Category: Good Stuff

People in Watercolor

February 1, 2021January 25, 2021 Ken Hosmer

Capturing Movement and Color

In these times of Covid-19 and social distancing, what a great time to browse through photos of friends and family—and perhaps find inspiration for new paintings.

I present a quick video of favorite watercolors, followed by helpful tips for painting people.

Updated: January 25, 2021
Categories: Good Stuff, How To . . .Tags: Painting People in Watercolor, quick videos

Artwork During Covid-19

November 4, 2020November 10, 2020 Ken Hosmer

Overcoming Creative Block

In March, our world changed. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic we quarantined. Bad news seemed to bombard us daily. Social events and art workshops were cancelled.

Featured Painting:
'He Leads Me Beside Peaceful Waters.'—acrylic

Updated: November 10, 2020
Categories: Good StuffTags: covid-19, creative block

Stonehenge Aqua Watercolor Paper

January 15, 2020November 27, 2020 Ken Hosmer

Finding the Best Hot Press Paper

I have long been on the search for the ideal hot press watercolor paper. Watercolor artists face new challenges as manufacturers are acquired by other companies or switch to a different paper mill, causing unexpected shifts in paper quality.

Updated: November 27, 2020
Categories: Good StuffTags: hot press paper, watercolor paper

Animals in Watercolor

September 3, 2019February 22, 2020 Ken Hosmer

Energize Your Animal Paintings!

As an artist, I take great joy in colorfully portraying animals with a sense of movement and mood. I personally find this subject an exciting challenge.

Here, I present a short video of favorite paintings, followed by helpful tips to spice up your animal paintings.

Updated: February 22, 2020
Categories: Good Stuff, How To . . .Tags: Painting animals in watercolor, quick videos