Orla Stevens
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How to start painting & stop overthinking | my favourite playful ways to begin
Not sure how to start your painting? Here are my 3 favourite ways to just begin. Plus final painting reveals & a wee art Q&A ☀️
Patreon: patreon.com/OrlaStevens
Instagram: orlastevens
Substack Blog: orlastevens.substack.com/
Website & Newsletter: www.orlastevens.com/
Free 26th October 2024 Patreon Online Workshop: www.patreon.com/posts/october-bonus-up-112592453?Link&
Other videos:
Sketchbooks & Materials Info Video: th-cam.com/video/HQCIRMqr-kY/w-d-xo.htmlsi=rsP-riINGQ-hVSmR
How to use mixed media & why I love it: th-cam.com/video/CVnwm-nBlaY/w-d-xo.htmlsi=ni2EXmf5PSIWqxPp
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How to use mixed media & why I love it | Paint with me
มุมมอง 16K21 วันที่ผ่านมา
Today I'm sharing how I use mixed media in my art, what materials I combine together - and most importantly, why - why I adore using mixed media in paintings 🎨 If you've been wanting to understand how to start incorporating mixed media, I hope this video helps you play! If you'd like more content, as well as tutorials, exclusive blog posts, a monthly podcast, a group chat with likeminded artist...
5 Tips for Sketching Landscapes
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How to start sketching outside & capture loose and expressive interpretations of landscapes in your sketchbooks 📕 🖍️ 💻 Sign up as a free Patreon member to access the 26th October workshop info & register: www.patreon.com/posts/october-bonus-up-112592453?Link& Patreon: patreon.com/OrlaStevens Instagram: orlastevens Substack Blog: orlastevens.substack.com/ Website & Newsletter: www...
3 ways to abstract the landscape
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Grab a cup of tea and join me by the fire as we chat through my 3 favourite ways to explore abstraction in art. If you struggle to step away from capturing things as you see them, I hope this video helps open up new ideas, enjoy the process, and to find a way in - to create abstract art for yourself. 00:00 Intro 01:30 Summary 02:16 What is Abstraction? 03:50 Idea 1: Process Led 07:32 Idea 2: Ex...
4 sketchbook ideas to improve your art
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4 playful ways I use sketchbooks to improve my art! bonus tips & mini sketchbook tour Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:59 New paints 02:06 Bonus tip 04:33 Idea 1 06:11 Idea 2 07:41 Idea 2.5 10:22 Exciting delivery! 12:20 Idea 3 14:44 Idea 4 18:01 Sketchbook tour Patreon: patreon.com/OrlaStevens Print Shop: www.orlastevens.com/fine-art-prints Instagram: orlastevens Substack Blog: orlast...
Start making art | 3 simple steps
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Do you ever struggle to prioritise making your art or creative projects become more than just an idea? Today, I'm sharing the 3 steps that I follow to help bring my personal projects from an idea to reality. While I do, I'm working on my own project, to bring an idea I've had in my mind to life at long last. I hope these tips help guide you to start (and complete!) some personal art / creative ...
Why do we make art? Motivation to start
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While I paint a large canvas, grab a cuppa & let’s chat about the importance of creating things for ourselves, and some of the common barriers that can stop us from bringing our ideas to life 🌿 Patreon: patreon.com/OrlaStevens Instagram: orlastevens Substack Blog: orlastevens.substack.com/ Website & Newsletter: www.orlastevens.com/ Sketchbooks & Materials Info Video: th-cam.com/v...
Start Sketching Outside | 5 tips
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If you've wanted to start sketching outside but are not sure where to start, here are 5 tips to get you started! I also share the materials I'm currently enjoying for working outside on site in nature, for a lightweight set up. This video also includes an advert for a gifted product, in partnership with Passenger: The Boondocker Recycled 26L Backpack 🌿 @passengerclothing #myescapism #roamerscol...
Combining digital & traditional media | Art books & illustration vlog
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Hi everyone, and welcome to a slower summer day in the studio. Today is a chatty vlog, taking you along in the studio to share the favourite art books that I own, and to share some illustration work in progress ☀️ This month I released a new collection of paintings. If you'd like to see the full collection you can check it out here: www.orlastevens.com/coast Artist books: Barbara Rae: www.barba...
Talking about consistency: Revealing my latest abstract painting collection
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A sneak peek at the full collection of paintings 'Connecting to the Coast' that I have created over the last two months. 'Connecting to the Coast' is a series of works on paper and panel celebrating a shared love & connection for our coast lines across the globe. Thank you to everyone who shared a word or memory with me to inform the paintings & their titles for this series! 💙 🌊 *apologies for ...
