Category Archives: Beauty

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Contrasting Acrylic Painting with Watercolor

Posted on February 20, 2022 by Aya Katz

I am sure we have all had the experience in childhood of trying to paint with watercolor. I remember how much fun it was to try, but the overall result was less than satisfying. The color went everywhere, and even … Continue reading →

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Painting a Quick Portrait of Dr. Ramani

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Aya Katz

Sometimes all we need is a short span of time to create a recognizable portrait of someone we know. We all know how certain people look, even if we have never met them. Dr. Ramani is a well known public … Continue reading →

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The First 30 Minutes of an Acrylic Painting

Posted on June 21, 2021 by Aya Katz

Sometimes I post a “work in progress” on my Instagram. It may look something like this: As you can clearly see, the painting looks blotchy and uneven. The different shades are not blended together. But this only represents the beginning … Continue reading →

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Who was T’Pring and How Should We Paint Her?

Posted on November 18, 2020 by Aya Katz

I have tried to draw or paint T’Pring on several occasions during my life. Below is a comparison of the very earliest painting and the latest.   Many people when they look at my paintings of T’Pring ask whether she … Continue reading →

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Realistic Paintings are Not Necessarily More Detailed

Posted on October 29, 2020 by Aya Katz

There is a popular misconception that the more detailed a painting is, the more realistic it must be.  But today’s animations can be extremely detailed, while remaining cartoonish, while some very realistic paintings do not share many details. Yesterday, while … Continue reading →

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Different Ways to Remember a Trip to Scotland: Painting Swans

Posted on October 27, 2020 by Aya Katz

In 1963, my family went on a trip to Scotland and England. We rented a car and saw the sights. But the biggest impression that stayed with me over the years was of seeing the swans. Yesterday, I decided to … Continue reading →

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Who Are the Flowers For?

Posted on November 22, 2015 by Aya Katz

I went out for a walk today, and there by the fence line were some beautiful flowers. Somehow they had grown there just for me, to brighten my day and to lift my spirits. Such an expenditure! Such showy blossoms! … Continue reading →

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Cherry Nail Tutorial

Posted on August 24, 2013 by Peppergum01

This nail design is simple and fun. It can be worn just about anywhere. Here are the steps: Step 1: Apply a base coat. Step 2: Start by painting your nails white. Step 3: Take a dotting tool and dip … Continue reading →

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Ice Cream Sprinkles Nail Tutorial

Posted on August 24, 2013 by Peppergum01

This nail design looks great and delicious. Here are the steps to getting this nail look: Step 1: Apply a base coat. Step 2: Paint your nails white for vanilla, pink for strawberry, or brown for chocolate depending on what … Continue reading →

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Bright Palm Tree Nail Tutorial

Posted on August 24, 2013 by Peppergum01

This nail design is fun to do in the summer or when you go on vacation. Here are the steps: Step 1: Start by painting your nails white. Step 2: Use a black striper or black polish and make three … Continue reading →

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