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Meadow Landscape, Bob Ross Style Pt 1

11/2/2019

What could be more fun than painting in black and white?
Well, once that is done the possibilities become endless!
You could leave it just like it is, or you could add gorgeous colors.
In Part 1 of this video I have made the entile underpainting in Gesso
using just a simple black and white with gray tones.
Come and paint along with me. It will be fun!

There will be a Part 2 to this video next month adding colors.
I hope you enjoy painting along with this video!
Blessings, Yovette

Learn about easy ways to work with gesso here:
youtu.be/EPJ6WYo8MQM

Applying Gesso, Best Kept Secret!

10/30/2019

Gesso is used for many things,
but I love it best because it makes my canvas smoother so my brushes last longer!
You can tint the gesso any color for a warm or cool background.
It's great for painting a black background.
Watch this video and see how really easy it is with these little tips!

Now to try my tips and see if you don't just love them!

Blessings, Yovette
You can view more videos at:
www.youtube.com/channel/UC1KGaTz15xQfFQQi91ej5Lw/videos

Beaches and Rocks

10/1/2019

I just have to share some of my latest little paintings I did on rocks!
This can not only be done on rocks, but on canvas as well.
This will give you new ideas and inspirations.
This is something anyone can do, and kids love rock painting!
Make a day of going to the river or the ocean to collect rocks.
Try to find very smooth ones.

Once you have collected them, if they are a little rough try sanding them.
Then just start painging using oil or acrylic paint!
Most of all just have fun! Cheers, Yovettte

For more on Rock painting:
www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhGho3cOJqur4EJHn_Rg5dqNX7fiKFEGE

Painting a Simple Daisy, Acrylic

9/1/2019

Sometimes it's fun to do something whimsical!
That is what this daisy painting is all about! Very simple and easy to do!
Great project for the kids! Makes a fun greeting card!

Get the whole family involved and just have fun!
Blessings, Yovette
You can view more videos at:
www.youtube.com/channel/UC1KGaTz15xQfFQQi91ej5Lw/videos

Mountain, Bob Ross Style, With a Twist!

8/1/2019

In this video I am using my brand new brushes, and Water Mixable Oil Paints!
I have been getting a lot of inquiries about how to use these paints,
so that is the reason for this tutorial.
I am loving them! They don't smell, they clean so easy with soap and water,
and they are safe around children.
So watch the video and see what you think about them.

I hope this gave you good information on using these supplies.
Thank you for watching and wishing you well
Yovette
You can view more videos at:
www.youtube.com/channel/UC1KGaTz15xQfFQQi91ej5Lw/videos

Easy way to Varnish & Fix a Blooper

7/16/2019

I wanted to share with you the way I varnish a painting.
I know there are many many ways to varnish, and many kinds of varnish.
But I love this Krylon spay varnish the best.
I use it on canvas, rocks, or anything that needs a shine!

This varnish dries very quickly, and can be used on any medium.
This is so fast and easy so I hope you try it.
Thank you for watching!
Have a Blessed day!
You can view more videos at:
www.youtube.com/channel/UC1KGaTz15xQfFQQi91ej5Lw/videos

How to Paint a Basic Yellow Flower, Acrylic

7/1/2019

Trying to master acrylics has been very hard for me as I come from an oil background!
So I worked with several products and came up with an extender medium
that makes the acrylic work more like a wet on wet oil.
This tutorial will show you how I used it to paint a basic yellow flower.

I hope you will give this flower a try if you are an acrylic painter.
I think you will like it!
As always, blessing and have a great day!
Thank you for watching!
You can view more videos at:
www.youtube.com/channel/UC1KGaTz15xQfFQQi91ej5Lw/videos

Rock Painting, How to Easily Fill in Rock Holes

6/9/2019

I was happy to find another use for my Homemade Texture Medium!
Filling in those rock holes for artists who like to paint on rocks!
It works great! Watch the video, and then try it on a rock from your own yard.