How to Energise your Art | Playful Abstract Painting Exercises & Ideas
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In this video I share 2 exercises to re-energise the creative process, finding inspiration in unexpected places. The exercises explore painting to music, and taking inspiration from textiles. Free Mark Making tutorial: www.patreon.com/collection/526497?view=expanded Patreon: patreon.com/OrlaStevens Instagram: orlastevens Substack Blog: orlastevens.substack.com/ Website & Newslett...
How to strengthen your imagination | 3 creative exercises | Paint abstract art with me
มุมมอง 13K5 หลายเดือนก่อน
Here are three creative exercises to help generate ideas for your next creations & strengthen your imagination ☀️ Patreon: patreon.com/OrlaStevens Instagram: orlastevens Substack Blog: orlastevens.substack.com/ Website & Newsletter: www.orlastevens.com/ Sketchbooks & Materials Info Video: th-cam.com/video/HQCIRMqr-kY/w-d-xo.htmlsi=rsP-riINGQ-hVSmR Finding your Flow Painting Serie...
How to paint without fear | Quieten your inner critic | Abstract art vlog
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Hello! Today while I paint, I'm chatting about ways I use intention to guide my painting process, to develop new work and paint with less fear and internal criticism ☀️ Videos I mention: Painting from your words pt 1: th-cam.com/video/LeTv5coNqCA/w-d-xo.htmlsi=F09oqHXjMkXtJutA  Making of the Hope Spot print: th-cam.com/video/ui0HZM_3a50/w-d-xo.htmlsi=xhitAreZdMwQTTll Substack: orlastevens.subs...
Painting your experiences of landscape | Abstract art vlog | Finding your flow
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In this video I create a painting inspired by how places feel, through a word exploring our relationships with the coast. The word (alongside a whole bank of others!) was contributed by my youtube audience - thank you for your inspiration! I’m looking forward to seeing how your words translate to paintings as this collection develops. Painting tutorials & community on Patreon: patreon.com/OrlaS...
Finding your flow: 5 tips for working on consistency | abstract painting
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Welcome to a new video series and beginnings of a new painting collection, titled ‘Landscape Languages’. I’d love to ask for your help in guiding the beginning of this new painting collection, through words you connect with coastal and marine environments 🌊 Feel free to use this project to structure your own painting series, and share your work with me through the hashtag #theoutdoorsketchbookc...
Sketchbook ideas | nature journaling, painting & collage
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Sketchbook ideas | nature journaling, painting & collage
Translating emotions through paint | abstract art vlog
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Translating emotions through paint | abstract art vlog
Finding your own art style
มุมมอง 9K7 หลายเดือนก่อน
Finding your own art style
Gathering ideas from the landscape | Abstract painting
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Gathering ideas from the landscape | Abstract painting
Sketchbook ideas | making art for yourself | materials & processes
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Sketchbook ideas | making art for yourself | materials & processes
Overcoming perfectionism | Start painting before you feel ready
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Overcoming perfectionism | Start painting before you feel ready
The art of creative progress | New year reflections
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The art of creative progress | New year reflections
Paint with me | Start to finish Large scale abstract seascape painting
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Paint with me | Start to finish Large scale abstract seascape painting
Paint with me | Colour theory exploration | abstract wild seascapes
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Paint with me | Colour theory exploration | abstract wild seascapes
Paint with Me | Finding motivation & energy | abstract painting
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Paint with Me | Finding motivation & energy | abstract painting
Outdoor Sketching Winter Challenge + materials, tips & tricks
มุมมอง 6K11 หลายเดือนก่อน
Outdoor Sketching Winter Challenge materials, tips & tricks
Paint with Me | what I learned from 26 paintings | abstract painting series
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Paint with Me | what I learned from 26 paintings | abstract painting series
Three reflections on finding creative focus in abstract painting
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Three reflections on finding creative focus in abstract painting
Paint with Me | Finding Self Expression | Abstract painting vlog
มุมมอง 10Kปีที่แล้ว
Paint with Me | Finding Self Expression | Abstract painting vlog
Drawing to Relax | Plein air nature sketching for abstract paintings
มุมมอง 8Kปีที่แล้ว
Drawing to Relax | Plein air nature sketching for abstract paintings

