by Melissa | Sep 11, 2013 | Art Journal, Wednesday "Behind-the-Scenes"
This ‘behind-the-scenes’ post is on a colored pencil painting that I made for (my sister) Kristen’s birthday this year. It’s based on Luke 12:6-7. I first did thumbnail sketches. For example, these two sketches were a couple of ideas that tried...
by Melissa | Sep 10, 2013 | Art Journal, Tuesday Tips & Art Tips
Tip #2 – COMPLEMENTARY COLORS Last week our art tip was on value. This week we’re going to talk about using color theory and complementary colors. In this image (below) you should see three colors. Blue, red and yellow. These are called primary...
by Melissa | Sep 9, 2013 | Art Journal, Monday Littles
It’s Monday, and Lilly Little is just waiting for you to cut her out and play with her! And not only that … but there’s a special addition to today’s little paper doll! A special print and fold card that you can put in the mail to bless...
by Melissa | Sep 6, 2013 | Art Journal, Free Friday
So … I know it’s a little late for “summer” clothes, but as I was thinking about making Joyful Joyce some more clothes, I didn’t quite like making her fall clothes before giving her something for summer! :-) So here we are. Joyful...
by Melissa | Sep 5, 2013 | Art Journal, Thursday Children's Book Reviews
I don’t know about you, but I really enjoy learning from other children’s authors and illustrators–so, I thought I’d start sharing some books that have been an encouragement to me. I hope they will encourage you in your journey as an artist,...
by Melissa | Sep 4, 2013 | Art Journal, Wednesday "Behind-the-Scenes"
Here is a “behind-the-scenes” look on the painting “Looking to Jesus”. This painting started with a sketch. I scanned in the image, made it larger and used it as my background for beginning the painting. (Edit: Sometimes I will...
