The Artful Journey

What is Sketching?  ✏️ Sketching is the most basic yet essential form of drawing, where artists use simple lines and shading to create initial representations of an idea or a scene. It’s often a freehand drawing that captures the essence of the subject, whether it's a person, place, or object. Sketching helps in visualizing ideas quickly and practicing hand-eye coordination. The Four Most Popular Types of Sketching:  Pencil Sketching –    ✏️ Using graphite pencils, this is the classic and most commonly used method. It allows for precise details and subtle shading. Charcoal Sketching –   🔥🖤 Bold and dramatic, charcoal creates intense black-and-white artwork with strong contrasts. Pen and Ink Sketching –  🖋️✨ Known for its clean lines, this style uses pens for precise and high-contrast sketches. Digital Sketching –   💻🎨 Using a tablet and stylus, digital sketching replicates traditional tools with added flexibility for editing and lay...

The ocean has a unique ability to bring a sense of calm and wonder, and capturing that beauty in a piece of jewelry can be truly special. In this blog, I’ll walk you through how I created an ocean-themed resin necklace. This necklace is inspired by the serene blue waves of the sea, with swirling ocean pigments and a glossy finish that reflects the light, just like the surface of the water. Whether you're a nature lover or just enjoy the tranquility of the ocean, this necklace is a beautiful way to carry a piece of it with you wherever you go. This Moment by   -  Shruti Deshpande I recently had the pleasure of creating a resin necklace for a special client who loves the ocean and nature. The process of blending pigments, shaping the waves, and bringing the ocean to life in a pendant was such a fulfilling experience. Here’s how I made this unique piece, step by step. This Moment by   -  Shruti Deshpande Prepare Everything You Need I started by making sure eve...

After completing my resin photo frame, I felt inspired to try something more intricate resin jewelry. There's something special about making jewelry that’s both beautiful and personal. The idea of preserving red rose petals in resin came to me when I was looking for the perfect gift, and I realized resin jewelry is not only delicate but also meaningful. I decided to make a bracelet, one that holds the elegance of roses and the charm of handmade art. Let me take you through the process of how I created this bracelet. This Moment by   -  Shruti Deshpande Step 1: Preparing My Materials Before I could dive in, I made sure everything I needed was set on the table: Clear resin and hardener Dried red rose petals I had carefully preserved Jewelry molds for bracelet shapes Golden and silver chains Jewelry rings to attach the pieces Tweezers, a wire, and a fine needle for repositioning Mixing cups, stir sticks, and gloves for safety Having all these materials ready made the process...

There are times when you feel low and need a creative outlet, something simple yet beautiful to brighten your space. That’s when Boho art, with its free-spirited, effortless charm, becomes the perfect choice. This style is ideal for wall hangings and adds a touch of warmth and personality to any room. In this blog, I’ll take you through a step-by-step process of creating Boho-inspired art, just as I did, turning a simple idea into a beautiful piece for your wall. This Moment by   -  Shruti Deshpande Gather Your Materials 🎨 To begin, here’s what you’ll need to create this Boho art: Canvas or paper Acrylic paints (neutral and earthy tones like beige, Portrait pink , brown, black, blue, and pink  ) Paintbrushes (flat and round brushes) Pencil for light sketching A palette for mixing colors Ruler for creating geometric patterns (optional) Sketching the Layout 🖌️ Start with Light Sketches:   I began by lightly sketching the design using a pencil. For this...

The art of devotion  How Radha Krishna inspires my creativity ? This Moment by   -  Shruti Deshpande Radha Krishna's legend is deeply rooted in Indian culture, Influencing art, literature, music and dance. for my personal growth this is very helpful. Radha Krishna encouraging you to explore your own emotions, relationship, and spiritual connections. the paintings are believed to bring positive energy, peace, and harmony to your home, creating a calming atmosphere. Reference Images for painting I use Here Step by step guide to creating Radha Krishna paintings Start with detailed sketch of the figures. you want on canvas. I created detailed sketch of the composition. after this I decided the placement of figures. where I want on canvas before this first you have to prepare canvas. I choose the 14 by 18 inches canvas, first I add gesso on canvas because sometime canvas are roughs on surfaces. Gesso fills in the canvas weave. making it even and ideal for painting. gesso ...

This Moment by   -  Shruti Deshpande In this blog, I’m excited to guide you through the process of creating a serene sunset painting that captures the beauty of the moment between day and night. This scene features a tree by the lakeside, with birds perched in its branches and flying around, set against a sky that transitions from red to blue. The blending of these colors creates a beautiful gradient, with the tree, birds, and small plants silhouetted in black. Let’s dive into the step-by-step process of bringing this peaceful scene to life on canvas. Materials Needed 🖌️ Canvas paper Acrylic paints (red, blue, black, and white) Paintbrushes (a large flat brush, a small detail brush, and a medium round brush) Palette for mixing colors Water and a cloth for cleaning brushes Preparing Your Canvas Paper First, I chose canvas paper as the base for my painting. The texture of canvas paper holds the paint well and gives the painting a rich feel. Before starting, I made sur...

This Moment by   -  Shruti Deshpande After exploring the vibrant world of resin art, I felt it was time to return to something more fundamental—sketching. Sketching has always been a calming and fulfilling way to express creativity. In this blog, I’ll walk you through my step-by-step process of how I approach sketching, and share how you can also use this skill to earn through commissioned artwork. Why I Chose Sketching for a Change ? Sketching offers a simplicity that’s refreshing after working with more complex mediums like resin. It’s a form of art that allows you to capture ideas quickly and refine them over time. For me, this shift is a way to reconnect with the basics of art—lines, shading, and form—while also opening up new opportunities for commissioned work. Here is Step-by-Step Process of How I Sketch ? 1. Gathering My Tools Before I start, I make sure I have all the necessary tools at hand: Pencils: I use a range from H (hard) to B (soft) to achieve different e...