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Join watercolor master Eric Wiegardt for an exclusive Plein Air Workshop in Kona, Hawaii in January 2026. Learn about upcoming price adjustments for online mentoring and paint-along classes starting April 1st. Plus, discover Eric’s insightful perspective on creative plateaus and how these natural periods can ultimately strengthen your artistic journey. Spring forward with new painting opportunities and creative renewal!
The Healing Power of Original Art Dear Friends and Collectors, As the spring flowers begin to bloom, I’ve been reflecting on the profound impact art has on our wellbeing. Recent research confirms what many of us have intuitively known: surrounding ourselves with art significantly improves both physical and mental health. Ann Studies show that viewing…
Join watercolor master Eric Wiegardt for an exclusive Plein Air Workshop in Kona, Hawaii in January 2026. Learn about upcoming price adjustments for online mentoring and paint-along classes starting April 1st. Plus, discover Eric’s insightful perspective on creative plateaus and how these natural periods can ultimately strengthen your artistic journey. Spring forward with new painting opportunities and creative renewal!
In March, students are encouraged to explore watercolor techniques that capture the essence of water and shorelines. Key lessons include noting color shifts, light play, and the importance of layered washes for creating motion. Artists should share their tide-inspired creations using the hashtag #tidesofmarch on social media. Keep painting!
Capturing Reflections: Inspirations from Belize Dear Friends and Collectors, The start of 2025 has been filled with inspiring moments, especially during my recent Plein Air Workshop in Belize this January. The tropical light dancing across the crystal waters created endless opportunities to explore one of my favorite painting subjects – reflections. Tidal Morning Water reflections…
The Final Mystery Location was Hawaii! And we’re going back in 2026! Congratulations to last week’s winner who successfully identified Hawaii! Eric & Ann are also excited to announce a Plein Air Watercolor Workshop in Hawaii, January 21 – 28 2026! Our February Art Mystery Challenge comes to a close. We’re thrilled to announce that…
Final Week of Our February Art Mystery! Congratulations to last week’s winner who successfully identified Venice, Italy! Now we’ve arrived at our fourth and final mystery of February – who will complete our group of prize drawing finalists? This vibrant watercolor captures a scene of leisurely paradise. Eric’s expressive brushwork brings to life a kaleidoscope…
Week Three of Our Art Mystery Challenge! Congratulations to last week’s winner who correctly identified Calella, Spain as the location of our coastal painting! Our mystery location winners are really racking up now – who will join them this week? For our third challenge, Eric presents us with a dynamic scene dominated by striking blues…
Week Two of Our Art Mystery Challenge! Welcome back, art detectives! Last weeks Mystery Painting was Flower Market from Belize! Our winner has been notified and is entered into the drawing at the end of the month! Thank you to everyone that submitted guesses! This week’s watercolor transports us to a charming coastal scene that beckons…
The Real Magic of Original Art Recently, one of our former employees (you’ll probably remember if you had framing done over the years!) Christl, came across a fascinating study that confirmed something I’ve experienced countless times in my artistic journey. Dutch neurologists discovered that viewing an original painting stimulates our brain activity ten times more…