This collection includes 18 gouache paintings of animals with rich matte finishes built from thick paint layers.
Author: Marissa Colewood
Marissa Colewood
I’ve always believed that color can change the way a day feels. Painting became my way of slowing down and reconnecting with the parts of life that are easy to overlook. I started Color & Soul on Pinterest to share simple ideas that help anyone enjoy the creative process, even if they’re picking up a brush for the first time.I love exploring acrylic and oil painting because each medium brings out a different mood. My own projects are usually a mix of soft colors, loose brushwork, and the little imperfections that make handmade art feel alive. I’m not a gallery artist. I’m someone who paints at the kitchen table with sunlight coming through the window, and that’s the energy I want this space to have too.Sharing inspiration makes me happy, and I hope the ideas here give you that spark that keeps creativity fun and stress-free.
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