All about Watercolour Paper

Let's take a look at the psychology of colour and how colour can make you feel. Create art by thoughtfully using the right paint colour to bring out more emotion in your art.

Did you know you can create incredible colours items found in your grocery store or even your backyard?  In this episode I'll share with you how I make a natural paint/ink using a few of my favourite plants along with which additives I find are fun and change the colour of your batches.  Make blues, greens, purples, yellows, reds and browns.  It's fun to experiment with natural colours because they are volatile and often change over time.  Enjoy this budget and family friendly activity. *soda ash can be substituted for washing soda. Find out more about my lightfast pure watercolour paint line at butterflyforestpaints.ca or for online and in-person workshop visit wattsartacademy.ca. Follow me on Instagram or Facebook. Butterfly Forest Paints Watts Art Academy

Spend time making memories and creating art inspired gifts for the holidays.  In this episode I want to share some ideas on different painted items you can make and give this Christmas season.  These thoughtful presents are sure to please, more meaningful to give and well a lot of fun to make (especially with your friends and loved ones).   For more information about my classes visit https://wattsartacademy.ca/or for our handmade watercolor paint line Butterfly Forest Paints visit https://butterflyforestpaints.ca/ Feel free to follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wattsartacademy/ https://www.instagram.com/butterflyforestpaints/

Do you want to put more meaning in your art and develop a concept that invokes thought or emotion in the viewers?  This episode contains 5 great ideas to help you create powerful images that keep people interested and give them visual food for thought.  Lets explore art through a word or quote, use color to present mood, add the unexpected for interest and consider the ways in which you create your image that speak to people. For more information about my classes visit https://wattsartacademy.ca/or for our handmade watercolor paint line Butterfly Forest Paints visit https://butterflyforestpaints.ca/ Feel free to follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wattsartacademy/ https://www.instagram.com/butterflyforestpaints/

An art journal can be an artists best friend.  Not only will it help you become a better painter but it will also help you live a more focused and zen life.  In this episode I want to share my 8 favorite ways to use an art journal so you get the most out of it.  I'll be talking about the traditional ways art journals were used, to more modern and holistic page types that you can also enjoy.  We creatives have so many thoughts and ideas swirling in our heads so let your art journal be your guide and provide inner insights and fun direction. For more information about my classes visit https://wattsartacademy.ca/or for our handmade watercolor paint line Butterfly Forest Paints visit https://butterflyforestpaints.ca/ Feel free to follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wattsartacademy/ https://www.instagram.com/butterflyforestpaints/

Do you hate wasting paint?  If sending it down the drain, off to the landfill or having it go bad before you use it makes you squirm you are going to love these tricks.  In this episode I'm sharing some of my favorite ways to preserve and make use of your left over paint that can even inspire your next project.  Save money, time and the planet too! I'll be covering watercolors, acrylics and oils.  Enjoy!  If you'd like to find out more about my current courses check out Watts Art Academy or for our beautiful watercolor paint line click here Butterfly Forest Paints. Thanks for listening and have an artful day! Christina

Increase your art or artisan sales at the markets with these 5 helpful strategies.  Understand the markets you are going to, what to bring that sells, prime the pump for sales before you go, setup it up right and collect future customers while you're there.  I've set up at multiple markets over the past 7 years and here's what I've learned that's helped me the most and today I'm sharing it with you.  Hope you find some great nuggets of info and inspiration in this episode.

If you are new to watercolour painting and want to know just what the deal is with watercolour paper this episode is for you.  Understand what the main differences are between the different types and how to choose the best one for your painting project.  In this podcast I share insight from my experiences with watercolour paper both as a painter and shop owner.  

It is time to bust through the excuses and get your paint groove on.  In this episode we are going to look at those big bad reason of why you don't paint even though you want to. Get some solutions so you can pick up a brush and cut loose on your canvas.  Hi I’m Christina Watts, paint maker, shop owner, art instructor and your creative guide.  I’ve sold my art to collectors around the globe and put on unique exhibitions. In Painting Without Limits episodes we are going to get you painting well, without limits.  Enjoy these amazing tips, inspirations, and funny stories about my journey from being an accountant to becoming a professional artist and entrepreneur.