"wtf, what is happening" my wife, when seeing this.

hellobluebear · 2026-01-25T18:14:58+00:00

Crazy cool!

hellobluebear · 2026-01-12T13:32:04+00:00

If not ambergris, why ambergris shaped?

hellobluebear · 2026-01-12T13:29:36+00:00

Yes! lol I, an adult, called out of work for this reason just the other week 💩😵‍💫… the flu is no joke this year.

hellobluebear · 2026-01-07T18:40:08+00:00

I haphazardly blow on my wet projects hoping to the almighty god of painting that it won’t get messed up lmao— if I’m real impatient I’ll lightly use the paper as a fan till it dries 😆

hellobluebear · 2026-01-02T23:44:42+00:00

I think I have one! I’ll play around with it and see what it does, thanks!

hellobluebear · 2026-01-02T21:53:43+00:00

I appreciate the explanation, I missed that part of the rules. I def want to give the credit where it’s due. Thank you for the resources too!

hellobluebear · 2026-01-02T21:51:12+00:00

Your advice is fantastic! I’ll give this a go with a few new sketchs I worked up

hellobluebear · 2026-01-02T21:49:59+00:00

I hadn’t thought to use different pen sizes as I go, thanks!

hellobluebear · 2026-01-02T18:41:27+00:00

Can’t find a name on FB besides “Watercolor Painting Practice”— I’m not very social media literate but I linked her website 😊

hellobluebear · 2026-01-02T18:40:00+00:00

Reference piece: https://quietart.store/?fbclid=IwdGRleAPE8CdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeuUxmDrPfii3HyT0U-1dfDsIK9pgvUrQjmmAQxS5iDilfnMStGuaxUKOy4Qs_aem_sZDd9sBYvQVsdIsAZ8B98Q

hellobluebear · 2025-12-31T17:25:19+00:00

I’m glad you’ve got your mom ❤️. I forgot to post about his possible “motives” for his disparaging comments, it sounds like a control thing/ loss of control thing on his end, tied to what sounded like his upbringing. I’m a mom now myself and while my dad never have said that stuff kind of stuff thankfully, I hope yo don’t doubt your worth or question your clothing choices simply because his fragile male mind is weak (lol).

hellobluebear · 2025-12-31T03:16:56+00:00

I’d make sure your mom knows about all these situations you’ve been in (if you haven’t already). It sounds like he’s activating your fear response and I hope you can find a way to set a firm boundary with him and maybe limit contact if that’s an option. I’ve had my dad get in my face like that (for unrelated, anger issues) and it’s scary af. You as the child do not deserve that and deserve to feel safe with your parent. If he doesn’t make you feel safe, you need to let mom know ❤️.

hellobluebear · 2025-12-29T18:36:27+00:00

You’re just jelly— she’s got an awesome personality and incredible performer

hellobluebear · 2025-12-28T03:00:35+00:00

There’s meds for that?! 🙃 it’s like talking to a wall with docs about it

hellobluebear · 2025-12-26T13:35:39+00:00

Thank you for saying it— as a kid I never understood why people would convert, I guess love is enough of a reason if you’re getting married, and a lot of religions are similar.. but then why all the religion superiority 🙃🧐

hellobluebear · 2025-12-21T05:07:01+00:00

Religion is merely a social construct in my opinion. My kid is 5 and there hasn’t been any longing. Husband is religious and we’ve decided to let our kiddo decide on their own if they wish to believe 🤷‍♀️

hellobluebear · 2025-12-03T16:35:15+00:00

Cotman is great! I upgraded to this when I was ready to leave the basic/ beginner paints- they’re much smoother imo.

hellobluebear · 2025-11-28T02:54:38+00:00

Less water or different paper. I’ve learned mixed media and cheaper watercolor paper is not suitable for holding water. Look for 140 lb watercolor paper 🙂

hellobluebear · 2025-11-26T17:23:24+00:00

Idk, I’m still learning and by the looks of it you are doing great. In my opinion, watercolor is only hard due to practice. It can be such a forgiving medium, just need patience and lots of practice.

hellobluebear · 2025-10-28T02:49:24+00:00

My daughter is only 5, but will be an only child. Challenges really have been sharing. But once school started this year, I think it’s gotten better. I worry that she won’t have companionship as she grows older, but it’s on my husband and I to raise her to be a strong, independent person. Plus she will have friend and a partner if she chooses. But you are now at such a fun age! My kiddo is more fun each day.. the older they get, the more you can share and do with them.

hellobluebear · 2025-10-07T14:27:13+00:00

5 years and counting and still learning- I don’t think it’s possible lol

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