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Before you point a hair dryer at your oil painting...

Using it on the wrong side could leave your painting cracked—here’s the safer method.

Jae Johns

How to Draw

What happens when you add wings to these simple shapes?

Aug 6, 2026

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What happens when you add wings to these simple shapes?

Follow five easy steps to turn a few basic lines into a detailed hummingbird.

Jae Johns

Oil Painting Techniques

The overnight mistake that can ruin your brushes ...

Aug 4, 2026

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1 min read

The overnight mistake that can ruin your brushes ...

A few minutes of cleaning could protect your favorite tools from permanent damage.

Jae Johns

Drawing Tools

Your watercolor pencils aren’t the color you think

Aug 2, 2026

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1 min read

Your watercolor pencils aren’t the color you think

See why artists test every shade before adding it to a painting.

Jae Johns

How to Draw

Start With 3 Circles—End With This Adorable Sheep

Jul 30, 2026

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1 min read

Start With 3 Circles—End With This Adorable Sheep

See how a few simple shapes can turn into an adorable sheep.

Jae Johns

How to Draw

59 Easy Bullet Journal Doodles Anyone Can Draw

Jul 28, 2026

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59 Easy Bullet Journal Doodles Anyone Can Draw

No artistic talent required. These easy doodles are perfect for beginners.

Jae Johns

Procreate

Jul 26, 2026

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1 min read

Level Up Your Procreate Skills From Day One

Learn simple techniques that improve your workflow, sharpen your illustrations, and boost your confidence.

Jae Johns

Drawing Tools

Stop Wasting Money on Bad Brushes—Try These Instead

Jul 23, 2026

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1 min read

Stop Wasting Money on Bad Brushes—Try These Instead

The brushes that actually hold their shape (and the ones to skip)

Jae Johns

Color Theory

Jul 21, 2026

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1 min read

Want Better Color Harmony? Start here.

Discover what makes lavender work, what colors pair with it, and how to use it with confidence.

Jae Johns

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Archive

Before you point a hair dryer at your oil painting...

What happens when you add wings to these simple shapes?

The overnight mistake that can ruin your brushes ...

Your watercolor pencils aren’t the color you think

Start With 3 Circles—End With This Adorable Sheep

59 Easy Bullet Journal Doodles Anyone Can Draw

Level Up Your Procreate Skills From Day One

Stop Wasting Money on Bad Brushes—Try These Instead

Want Better Color Harmony? Start here.

Jae Johns Digest