- A pencil
- A drawing compass
- A ruler
Warm Sand and Beautiful Clouds
Artist Joanie Ford depicts a few beachgoers enjoying a relaxing day out by the shore. Clouds provide a cool shadow from the sun’s summer heat as a gentle breeze blows. Visitors run and play in the water, build sandcastles, and lay under the shield of colorful umbrellas. The scene comes to life with Joanie’s loose brushwork and soothing vibrant hues. I wanted to create a piece that showed both beach and cloud expansion, and a suggestion of families using the beach.
Joanie Ford
Cabin Hideaway
11.5″ , watercolor painting x 15.5″
1.262 zł
Morning Walk
12″ , pastel artwork x 18″
1.157 zł
Cathedral Rock Ranch
11″ , oil painting x 14″
1.157 zł
Hidden Forest Falls
12″ , pastel artwork x 15″
1.157 zł
Gondola Waiting for Passengers
16″ , oil painting x 20″
1.893 zł
Fresh Snow by the Creek
12″ , pastel artwork x 15″
1.157 zł
My Place in the Woods
12″ , pastel artwork x 16″
1.157 zł
Frozen Niagara
12″ , pastel artwork x 18″
How To Paint Clouds? – 20+ Simple Cloud Painting Ideas
There are a lot of great simple cloud painting ideas that you can use to spruce up the look of your clouds. If you haven’t already guessed, I’m talking about the kind that’s available at any number of art and craft stores across the country. The good news is that most of these can be purchased for a very reasonable price, allowing you to make as many clouds as you like without breaking the bank. The key thing to remember when it comes to making clouds is that you need to start with a solid base. Once you’ve got your colors set and your sky filled with clouds, you need to bring in a variety of other objects to round out the look of your creation.
Simple Cloud Painting Ideas
You might be surprised to learn that one of the best simple cloud painting ideas is to use watercolors. This works particularly well if you have a vibrant color scheme already in place, or if you simply want to bring a splash of color to your clouds. The beauty of using watercolors is that you don’t even need to purchase a kit; you can simply paint your clouds by using a cotton swab and adding in other objects as you go along. For instance, you could easily paint your clouds blue and add in some purple drops to give your clouds a more 3D appearance.
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Another simple idea is to paint on your clouds using an airbrush. This is a great idea if you’re a beginner, because it allows you to get very detailed and creates a unique look that you can take and change as you like. You can paint on your clouds in many different shades, and if you purchase an airbrush kit, you’ll be able to do several coats of paint in just one sitting. This also allows you to make very complex paintings of clouds that you’ll find very impressive!
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Clouds are a beautiful and ethereal subject that have captivated artists for centuries. If you’re looking to paint clouds and capture their soft, billowy essence, there are a few key techniques to keep in mind. First, start with a light background color to create a base for your clouds. Then, using a dry brush or a blending technique, gently layer different shades of white and gray to create the shapes and depth of the clouds.
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Pay attention to the direction of the light source and use lighter colors for the areas that catch the light, and darker shades for the shadowed areas. Remember that clouds are not perfectly shaped, so embrace their organic and ever-changing forms. Experiment with different brush strokes and techniques, such as stippling or blending, to achieve the desired texture. Practice observing real-life clouds and studying their shapes and patterns to capture their unique characteristics in your paintings. With patience and practice, you’ll be able to create stunning cloudscapes that evoke a sense of calm and wonder. So, grab your brushes, let your imagination soar, and enjoy the process of painting these celestial wonders.
Art Therapy: Paint What You Feel
Do you remember how it felt to paint something as a child? It was a very messy activity, but it was such fun to get creative with all those colors! Well, at least until you started to expect something from your art, for example to picture an object realistically and to get your teacher’s approval. The process of painting then became less important than the end result.
Today, you may feel paralyzed just thinking of taking a brush again. It’s so hard to paint something, and you don’t want to make a fool of yourself! But the truth is, it’s very easy to paint. Children do it, don’t they? Children don’t think about the future so much, and they don’t make plans—they just enjoy the moment. This lets them paint without any anxiety and fear of judgment, and this is something you can learn from them!
But what can you paint without analyzing and planning? The answer is: your emotions. It’s not only relaxing, but it’s also healthy to acknowledge what you feel and allow yourself to feel it without judgment. The best thing about it is that you can’t do it wrong. Nobody can tell you what such a painting is supposed to look like—only you. Keep reading if you want to learn how to start!
This tutorial is part of the Art Therapy series. It teaches you how to use art for relaxation and fun, without putting too much pressure on yourself.
Art Therapy: What It Is and How It May Help You
Monika Zagrobelna
25 Sep 2017
What You Will Need
- A set of paints—you can use anything you can get, but the best, in my opinion, are acrylics. You can usually get a set of 12 tubes in a stationery shop quite cheaply, as it’s considered a beginner’s set. They blend nicely, dry fast, and can be applied thickly on the paper. Watercolors can be more easily available, but they’re not so easy to play with.
- A few brushes—at least a big, wide one, and a smaller one. The big ones are really expressive, so they’re perfect for this exercise.
- Two sheets of thick paper—you don’t need to buy special, expensive paper for painters if you don’t want to. An art pad with thicker sheets should do just fine, though if you want to keep the painting afterwards, you may need to put it inside a clip frame to straighten it.
- A glass of water—water makes the acrylics smoother, and you’ll also want to clean your brush every time you switch to another color. Just make sure to keep it away from the glass you drink from!
- Paper towels—to clean your brush after taking it out of the water, as well as for emergency cleaning.
For the tutorial:
- A pencil
- A drawing compass
- A ruler
Before you start creating, make sure your workspace is not prone to staining. Place some spare sheets of paper under your “canvas” to have full freedom of painting—you won’t have to slow down close to the edges. Children don’t care about these things so much, but it may be hard for you to fully enjoy the activity if you’re worrying about making a mess!
Colors and Emotions
Although emotions are not visual and they don’t have any colors, we can associate certain colors with certain feelings. Some become linked by our experience, while others may be programmed in our mind before we’re even born. Synesthetes also find it very natural to describe feelings as colors.
I’ll show you a popular description of the meaning behind the colors, but keep in mind that various cultures assign different meanings to colors, so it’s not really a universal description—just a popular one. You can use this list to confront your own notions about colors and feelings, which can be especially useful if you’ve never done that before.
Black
It’s the color of mystery, but it also symbolizes all the darkest feelings: grief, despair, sorrow. Just as black can’t get any darker, these feelings can’t get any deeper. Black covers everything just as these dark feelings can stop you from feeling anything else. Black can also be used to hide what you really feel—emotions you’re ashamed of or the ones you don’t want to acknowledge. It’s the color of domination and isolation.
