Glimmerbug Art Blog
Inspiration and creative ideas for your artistic journey
From beginner tips to advanced techniques, explore our collection of articles designed to inspire and guide your creative practice.
The Easiest Way to Choose Colors for Your Whimsical Watercolor Painting
Ever get stuck trying to pick the “right” colors for your watercolor piece? 💕 It doesn’t have to be complicated! I just released a new blog post sharing my favorite stress-free ways to choose colors for whimsical watercolor paintings. Think happy trios, nature’s palettes, and a sprinkle of color magic. 🌈✨ Let your brush (and heart) lead the way!
When the Creative Bug Hits!
When the creative bug hits and you are seeing inspiration all over the place, the results can be amazing!
Watercolor Mosaics
First class of Introduction to Whimsical Watercolors was last night and the paintings that each student created were fabulous! Come take a look!
Watercolor Workshop: Woven Paintings
Woven watercolor words and journaling was the project of the evening and we sure did enjoy ourselves in the Glimmerbug Studio!
Watercolor Workshop Wrap Up
As 2025 comes to a close, we are finishing up our watercolor workshops for the year with a bang!
Create Whimsical and Colorful Holiday Cards Tonight at Our Creative Art Studio in Harvard, MA!
Watercolor holiday cards class for MWCC (Mount Wachusett Community College) is happening tonight! Can’t wait!
A Blooming Good Time: Watercolor Sunflower Workshop at Glimmerbug Handmade Art
This past Monday night, our watercolor workshop was a beautiful journey of creativity blossoming alongside vibrant sunflowers. Whether you were just starting out or honing your skills, the friendly, supportive atmosphere guided each brushstroke with care. Together, we immersed ourselves in the warm, cheerful hues of sunflowers, turning blank pages into radiant artworks. It’s been a joy to see each artist’s passion shine through, leaving the studio with a masterpiece to cherish and memories of a welcoming community that inspires.
Mount Wachusett Community College Final Watercolor Projects
Last night was our final class for our “Introduction to Whimsical Watercolors” with another Mount Wachusett Community College crew! Come on in and take a look at their awesomeness!
Single Line Drawing + Watercolor + Textures = Gorgeous Paintings from MWCC Students
Introduction to Whimsical Watercolors was another smashing success, with students hitting it out of the ball park with single line drawings!