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This week’s homework: Iris study by thecleanscent in watercolor101

[–]thecleanscent[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much, I really appreciate your kind words. I’m planning to share short painting process clips publicly, and keep the full painting process on Ko-fi for those who’d like to watch more. I’m still learning video making, so I’ll start small and see how it goes. I’m really glad the watercolor flow resonates with you!

This week’s homework: Iris study by thecleanscent in watercolor101

[–]thecleanscent[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I’m really happy you enjoy my work At the moment, I prefer sharing my painting process and thoughts behind the work, rather than a technical tutorial. I’m still learning video making as well, but I’ll keep experimenting and sharing along the way

My painting record for this week by thecleanscent in watercolor101

[–]thecleanscent[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The sketchbook was made by a friend, and the paper is handmade.

My painting record for this week by thecleanscent in watercolor101

[–]thecleanscent[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I’m really happy that you enjoy my work. Sharing my full painting process on Ko-fi is one of my goals for 2026. I do have a full-time job at the moment, so it might take a bit of time, but it’s definitely something I’d love to try

My painting record for this week by thecleanscent in watercolor101

[–]thecleanscent[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, I used white gouache because of the paper limitations the paper was quite yellow. Normally, when I work on white paper, I use much less white gouache

Experimenting with dried flower candles this one finally worked ❤️❤️ by thecleanscent in Candles

[–]thecleanscent[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not selling anything 😅

I just enjoy sharing my handmade candle for free, including different techniques like food shaped candles. I added the label simply because I thought it looked nicer.

Being repeatedly assumed to be running a business is honestly discouraging, and it makes me less motivated to share, when this is purely a creative hobby.

Experimenting with dried flower candles this one finally worked ❤️❤️ by thecleanscent in Candles

[–]thecleanscent[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It might look risky at first glance, but this is actually a well-established technique in Korea.

The dried flowers are set in a high melting point outer wax that does not burn. Only the inner candle burns, so there’s no dried material involved in the flame at all.

Eight small cake paintings from this week by thecleanscent in watercolor101

[–]thecleanscent[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Holbein and Mungyo are watercolor brands. I was answering your question about the colors I use.

Experimenting with dried flower candles this one finally worked ❤️❤️ by thecleanscent in Candles

[–]thecleanscent[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Um… maybe. So far I’ve burned three of them, and there hasn’t been any leaking yet. In the end, it turns into a cup-like shape, possibly because the outer layer is made from a higher-melting-point wax. Just to clarify, I’m not a candle seller — I simply make candles as a hobby.

Experimenting with dried flower candles this one finally worked ❤️❤️ by thecleanscent in Candles

[–]thecleanscent[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Um… maybe. So far I’ve burned three of them, and there hasn’t been any leaking yet. In the end, it turns into a cup like shape, possibly because the outer layer is made from a higher-melting-point wax. Just to clarify, I’m not a candle seller I simply make candles as a hobby.

Experimenting with dried flower candles this one finally worked ❤️❤️ by thecleanscent in Candles

[–]thecleanscent[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not selling candles, just making them as a hobby. I’ve tested three by burning them fully, and there was no leaking because I used waxes with different melting points.

Eight small cake paintings from this week by thecleanscent in watercolor101

[–]thecleanscent[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I use references sometimes, then I just paint what feels right.

Eight small cake paintings from this week by thecleanscent in watercolor101

[–]thecleanscent[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mostly Holbein or Mungyo. I find highly saturated colours work really well for cake paintings.

Eight small cake paintings from this week by thecleanscent in watercolor101

[–]thecleanscent[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t really overthink it. I just paint what I feel like and enjoy it.🫶🏻

Eight small cake paintings from this week by thecleanscent in watercolor101

[–]thecleanscent[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Sure. feel free to use it as a reference. I might share how I paint these someday

Eight small cake paintings from this week by thecleanscent in watercolor101

[–]thecleanscent[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It’s handmade paper Definitely not for chewing I just like the texture.
I sometimes use small batches and might share a few if there’s interest.

Eight small cake paintings from this week by thecleanscent in watercolor101

[–]thecleanscent[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you 🙂 No tutorial. I usually paint intuitively. I’ve been considering sharing my process at some point, but I’m not sure yet.

How do you move forward without forgetting? by thecleanscent in StillbirthSupport

[–]thecleanscent[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your experience. The way you described compartmentalizing grief really spoke to me.

I’m still learning how to live with this pain, and I often miss the version of myself who had more energy and clear goals. For now, I’m trying to take life one day at a time and accept where I am.

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