I have added the link so you can make your own Texture Medium.
My Homemade Texture Medium Recipe: https://youtu.be/6DWV1WmhHs4

Thank you for watching!
You can view more videos at:
www.youtube.com/channel/UC1KGaTz15xQfFQQi91ej5Lw/videos
Blessings, Yovette

Birds Nest Surprise, Pt 3, Water Mixable Oil Paint

6/6/2019

This is the 3rd and final part of Bird Nest Surprise, adding the color!
Today I am using a new product, Water Mixable Oil Paint!
I love this paint! ? No smell, easily cleans with soap and water.
Dries without being so shiny. Safe for children.
Those are all great reasons to try and use this product.
I have a lot to learn about it because it is so new to me but I'm studying!

Did this Water Mixable Oil Paint look interesting to you?
You may want to give it a try. Let me know how you felt about it.
If you missed Bird Nest Pt 1: youtu.be/dbbTKh55jYs
If you missed Pt 2: youtu.be/e4gVwQ2v8IY
Homemade Acrylic Medium extender: youtu.be/WUC3vCther4
You can view more videos at:
www.youtube.com/channel/UC1KGaTz15xQfFQQi91ej5Lw/videos
Have fun and enjoy the process
Blessings, Yovette

Bird Nest Surprise, Pt 2, Sketch & Texture

6/4/2019

This is part 2 of Bird Nest Surprise!
First of all we have to put in a sketch using black vine charcoal.
The second thing to be done is to add texture to make tree bark.
This will take a little time, but well worth it.
After watching the video if you want my Texture recipe, just mention it in comments.

Such a fun project! I hope you will find it exciting!
You do not have to add texture. You can just finish by painting if you prefer.
Part 3 will be the last of the series, adding the color.

If you missed Bird Nest Pt 1: youtu.be/dbbTKh55jYs
Homemade Acrylic Medium extender: youtu.be/WUC3vCther4
My Homemade Texture Medium Recipe: https://youtu.be/6DWV1WmhHs4
You can view more videos at:
www.youtube.com/channel/UC1KGaTz15xQfFQQi91ej5Lw/videos
Have fun and enjoy the process
Blessings, Yovette
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Applying Gesso, Best Kept Secret!

Gesso is used for many things,
but I love it best because it makes my canvas smoother so my brushes last longer!
You can tint the gesso any color for a warm or cool background.
It's great for painting a black background.
Watch this video and see how really easy it is with these little tips!

Now to try my tips and see if you don't just love them!

Blessings, Yovette
You can view more videos at:
www.youtube.com/channel/UC1KGaTz15xQfFQQi91ej5Lw/videos

Beaches and Rocks

Painting a Simple Daisy, Acrylic

Mountain, Bob Ross Style, With a Twist!

Easy way to Varnish & Fix a Blooper

How to Paint a Basic Yellow Flower, Acrylic

Rock Painting, How to Easily Fill in Rock Holes

Birds Nest Surprise, Pt 3, Water Mixable Oil Paint

Bird Nest Surprise, Pt 2, Sketch & Texture

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Gesso is used for many things, but I love it best because it makes my canvas smoother so my brushes last longer! You can tint the gesso any color for a warm or cool background. It's great for painting a black background. Watch this video and see how really easy it is with these little tips!

Now to try my tips and see if you don't just love them! ​Blessings, Yovette You can view more videos at: www.youtube.com/channel/UC1KGaTz15xQfFQQi91ej5Lw/videos​

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Gesso is used for many things,
but I love it best because it makes my canvas smoother so my brushes last longer!
You can tint the gesso any color for a warm or cool background.
It's great for painting a black background.
Watch this video and see how really easy it is with these little tips!

Now to try my tips and see if you don't just love them!

Blessings, Yovette
You can view more videos at:
www.youtube.com/channel/UC1KGaTz15xQfFQQi91ej5Lw/videos