Learn how to paint a woman with heart sunglasses, a pink bandana, and bold pink lipstick in this step-by-step acrylic portrait tutorial by Sarah Donawerth. Perfect for beginners, this guide covers modern techniques and creative inspiration.
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Tabby Cat & Contentment | Time-Lapse Cat Portrait Acrylic Painting Tutorial
How I Set Up for a New Cat Portrait Acrylic Painting If you’re preparing to paint your first cat portrait—or just want to refine your process—this Cat Portrait Acrylic Painting Tutorial will walk you through how I set up for a successful, intuitive painting session....
Painting Queen Elizabeth II: A Candy-Colored Acrylic Portrait
If you love pastel aesthetics, royalty-inspired art, or watching an acrylic painting come to life, you’re in for a treat! In my latest YouTube video, I take on an exciting challenge—painting a Queen Elizabeth II portrait in a dreamy, pastel color aesthetic. Think soft pinks, minty greens, and lilac hues, all blended together to give a fresh, modern twist to a regal portrait.
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A Collaborative Art Journal: How We Created a Mixed-Media Masterpiece Together
Is there anything better than sharing art? Recently, I had the privilege of working on a collaborative art journal project alongside three incredibly talented women-- Tina Walker, Andrea Chebeleu, and Jamie Dougherty-- and it was absolutely magical! I was able to work...
Doodle Your Stencils: Using Paint Pens to Add Detail
I don't know about you, but sometimes I just can't get stencils to cooperate. The paint bleeds underneath, the stencil shifts during the process, the images doesn't come out cleanly. Whatever the problem may be, stencils can be a headache when it doesn't go according...
Crocheted Dreamcatcher with Embroidery Hoop & Antique Lace
Dreamcatchers used to be made with scratchy brown leather, cheap pony beads, and fake feathers. I remember them being in every girl's bedroom in America during the 90s. Flash forward to the present day and dreamcatchers have gotten a complete makeover. They are...
Whimsical Girls DIY Mixed-Media Cards
I was featured on Nathalie Kalbach's blog! This post is long overdue, but I wanted to take a moment to share my Whimsical Girls collection of cards that I made for this blog feature. Supplies List: Kraft Cards and Envelopes, Size A2 Vintage Book Pages Art Deco...
Bless This Tiny House DIY Mixed-Media Canvas
Exciting News--I'm getting a tiny house! I just put down the design deposit for my tiny pink dream house and I couldn't be more excited. This project is my way of celebrating this momentous occasion. Everyone seems to have a Home Sweet Home or God Bless This...
How-To: Mixed-Media Grungy Christmas Tags
I wanted to share with all of you that I was featured on Roben-Marie Smith's blog! Every year, I try to add a personal touch to my gifts. I have hand-knit scarves, engraved names onto mugs, and even wrapped gifts according to each person’s house at Hogwarts...
Fall Pumpkins Mixed-Media Art Journal Page
For my November-themed art journal page, I was finally getting into the mood of the season and embracing the warm colors of fall. Also, I was just accepted into the Blogger Outreach Program and they shipped me loads of cool paints, mediums, and tools! I am so excited...
Mickey and Minnie Painted Pumpkins
This year's Halloween pumpkins needed something a little extra. I transformed these pumpkins with DecoArt's Patent Leather paint to achieve a beautiful finish. These Mickey and Minnie pumpkins are sure to add an extra special touch to our front porch this year....
DIY Snow White + Poison Apple and Evil Queen Dog Costumes!
I attended a Disney Princess Bridal Shower back in June (I know, my friends are awesome!) and I bought this yellow skirt so that I could dress as Snow White. For Halloween, I decided to add some pizzazz to the costume and accessorize with Mr. Darcy and Mr. Bingley....
15 Mixed-Media Artists on Instagram You Need to Follow Right Now
Sometimes, it can be hard to get inspired. Whether it's coming up with a subject for your artwork or trying to find the right look, it's a battle to get inspired sometimes without looking out into the world for some creative inspiration. Here are some of the...
Pride and Prejudice Puppy Party: Celebrating Mr. Darcy’s First Birthday!
To celebrate Mr. Darcy's first birthday, I decided to be the Hostess with the Mostess. I am usually not very extravagant (except when it comes to my liberal use of glitter), but I do love to spoil my friends and my dogs, so this seemed like the perfect opportunity to...
Pride and Prejudice Puppy Party: Upcycled Starbucks Glass Bottles into Stylish Milk Bottle Party Decor
I saw a few parties that used stylish milk bottles as party decor inside Mingle Magazine, and I was trying to find a way to incorporate them into the Pride and Prejudice Puppy Party. But at a dollar a piece, it didn't seem worth the cost just to have extravagant drink...