Botanical Art by Laura Watson

Watercolor painting by Juliene Sinclair Hi there, beautiful internet friend! I’m Juliene, an artist and color educator who helps people pick up their paintbrush and rediscover the joy and healing of painting. Like many, I was an artistic child—always drawing, painting, and creating. But as I “grew up,” I stopped making art, and after earning my very un-artsy engineering degree, I found myself lost and depressed. I spent years in a creative drought until I finally listened to the voice inside me whispering: “Pick your paintbrush back up.”  For a long time, I ignored it, believing the adult-y myth that painting didn’t have much value—that art was just an “end goal,” something to do after all my responsibilities were in order. Ha! Eventually, that voice became impossible to ignore, like a leader desperately guiding the group to safety. So I picked up my brush again—and I’m so grateful I did! I learned firsthand that Brené Brown’s words are true: “Unused creativity is not benign. It me...

Nature Journal by Alex Boon I’m always on the lookout for artists who bring a fresh perspective to nature journaling, and I’m thrilled to introduce you to Alex Boon. Alex is a nature journaling educator, artist, and content creator from East Devon, UK, whose passion for documenting the natural world is truly inspiring. Alex’s journey into nature journaling started with a treasured copy of The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady and evolved into a lifelong practice that blends art, creativity, and deep observation. Living by the sea in a rural part of the UK, he spends time exploring the natural countryside that surrounds him—filling his journals with sketches, words, and even large-scale maps In this feature, Alex shares his thoughts on keeping multiple journals, how limiting art supplies can actually improve your observation skills, and why a nature journal doesn’t have to be a book at all. Whether you're a seasoned nature journaler or just starting out, Alex’s insights are sure to...

Watercolour illustration by Nussay Art This month, I’m excited to feature Nassybah Touriño of Nussay Art. As an entomological illustrator, Nassybah creates detailed and accurate depictions of insects, blending scientific precision with artistic skill. Her work showcases the complexity and beauty of these often-overlooked creatures, highlighting their role in the natural world. In this feature, we’ll explore her artistic journey, creative process, and the inspiration behind her work. -Laura Watercolour illustration by Nussay Art My name is Nassybah Touriño and I'm the hands behind Nussay Art. I was born in Granada, Spain. I started studying art but never finished and although I always kept Art as part of my life, it wasn’t until I moved to Madison, Wisconsin that I started creating on a regular basis and sharing my illustrations on Instagram. I realized then, that people liked them and took the chance to quit my regular job to fully follow my dream of becoming a freelance illustrato...

 Garden Painting, Anne Butera Welcome to my new Artist Feature series ! In this series of blog posts, I have invited other artists to share some of their best tips with you to help you reach your watercolour goals! There are so many wonderful and talented artists to learn from. Let's get inspired together, I hope you enjoy this article by Anne Butera. Anne Butera is a self-taught artist who works primarily in watercolour but also loves challenging herself to try new things, savouring the freedom and joy she finds within the pages of her sketchbooks. She strives to seek out and celebrate life’s little joys and daily graces in her life, her writing and her art. Anne is passionate about encouraging others to embrace their creativity and discover their joy. Her art and writing have been published in multiple magazines and in the book Botanica. She writes the blog My Giant Strawberry and the Substack In an Artist’s Garden and she teaches in person and online. Anne painting in the stud...