Join me Tuesday, March 18, from 4-6:30 pm PDT/ 5-7:30 MDT/ 6-8:30 CDT/ 7- 9:30 EDT for this live online Zoom class, where I’ll guide you through techniques to capture the...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, I have some truly unexpected and thrilling news to share! As many of you know, I was honored to have three of my paintings juried into the Women Artists of the West National Exhibition at the Customs House Museum in Clarksville, Tennessee. While I had hoped to attend the opening reception, my schedule simply wouldn’t allow it. I was aware that the awards ceremony was taking place on Saturday night, but honestly, I wasn’t expecting anything—I was just grateful to be included in...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Dear Reader, I’m excited to announce that my Mastering Trees in Watercolor weekly online course begins this Monday, March 10! If you’ve ever wanted to capture the beauty of trees in watercolor—whether a single majestic oak or a dense, textured forest—this class is for you. 📅 Course Details:🖌 Dates: Mondays, March 10 – April 21 (no class on March 24)🖌 Time: 12 - 2 pm PST | 1 - 3 pm MST | 2 - 4 pm CST | 3 - 5 pm EST🖌 Location: Live on Zoom🖌 Cost: $150 US (If you are a member of my Patreon as a...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Dear Reader, Lake Study, 5x7" $125 US The March Safehouse Fundraiser has officially begun! This morning, I created the first painting, and it is now available for purchase. Throughout the month, I will be creating and sharing small daily paintings, with a portion of each sale donated to a local safe house to support women and children fleeing violence. You can find the first painting and future daily pieces on my website and Instagram. These paintings are available for purchase through my...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, When I moved to Canada, my world fell apart. I was increasingly isolated from my friends and family in the U.S. and began to fully understand the extent of the abuse in my marriage. My children were only five and nine years old at the time. Because of the Hague Convention, I was told I could not leave Canada with them, and since I was in the process of obtaining my permanent residency, my options were painfully limited. I lived in constant fear—fear of losing my children and fear...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Dear Reader,\ When embarking on an artistic adventure in another country, having the right guide can make all the difference. Meet Courtney Messick A passionate traveler, experienced guide, and owner of Tevera Travels, Courtney will be leading us on our unforgettable painting journey through Zimbabwe. With years of experience crafting immersive travel experiences across Africa—especially in her beloved Zimbabwe—Courtney brings a wealth of knowledge, a deep connection to the local culture, and...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Mastering Green in Watercolor: Green Goddess Calla Lilies Mini-Course Green can be one of the trickiest colors to work with in watercolor—too bright, too dull, too unnatural. But when done right, it brings life and vibrancy to your paintings. In this special 2-hour mini-course, we’ll explore the beauty of green through the graceful forms of Green Goddess Calla Lilies. What You’ll Learn: · How to mix and balance greens for a natural, luminous effect · Techniques for capturing the subtle curves...
2 months ago • 1 min read