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  • @Airbugg
    @Airbugg 16 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Hi! What's the name of or link to the square sketchbook from Boesner? I can't seem to find it...

  • @janinafisher101
    @janinafisher101 วันที่ผ่านมา

    After you initially showed all the paintings, just as you were putting them up on the wall, I was thinking that I like the realistic one, but I absolutely LOVE the one on the far right that is very abstract. So I'm glad to hear that you were very excited by that one too! Really good video and I learned a lot too! Thank you!

  • @iarah2939
    @iarah2939 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Gracias Orla! Me encantó el video!!!

  • @dianecharest8365
    @dianecharest8365 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nice. Thank you for sharing.

  • @verfpapierschaar
    @verfpapierschaar 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Another great one. Thank you for sharing your process!!❤

  • @elhamr5987
    @elhamr5987 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

  • @Midgy21747
    @Midgy21747 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for sharing this with us. It’s given me a different perspective on painting landscapes

  • @elhamr5987
    @elhamr5987 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

  • @queenbuzybee4074
    @queenbuzybee4074 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for this! Stabilo Woody is watersoluble and fun to use.

  • @dolBetancourt
    @dolBetancourt 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I love❤❤❤ your art

  • @chrissysturgess8336
    @chrissysturgess8336 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for this video Orla. It was a lovely calming video to watch and very inspiring. I managed to really loosen up and painted two paintings. :)

  • @liannejohnson5491
    @liannejohnson5491 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So good! I'll be watching this one again for sure lol. You inspire, as always...and make art feel more accessible. I always learn something. :) Thank you, Orla!

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I'm so happy to hear that! 💙 thanks Lianne :)

  • @jude1515
    @jude1515 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I love this video. It’s awesome to experiment with different techniques and colors. Your paintings are beautiful!

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      thanks so much! :)

  • @Bluemarigoldstudio.2024
    @Bluemarigoldstudio.2024 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Was feeling the old non creative doldrums today and your vid got me running for my supplies. Thank you my beautiful! Those shells on the beach.. the colours and shapes were sublime 💗

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      aw yessss so happy to hear that!! 💙 it's such a special place!

  • @noreennorton5811
    @noreennorton5811 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I love your art, your process and your energy! Thank you so much for sharing. Someday I will figure out Patreon and follow you there as well. I have a strange question. Your smock/apron is very cool. I would like to make one like it. Any chance you would share where the seams are or a pattern? Thanks!

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      thanks so much! haha no problem; there are only 4 seams, shoulders and sides. I've seen patterns by searching 'cross back apron' but also had this DIY hack saved if you like freestyling; theeverydayfarmhouse.com/cross-back-apron-pattern/

  • @rachaelsingleton4623
    @rachaelsingleton4623 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Really enjoyed this. Great to see the three pieces from start to finish and their relationships. Really inspiring, thanks 😊

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      thanks so much 💙

  • @mermaidp-uke
    @mermaidp-uke 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What a lovely video - Inspiring and insightful, thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and your process 💖

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      thank you! 🌿

  • @mabellchurnoopay
    @mabellchurnoopay 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wonderful gallery of work! In the previous video of four paintings, I went to leave a comment that your work was 'honest', then I felt silly and deleted it. Then I heard you use the same word in this video. Yes, an honest body of work, of you. Really inspiring.

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much Mabell - that's lovely to hear you felt that from the work too!

  • @KseniiaNazarenko-o6h
    @KseniiaNazarenko-o6h 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for sharing the wonderful approaches. It's very inspiring!❤

  • @geethag696
    @geethag696 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    remarkable! loved watching this. so much to learn from. thank you Orla

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      thank you! ☺️

  • @GhashghaeiHanieh
    @GhashghaeiHanieh 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Your art is fantastic! I love seeing how you bring your ideas to life. I'm on a similar journey, sharing my own techniques and creative process on my channel. It’d be awesome if you stopped by sometime-always great to connect with other artists!

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      thanks so much! just checked out your channel, your illustrations are gorgeous 💙

  • @HappyBreathCreations
    @HappyBreathCreations 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I always love your videos, art, and creations!! I especially love how loose your work is! So playful, so fun! 🥰

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      thanks so much! ☀️

  • @AliBaba-ke5jn
    @AliBaba-ke5jn 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You paint on the floor? You must have a good back. 😮

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      haha I do this to try help my back! trying to counteract too much time sitting 🪑

  • @circumboreal
    @circumboreal 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I just discovered your channel. The works you show in this video are really special, showing true individual spirit and vision. Enchanting and inspiring! Thanks for making great videos and art for us!

  • @mamaflipperlife1443
    @mamaflipperlife1443 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Kaipara coast in northland NZ thank you for your sharing

  • @cybiladavan1230
    @cybiladavan1230 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    you make painting FUN

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      woohooooo! 💫 thank you!

  • @verfpapierschaar
    @verfpapierschaar 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What a great energy you have!! I learned a lot, although I have been doing mixed media for quite some time now. A precious reminder to always look out for other and new ways to create. Thank you!

  • @stacyg8847
    @stacyg8847 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Your time spent sharing with everyone is greatly appreciated. Peace.

  • @mialuise9210
    @mialuise9210 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    i loved to draw and paint as a kid, but lost my passion for it when i went to art school. art therapy has brought me back to painting. i am drawing much more freely and using art for my wellbeing now. i love your videos!!!

