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Benefits of creativity and creating mixed media art Imagine a world where the sky isn't just blue, but splashed with streaks of gold, purple polka dots, and glittering silver. What if you could take the mundane and transform it into something magnificent by merging colors, textures, and unexpected materials? Welcome to the exhilarating realm of mixed-media art! This innovative form of artistic expression allows you to break free from traditional boundaries and blend various mediums—paint, fabric, paper, found objects—into one cohesive masterpiece. But why should you dive into this colorful chaos? Beyond creating eye-catching artwork that demands attention, indulging in...

I am currently painting a large custom order that features a deep blue night sky.  It's a very serene color and has prompted me to work on a self portrait at the same time, incorporating blues.  So, a recent magazine article about the 60 best blues to paint in your home definitely caught my attention!  I also find that when I work with blues, I combine different shades.  This featured image is a mixed media painting called blue flower basket.  I plan to do more color explorations in the near future.  Stay tuned.   https://www.countryliving.com/home-design/color/a29892386/best-blue-paint-colors/