The Creative Corner

Creative Backgrounds for Collage Art Using 3D Embossing Folders
Are your collage art projects in need of a literal or metaphorical creative lift? One of the most dynamic and underrated tools in your creative arsenal is the 3D embossing folder. These innovative folders are amazing for all things creativity,...
Drawing for Beginners: Get Inspired with These 10 Ideas!
Starting your drawing journey can feel a bit overwhelming. With so many styles, tools, and techniques out there, it’s easy to wonder: Where should I even begin? The good news is, you don’t need fancy materials or advanced skills to...
Learn How to Sketch Hands – Step-by-Step for Beginners!
Have you ever tried to draw a hand only to end up with something that looks more like a cluster of spaghetti or lopsided zombie fingers? You're not alone. Learning how to draw a hand is often one of the...
From Marker to Masterpiece: Create Charming Painted Blooms with Alcohol Based Markers!
If you’ve ever dreamt of adding vivid, enchanting flowers to your art projects, alcohol markers are your new best friends! Thanks to their intense colors and effortless blending abilities, alcohol markers allow you to color blossoms that are full of...
Discover the Magic of Subtle Texture Paste for Beautiful Mixed Media Projects!
Soft shine. Subtle texture. Elegant detail. These three elements can elevate any mixed media project or art journal page from ordinary to extraordinary, and textured shimmer paste is the secret ingredient that makes it happen.  In this blog, we’ll dive...
Elevate Your Art with Acrylic Markers!
If you're a painter, journaler, paper crafter, or mixed media enthusiast, there’s one tool you need in your creative arsenal: acrylic paint markers. These vibrant, incredibly versatile tools offer the precision of a pen with the boldness of paint—and artists...
Layer, Blend, and Create with Permanent Markers in Fine Art
In the world of fine art, paintbrushes often steal the spotlight, but did you know that permanent markers can unlock just as much creativity, control, and color brilliance? From sketching to blending, detailing to layering, permanent markers are proving to...
The Power of Emotional Storytelling in Art to Inspire Kindness and Social Change
Art has long been a powerful tool for expression, healing, and positivity. The simplest of sketches or the grandest of murals both have the unique ability to connect people and evoke emotions. Artists today have the opportunity to create art...
Add Texture to Your Art with Shimmer Relief Paste Ideas!
Have you ever felt like your artwork felt a little…flat? If you can relate both literally and figuratively, using mixed media relief paste could be just the thing to incorporate texture and added interest. It can provide a tactile experience...
What Is a Watercolor Palette? Here’s Everything You Need to Know About This Must-Have Artist Tool!
If there are 3 things a watercolor artist must have in their arsenal of tools, it would be watercolor paint, paintbrushes, and a watercolor palette. A palette for painting enhances your creative process, keeping your colors organized and all within...
Crafting with Texture: Here's Everything You Need to Know About Mixed Media Pastes!
The essence of art is pushing boundaries and trying to find ways to express yourself through your chosen medium. If this is something you’re looking to achieve, a great way to elevate your experience is by using mixed media pastes.   Shimmer...
Exploring Creative Growth For Artists and Why It's Important
Art is a journey, not a destination. It has the unique power to inspire, connect, and heal, which requires a consistent flow of new skills and experiences. For artists of all skill levels, the pursuit of lifelong learning in art...
Share Your Creative Passion With Non-artistic Friends and Family
Is being creative a big part of your life? And if so, are you looking to share it with the people you love most? Maybe you want to create a painting with your kids or get your parents involved in...
The Only Beginner Watercolor Guide You’ll Need for 2025
Watercolor painting is one of the most common art mediums out there, known for its ease of use and ability to create the most beautiful works of art. At first glance, you may find it intimidating to start watercoloring yourself,...
Busting Common Watercolor Painting Myths
If you’ve never done watercolor painting before, chances are you think it’s too challenging or complicated for a beginner. Beautiful paintings or watercolor projects require technique and experience, that’s for sure, but anyone can do it! New York Cityscape Gouache...
Anish Kapoor: The Visionary Sculptor Who Changed Contemporary Art
Every artist's inspiration comes from somewhere, and iconic sculptor Anish Kapoor has made his mark in the industry by being inspired by one word—form. Throughout his life, he explored the different forms, shapes, and physical manifestations of objects and mediums...
The Dark and the Divine: The Art and Legacy of Caravaggio
“All works, no matter what or by whom painted, are nothing but bagatelles and childish trifles unless they are made and painted from life, and there can be nothing better than to follow nature.” Close-ups of intense facial expressions, a...