HeyJaredThe Artist Lounge with Nicki Traikos of life i design
This is where artists go when they’re tired of feeling stuck and want clear guidance on what to practice so they can improve and actually enjoy making art again. Guided by artist and author Nicki Traikos of life i design.
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I’ve started doing a round-up post each month here in The Lounge, and they’ve made me take some time each month to go back through my calendar and really notice what I have been inspired by, been spending my time on, and enjoying! I hope they inspire you to do the same. Take a look at your calendar from this month, and really notice how you’ve been spending your time and what you have been giving your energy to. As I share what I’ve noticed this month, and what I will be shifting for the fall, p
The Light Touch With Watercolor Pencils (opens the original)
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As you continue to build on your watercolor pencil techniques and approach this month, I want to share a few more tips with you so that you can feel more successful in your process as you incorporate watercolor pencils into your art making. Read more
Paint With Me: A Travel Sketch, Start to Finish (opens the original)
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I spent a few weeks last month using my new watercolor pencils working on what I wanted to teach this month and found that the ideas were endless. What I love most about incorporating watercolor pencils into my art making practice comes down to two things; I really enjoy graphite pencil sketching and mediums that activate with water. <a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!na3b!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post
I'm going back to Scotland for my next watercolor retreat! (opens the original)
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Chapter Two: Why I’m Bringing You to ScotlandI fell in love with Scotland long before I ever set foot there. It was through the pages of the Outlander series that made me enision the landscape, the misty glens, the history layered into every stone wall. I read those books and thought, I have to see this place for myself.When I finally did get to visit, it was even better than I’d imagined. The history, the landscape, the people, all of it stayed with me and ever since, I’ve known I wanted to bri
August: Sketch & Wander: Watercolor Pencils for Travel (opens the original)
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This month we’re exploring one of my favorite art tools to travel with: watercolour pencils! The perfect supply in your art kit to bridge the gap between drawing and painting, and the most travel-friendly tool in your kit.<img alt="" class="sizing-normal" he
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