Hello! I’m Renée, a watercolorist & lettering artist. Art has brought me so much joy so I’m sharing what I’ve learned in light-hearted and encouraging workshops.
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Hello, Watercolor Friends!
Hoping your Summer has been joyful in a thousand ways! I’ve loved hearing from you about filling up your sketchbooks, tending your gardens, and traveling to see your loved ones.…
You’re Invited!
Art show Dear Friends, I began studying watercolor with Alexis Lavine, in Greensboro, North Carolina, during lockdown this year. Every year Alexis hosts a beautiful show of student work, plus…
Looking for Creativity?
Oh I HOPE you are healthy and hanging in there! We haven’t painted together in months, and that’s far too long. If you’re like me, I’m energized by making art…
Watercolor Lilies Demo
Join me as I lead you through the process of painting these vibrant Oriental Lilies. The reference photo we’re using today is my own from years ago when we were…
Creating & Connecting
I believe everybody is creative! They may not realize it because they haven’t had a chance to nurture their creativity. Often there is talent brewing inside someone, and they just…
Back to School!
Summer has been full of wide open spaces on the calendar, with less routine and more freedoms. It was joyful to be spontaneous when the weather was pleasant to sketch…
Explore your creative side
“A great deal of talent is lost to the world for want of a little courage.” ~ Sydney Smith Talent is within each one of us in one form or…
Lessons Learned
We’re just wrapping up another season of art classes at Curtis Arts Center and what a joy it’s been! I loved seeing students enjoy the fun effects watercolor can create…
Spring News
Thank goodness we can say “It’s Spring!” even if there’s lingering snow on the grass and more in the forecast. It is a season of hopefulness and newness. Recently I…
Never miss an opportunity
Seasonal Favorites from my Shop
