I’d like to share with you two different iterations of a watercolor I painted of my brother’s beloved cat, Toño. My initial inspiration was from a photograph taken of Camilo working while guarded by Toño, who wanted to make sure Camilo wasn’t disturbed. You can see how serious Toño is from his expression in the … Read more
Do you ever feel that you’d like to be more spontaneous in how you express yourself through watercolor but aren’t sure how to make the shift? Here are three ideas I keep in mind during my painting practice that you might find helpful. Have an idea of where you’re going with each piece. When deciding … Read more
I’m sure you’re just like me and you’re perfectly satisfied and happy with every watercolor you paint. Right? I’m kidding! I can only speak for me but the truth is often the opposite. As I look down on that recently completed piece, I might experience a sense of quiet despair. Sometimes, all I can see … Read more
Do you yearn for creative discipline? One way to encourage yourself to show up for creative work is to participate in a public challenge like the 100-Day Project organized by Elle Luna, on Instagram. Even though Elle has organized her project to follow a specific schedule, you can choose to proceed at your own pace. … Read more