Introduction: How to Paint Fluffy Clouds Painting clouds is one of my absolute favorite things to do. There’s something so calming about capturing those soft, fluffy shapes on canvas. Over time, I’ve become known for my cloud paintings on social media, and I’m constantly reminding people to take a moment to stop and look at […]
August 29, 2024
The Impact of Art on Healing Spaces: My Mural Journey with Domestic Violence Project Inc. Creating a mural is always a deeply personal experience for me, but this project was unlike any other. The Ocean Sunset Mural I created for the Domestic Violence Project Inc. in Canton, Ohio, was more than just a painting; it […]
August 27, 2024
Introduction: My Personal Go-To Art Supplies as a Creative Artist As an artist, the supplies you choose can deeply influence your creative process and the quality of your work. Over the years, I’ve experimented with countless materials, and I’ve discovered a collection of tools that I can’t imagine painting without. These are my personal go-to […]
August 21, 2024
Hey there, lovers! With Valentines Day right around the corner, It’s officially the season of loveeee! And guess what? That love also includes love for your gal-pals, which leads me to the purpose of this blog post! I recently threw the ultimate Galentine’s Day bash, and I am still just so obsessed with how everything […]
February 14, 2024
Hey there, my fellow artsy souls! Today, let’s dive into the wonderful world of maintaining a sketchbook & explore some of my go-to sketchbook tips for beginners! (or honestly, even a seasoned artist just looking for a little refresher of insight!) These sketchbook tips will help you embrace your passion and stay dedicated to your […]
January 25, 2024
Welcome to a little recap of my Annual Vision Board Party: a yearly tradition where we dive into dreams, set intentions, strategically goal-set, and bask in the company of good souls. This time, we turned “The Madison” venue in Cleveland into our haven of creativity, & self-reflection, and I’ve got tons of pictures to show […]
January 23, 2024
Hello my artsy friends! Today, I want to share some of my top sketchbook painting tips (and really.. painting with acrylics in general!) Anytime I’m teaching an online paint class, I find myself saying most of these tips over and over. So keep reading, jot down some notes, and reference this guide next time you […]
January 17, 2024
Happy 2024 my loves💗 New Year, same artsy (but more focused) me 🫶🏻 I wanted to share some 2023 reflections with you, as well as some of the growth, self-love, and learning lessons I faced this past year. I’ll be fully honest, when I was reflecting on 2023, I immediately thought about the goals I […]
January 4, 2024
Hello sunshine! Welcome to another blog article (and podcast episode) from yours truly – Arastasia, also known as – your artsy friend! On my most recent podcast episode, I shared part 1 of my 3-part Motivation series – all prepped to get you ready for the new year! That being said, let’s dive into today’s […]
November 2, 2023
