by Pessy Samson | May 14, 2026 | Art tips
So you want to start painting. Maybe you have watched a hundred YouTube tutorials and your work still does not look right. Maybe you have been told you do not have a natural eye. Maybe you just bought your first set of paints and have no idea where to begin. Here is...
by Pessy Samson | May 7, 2026 | Art tips, Child talent in art
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 | 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 | 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...
