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5 Sketching Tips – 3 | Tuesday Tips
The past two posts in this sketching series were on being relaxed, and trying different styles. This week's focus is on: Tip #3 - Practice from Life One of the most important tips I've received from other artists is to practice straight from life. Now...
Autumn | Northeast Ohio Nature Photographer
And here's a fun fall download for you! Right click on the picture below to add it to your desktop as a screensaver!
5 Sketching Tips – 2 | Tuesday Tips
Our first tip in this new series on sketching was to be relaxed. The next tip is: Tip #2 - Try Different Styles This is part of the practical application of sketching, and can actually be a really fun part! Try grabbing a piece of paper near you and...
A Smile for Your Day!
Happy Rose Schedule and Goal Planner | Wednesday Behind-the-Scenes
So you may be wondering ... "so, what does a 'Happy Rose Schedule and Goal Planner' have to do with a behind-the-scenes post?! Well, I've decided to connect it this way. You see, just like any other profession, an artist needs to be organized too! And just yesterday...
5 Sketching Tips – 1 | Tuesday Tips
The past few art tip posts have been focusing on color design, with three tips: value, complementary colors, and observation. Now we're going to jump into a series on sketching! The first tip is: Tip #1 - Be Relaxed I know this might sound a little like...
Lila Little Paper Doll | Monday Littles
Here's a Monday Little to bring a smile your way! In the printable below there is an extra copy of the paper doll to share with a friend or sibling! Stick the extra in a note, or slip it in your sisters' school book as a surprise to brighten their day! ;-) You...
Because I Love You | Thursday Children’s Book Review
Because I Love You Written by: Max Lucado Illustrated by: Mitchell Heinze A story that dwells upon God's love and faithfulness towards His children, Because I Love You is not only a beautiful story, but a great encouragement for the heart. Shaddai and...
3 Tips on Color Design – 3 | Tuesday Tips
Tip #3 - Observation The past two tips have been on value and complementary colors. This week we're going to talk about observation. In other words, observing the colors around us and using what we learn, in our art. 1. To start, find a sketchbook, or small...
Splashes | Sunshine Journal
When in Maine, Melanie and I sat on a dock and put in our feet in the water. It was very cold, but we ended up having a lot of fun making splashes and trying to capture them with our cameras. Here's one of my favorite pictures. Water droplets, sunshine,...
About the Artist
Melissa Thomsen is an northeastern woman with a mission to share God’s Word through compelling, inspirational and interpretive works of art.
She believes in the importance and life-giving power of the Word of God and desires to draw hearts closer to Jesus Christ and God the Father through her work.