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      So happy to hear you've found your way back to it - it's one of my ways to look after myself too 😊

  • @jam4441
    @jam4441 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great teacher. Thank you. Also love the last painting ..very deep.

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks so much! Think it's my favourite from the set too 😊

  • @IzzeGreene
    @IzzeGreene 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Another watercolor pencil out there is called derwent. I’ve heard good things about them and recently found some at the thrift store :)

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Oh thank you, I'll check it out!

  • @DianneKaroly
    @DianneKaroly 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wonderful video!❤

  • @Zeitounah
    @Zeitounah 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for another really inspiring video! Not surprising that you're thinking of branching out into textiles: one of the things I love about your paintings is the textures. That chopped-off brush is amazing!

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks so much! I think it'd be such a fun project translating the textures to print 😊

  • @anahidpaichuk7446
    @anahidpaichuk7446 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Amazing works and colours and beautifully presented, big fan 🙏🙌❤️👍

  • @AmazingJane137
    @AmazingJane137 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So uplifting!

  • @Laura61420
    @Laura61420 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful work and your process. I was really looking forward for Saturday but I have already scheduled and urgent dentist appointment, so sorry but I can't be in your zoom session. Thank you so much for the opportunity and maybe next time. All my best

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks Laura, and hope your appointment went well! Next time 😊

  • @redandpink219
    @redandpink219 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Really appreciate seeing your process towards abstraction. Your finished pieces were lovely.

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much! 🎨

  • @jesswoodhere
    @jesswoodhere 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wow - love these three different approaches!!! ❤

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      thank you!☺️

  • @dakshagiri
    @dakshagiri 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    14:18 thank you so much Orla for answering my question. I feel like it really cleared things up for me, especially as an artist who is trying to figure out herself through art❤ Made my day! As a person, i saw myself gravitate towards flowers a lot, i mean even my dresses have flowers, so one day it just clicked and i started incorporating more florals in my artwork!

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Aw no worries at all, it's such a good one! ☀️ And yessss that's beautiful! I think the more we bring what we love to our art, the more us it will feel :)

  • @rosalindkeep9360
    @rosalindkeep9360 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Barbara Rae would be impressed!

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      She's a big inspiration!

  • @alisonlyons4691
    @alisonlyons4691 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    OOW I love when your videos pop up. You are an inspiration Orla, your tips for getting through the processes is so helpful......Alioban ❤

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks so much Alioban 💙

  • @carole2077
    @carole2077 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Super video thanks 🎉

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      thanks so much! 💫

  • @aekorfker
    @aekorfker 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Your enthusiasm was palpable and contagious ☺️

    • @aekorfker
      @aekorfker 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      And the results reflect that!

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      thank you!! ✨

  • @ellec7827
    @ellec7827 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Orla, this has to be one of my favorite videos! It was so helpful to see the process of the different styles and then to view all the underpaintings next to each other. On a side note, I really love your infectious spirit when you talk about your abstract style. Keep doing what you are doing because there are artists, newbies or seasoned, that appreciate your time and knowledge. Much love from the US.

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much! Really glad you found it helpful seeing them all side by side 😊 💙

  • @thaisprado7437
    @thaisprado7437 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    your colors are amazing 🤩

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      thank you! ☺️

  • @projectamydesigns
    @projectamydesigns 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    do you keep all the paintings that you do? / what do you do with them?

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I tend to sell the originals on paper through my website, and larger pieces through galleries, and keep the research pieces 😊

  • @susanjmoore5154
    @susanjmoore5154 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    O, my dear! I discovered your videos a couple of weeks ago and can't thank you enough for sharing your art and practice. ❤ A few years ago, I fell ill with pneumococcal meningitis and came quite close to "leaving this earthly plain"😮. In the years since, I lost my passion for painting and really struggled through self-examination and processing my art journey. You have lit the little fire inside my creative heart and I have begun painting again! You, your videos and your art are truly inspiring❤from 🇨🇦

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You're welcome, I am so glad they have been helping you, and delighted to hear you've found a way back to creativity after such a difficult time! 💙

  • @elfenzo
    @elfenzo 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    thanks Orla! a great video. also, thanks Orla's cat!

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      hehe thank you! 🐈‍⬛ She works hard as a studio assistant 🐈‍⬛

  • @gangwarilydrummond
    @gangwarilydrummond 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for answering my question about scaling up my work. Great tips. I loved all the other tips as well! Very inspiring! (As always.)😊

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      aw thank you for asking it! Hope they help 😄

  • @kathyquinones1984
    @kathyquinones1984 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I am excited about painting three too! It vibrates 🧡💛💚💙💜

    • @OrlaStevens
      @OrlaStevens 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      yes!! can't wait to explore more colours like this :)