New Class! Create a Realistic Portrait in Procreate!
Explore how artist Kathy Glynn creates realistic portraits in Procreate. In her class, you’ll learn step-by-step how to use a photo reference to create a realistic portrait in Procreate. She will share with you the brushes and techniques she uses to create a realistic portrait that looks as though you sketched it on paper. This class is perfect for the beginner portrait artist who wants to know “how did they do that?” A basic knowledge of Procreate is all you need to get started. In the end, you will know the tools and the necessary steps to create your own realistic portrait.
In this class, I will share with you the brushes and techniques I use to create a realistic portrait that looks as though you sketched it on paper. I will take you step-by-step through my process of selecting a reference, sketching out the foundation, creating value and form, and adding paper texture to your portrait. I’ll also share tips on how you can import layers from previous studies, how to use layer masks, and how to use the smudge tool to create variation in value.
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Make Art and Help the Earth
My sweet friend, Tam from Willowing Arts, invited me to participate in a fundraiser called Art for Earth. And of course, I definitely wanted to participate because what better cause to contribute to than to the well-being of our planet.
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Happy Summer!
Beach-Inspired Art Collection for Minted
I'm so excited to present my latest beach-inspired art collection: a series of 12 art prints.
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My New Watercolor Wash Series on Minted!
I submitted my artwork to the Minted Make a Statement Large Format Art Challenge. My artwork was among 5500+ submissions from artists all over the world! I was so honored that my piece, "Somewhere" was selected among the winning pieces!
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Courage
One of my words is COURAGE. I keep my medal charm in my studio as a reminder that putting art out into the world takes much COURAGE. I've got some big plans I'm working on for the latter part of 2018, but recently, I've pulled together an abstract art collection.
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Congratulations!
Thank you to everyone who entered the giveaway! I so appreciate you for following along with me on this creative journey. xo My hope is to inspire you in your creative journey as well! I'm excited to announce the winners of 21 SECRETS Just Add Water | Summer Studio 2018!
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Just Add Water! and a Giveaway or Three!
I will be teaching as part of the Just Add Water team where I will lead you through my process in creating a sparkly galaxy effect using traditional watercolors along with the finetec gold watercolor palette. Then we will pair this effect with the pointed pen to design a favorite quote. It could be a quote about stars, magic, the galaxy, unicorns --- or whatever magical, special quote you want to use!
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Celebrating with a Giveaway!
To celebrate the release of my new book, Hand Lettering Step by Step, I’m giving away a custom piece of artwork to one lucky reader!
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My Class - Words of Gratitude - This week on Life Book 2018!
My Words of Gratitude class will be featured this week on Tamara Laporte's LIfe Book 2018 class! I've created a little summary video to give you all a sneak peek of the project!
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A Book Giveaway and a Sweet Valentine!
I’m very honored to be featured on the Willowing blog today by the very sweet and uplifting Gracie Howle 💞 Thank you Gracie and Tam! xo ...and we are giving away a signed copy of my book!!! Head on over to the Willowing blog for the details! ...and a sweet valentine too!
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Less Than One Week to Go! Lifebook 2018!
Life Book 2018
Can you believe it! Just a few days left in 2017! It's been an amazing year for me and I hope it has been for you too! I am pinching myself for taking a leap of faith and focusing on my art full time. I know I've been a bit quiet lately but here's what I've been up to:
I just finished up video taping my class for Life Book 2018! YAY! Here's a sneak peek of my journal page. We'll be swimming in beautiful watercolor while using the pointed nib to scribe our words and phrases in celebration of life! It was so much fun creating this page and I hope you will enjoy it too. The good news is ... It's not too late to register and get the 20% off early bird price!! (valid until end of December 2017 - so HURRY and don't miss out!) Use coupon code: LOVEBOMB2018
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And the Winner is...
And the Winner is...
Thank you everyone for entering the contest! I am so honored to a part of this amazing year-long course. I can't wait to share my lessons with you! :) . I am happy to announce the winner of this year's Life Book 2018 giveaway, Julie Manherz! Congratulations!
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Life Book 2018 Now Open for Registration
Fantastic news! Life Book 2018 is now open for registration! I'm so excited to be part of this amazing year-long course. I can't wait to share my lessons with you! :)
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Life Book 2018 Blog Hop & Give Away!
I have some wonderful & exciting news! I am going to be teaching on Life Book 2018 next year! I am so excited and honored to be a part of this nurturing art program.
And even MORE exciting news is that I can give away one space of this amazing year long art course! Keep reading to find out more about Life Book 2018 and to find out how you can win a spot! :)
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I’m a guest teacher in Life Book 2018!
I’m super excited to announce that I’ll be a guest teacher in Life Book 2018, a year-long mixed media art class organized by Tamara Laporte!
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Best News, Oh August!
Hello August! I will be transitioning from my day job to being a full time artist and calligrapher this month. #calledtobecreative
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