Princeton Blog

July 18, 2024 |

World Watercolor Month: Grahame Booth and Watercolor Landscapes

Grahame Booth is a professional watercolor artist and a Princeton Brush Ambassador. For this year’s World Watercolor Month, we wanted to highlight his watercolor journey and process....

June 13, 2024 |

Artist Spotlight Videos Watercolor What's New at Princeton Brush

Artist Spotlight: Manasi Bhatkande and Realistic Florals

Meet Manasi-a realistic botanical watercolor artist and Princeton Ambassador. She found her true passion in art and finds inspiration in every aspect of nature that surrounds her. Learn more about Manasi and her art journey....

March 22, 2024 |

Artist Spotlight Watercolor What's New at Princeton Brush

Artist Spotlight: Esther Peck and Watercolor Florals

Esther Peck is a watercolor floral artist as well as a long time Princeton Ambassador. She teaches a multitude of watercolor classes from classic flower wreaths to realistic looking animals and landscapes. Learn more about Esther and her art journey!...

February 8, 2024 |

Tips & Techniques Watercolor What's New at Princeton Brush

Beginner's Guide to Watercolor

Watercolor is one of the most popular mediums for artists to start with because the supplies are affordable, it’s approachable, and the techniques are accessible to both beginners and experienced artists. The vibrant and translucent nature of watercolors allows for a unique and expressive form of art. In this beginner’s guide to watercolor we'll explore the essential supplies you need, steps to get you started, and dive into some basic watercolor techniques to help you create your own beautiful works of art!...

December 15, 2023 |

Free Projects Tips & Techniques Videos Watercolor What's New at Princeton Brush

Winter Watercolor Wreath Tutorial with Jeannie Dickson

‘Tis the season to get creative! Join Ambassador Jeannie Dickson for a step-by-step tutorial on how to paint a winter watercolor wreath with poinsettia and olive branches. ...

November 13, 2023 |

Free Projects Watercolor What's New at Princeton Brush

Holiday Watercolor Card Ideas with Kristin Van Leuven

Are you in need of some new holiday watercolor card ideas for this year? Join Kristin Van Leuven to learn unique watercolor techniques for four different holiday cards. ...

Acrylic Mini Canvas Painting with Nina Hidalgo

March 16, 2023 |

Art Trends Tips & Techniques Watercolor What's New at Princeton Brush

Acrylic Mini Canvas Painting with Nina Hidalgo

Need spring painting inspiration? Follow along with Ambassador Nina Hidalgo to paint an acrylic mini canvas painting! With a few supplies you can create a beautiful mini floral piece of your own....

March 16, 2023 |

Art Trends Tips & Techniques Watercolor What's New at Princeton Brush

Mini Canvas Art Watercolor Tutorial with Nina Hidalgo

In the spirit of spring, we wanted to show you a mini canvas art idea. Everything is better when it’s mini! Follow along with Ambassador Nina Hidalgo, the expert at miniature art, to create a watercolor spring-inspired piece of your own!...

April 26, 2022 |

Videos Watercolor What's New at Princeton Brush

5 Steps to Improve Your Watercolor Landscape Paintings

Watercolor is a beautiful medium that can be used to create stunning landscapes However getting started on watercolor landscape paintings can...

February 22, 2022 |

Painting Techniques Watercolor What's New at Princeton Brush

Gouache vs Watercolor: What's the Difference?

At first glance gouache vs watercolor might look very similar They re not entirely different after all Both are made up of water-soluble...

November 29, 2021 |

Videos Watercolor What's New at Princeton Brush

How to Make Hand-Painted Holiday Cards

The holiday season is here There s nothing better than a hand-painted holiday card to send to your friends and family Artist Jess Park used Velvetouch and Heritage...