Painting is always good fun, and it’s great for your child’s development. Here are 10 creative new painting activities for your child to enjoy, whilst extending their learning at the same time. Give a child a paintbrush and some paints, and they’ll have lots of fun, daubing colour on to paper, and playing with form […]
As a teaching artist, I’m always looking for new ways to spark the creative juices of my students. I’m also frugal about my art supplies. I always try to expand the uses of any product or tool that I own. I prefer making my own collage papers because I know if I paint the papers using artist […]
If you’re new to pastel, I hope you won’t be intimidated by the term technique. A reassuring definition, according to Webster, tells us that technique is simply “an artist’s special method of execution used to obtain a certain result.” My book, Landscape Painting in Pastel, shows methods that work for me, and I’ll be right alongside you to lend […]
Making a good painting is hard work, and requires a lot of energy from the artist. Managing your energy while you paint is important because the more energy you have for making the brush marks, the better the painting will be. As you become fatigued it’s easy for the quality of your painting and your […]
Are you eager to stroll down a different artistic avenue? Want to explore a new medium that is incredibly tactile? Why not try your hand(s) at the ceramics wheel? Dating back as far as 24,000 BC, the art of ceramics has a long and winding history. But the way in which we build our clay […]
November is a funny month for travel. Most people are aware that the holiday season is coming soon, with long breaks for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve, and so stay put for the rest of the month. But smart travellers know that there are tons of deals to take advantage of around this time […]
Hawaii is a bucket-list destination for many reasons. The Aloha State is home to an extraordinary culture, pristine landscapes, and idyllic beaches. While there is no one “perfect time” to visit Hawaii, individual preferences can dictate the best time to book your vacation. Most people wouldn’t consider Hawaii “crowded”, particularly compared to many popular destinations. The exception is Waikiki, […]
Mexico is a massive country with a vast cache of treasures and pleasures still waiting to be discovered by savvy world travelers. Here are a few fabulous places to start, but better hurry to these lesser known regions as they might not remain undiscovered for long! Todos Santos Close to Cabos San Lucas in Baja […]
Every airline passenger knows the challenges of spending five (or more) hours confined to a tight seat in a small space. But have you ever stopped to think about what it’s like to work in that cramped space, taking care of 200 people? It’s This Easy If there’s one wish every flight attendant has, it’s this: Be […]
Looking to get away from it all? Science has proven that nature travel can improve almost every aspect of your wellbeing, from increasing your attention span to improving your mood. To get the most benefit, it’s worth seeking out places with minimal noise, artificial light, and air pollution. Unfortunately, this isn’t always easy. Quiet places are disappearing fast, […]