by Pessy Samson | Feb 19, 2026 | Art tips, Beginner art for adults
Whether you are picking up a pencil for the first time or coming back to your sketchbook after a few years away, starting to learn art is incredibly exciting. However, without a clear path, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer amount of information out there. To...
by Pessy Samson | Feb 15, 2026 | Beginner art for adults, How to learn art
TL;DR: While art tutorials are popular for creating a specific project, they are often ineffective for long-term skill development. They focus on imitation rather than understanding. To truly learn or teach art, one must prioritize fundamental skills—like color...
by Pessy Samson | Jan 29, 2026 | Child talent in art
Quick Summary: Is Artistic Talent Real? The Myth: You are either born an artist or you aren’t. The Reality: Art is a skill that can be learned, just like math or reading. The Key indicator: Frequent creation in spare time and a love for their craft. Next Step:...
by Pessy Samson | Jan 21, 2026 | Art tips, Beginner art for adults
Feeling lost in a sea of online tutorials? You aren’t alone. The internet is flooded with advanced techniques and confusing jargon that can leave aspiring artists feeling paralyzed and with the belief that art is only for the talented. If you want to know how to start...
by Pessy Samson | Nov 11, 2025 | Art tips
You’re 30 minutes into a painting. It started so well. The first marks were confident. The composition looked promising. You were in the zone. Then you step back and look at it. “Oh no. This is terrible.” The colors are muddy. Nothing looks the way...
by Pessy Samson | Oct 29, 2025 | Art tips
Struggling with flat, lifeless paintings even though your colors look “right”? You’re probably missing the single most important element in art—and it’s not what you think. In this post, I’ll reveal why value (not color) in painting is...
by Pessy Samson | Jul 30, 2025 | Art tips
I remember a student, a vibrant woman in her 70s, telling me it had been six decades since she held a paintbrush. Her initial hesitation quickly melted into pure joy as she rediscovered the magic of creating. This is the kind of transformation I love to witness, and...
by Pessy Samson | Jul 23, 2025 | Beginner art for adults, How to learn art
Worried you don’t have “talent” to create art? Discover the truth about learning art, dispel common myths, and find out how anyone can learn to draw and paint with the right guidance. Have you ever gazed at a breathtaking painting and thought, “Wow,...
by Pessy Samson | Jun 11, 2025 | Art tips
Have you ever wondered what goes into creating one of our art challenges? It’s a journey filled with inspiration, planning, and a little bit of creative magic! Today, I want to take you behind the scenes of our recent, much-loved Circus Art Challenge and share...
by Pessy Samson | May 14, 2025 | Art tips
When a child proudly presents you with their latest artistic creation, your response matters more than you might think. The way adults talk about children’s artwork can nurture creativity, build confidence, and develop critical thinking skills. Here’s how...
by Pessy Samson | May 7, 2025 | Art tips
10 Common Traps Parents Can Avoid to Help Their Young Creators Thrive Raising a creative child is a gift—and a challenge. You see their spark when they draw for hours, paint with passion, or lose themselves in designing something from nothing. It’s natural to want to...
by Pessy Samson | Apr 30, 2025 | Art tips
Learning a new skill, especially painting and drawing, can be an exciting yet challenging journey. But sometimes, it’s the little things that make all the difference in your progress. As an art teacher, I’ve picked up a number of tips and tricks that I...
by Pessy Samson | Apr 2, 2025 | Art tips
Embarking on an artistic journey has been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life. At Let’sArtit!, I’ve made it my mission to transform art education into something practical, inspiring, and truly enjoyable. So much of the art world operates on the belief...
by Pessy Samson | Mar 26, 2025 | Art tips
How I Craft Fun, Engaging, and Skill-Building Art Projects Creating art lessons that are not only fun but also teach real skills can feel like a tricky balance. Over time, I’ve figured out how to design lessons that actually help students grow their artistic abilities...
