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“Stained Glass” Cross – Learning Watercolor Techniques!

In today’s tutorial, I walk you through different watercolor techniques that will help you create a finished “stained glass” cross painting.

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Original artwork created by Amy Heyse.


SUPPLIES

Watercolor paper taped down to a sturdy surface
Brushes (I used my Kolinsky travel watercolor brushes)
Watercolor paints (I used Master’s Touch Watercolors)
Salt
Saran Wrap
Paper towel
Water cup
Pencil
Masking tape
Isopropyl alcohol
Optional: black marker (I used a Zeyar Twin Tip Permanent Marker)

Techniques Demonstrated:

Resist
Wet on Dry
Wet on wet
Color Dropping
Gradient
Color Blending
Lift
Salt
Saran Wrap
Glazing
Dry Brush
Alcohol
Splatter

How to Make an Origami Immaculate Heart of Mary Step-by-Step

In today’s tutorial, I walk you through how to fold a simple origami heart step-by-step. We use extra paper and markers to turn it into an Immaculate Heart of Mary. A fun craft for a feast day, Valentine’s Day, or just because you love Mary.


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Original artwork created by Amy Heyse.

Supplies needed:

9×9” square piece of red construction paper
Scrap piece of yellow construction paper for the flame (about 4×6”)
Sword paper is 1/2 a sheet of computer paper (4.25×11″)
Optional: 4-5″ square pieces of colored paper for the roses
Glue stick
Bottled glue works well for the origami roses
Scissors
Sharpie
Colored Pencils
Crayola Washable Super Tips Markers ​
Pencil

You can follow along with my Sacred Heart of Jesus Origami here!

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How to Draw Saint Dymphna Step-by-Step

In today’s tutorial, I walk you through how to draw Saint Dymphna step-by-step. We use simple lines and shapes and you can color her with your favorite art supplies.


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St. Dymphna was one of the first saints I ever painted and I have prints and stickers available in my Etsy shop.


Original artwork created by Amy Heyse.

Supplies needed:

Crayola Washable Super Tips Markers
Crayola Colors of the World Markers Broad Tip
Crayola Colors of the World Markers Fine Tip
Micron Pens
Zeyar Twin Tip Permanent Markers
Paper
Pencil
My Cat Pencil Pouch

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How to Draw the Chaste Heart of Saint Joseph (Easy!)

In today’s tutorial, I walk you through how to draw a simple Chaste Heart of Saint Joseph step-by-step. We use simple lines and shapes and you can color it with your favorite art supplies.


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Original artwork created by Amy Heyse.

Supplies needed:

Crayola Washable Super Tips Markers ​
Crayola Colors of the World Markers Broad Tip
Crayola Colors of the World Markers Fine Tip

Micron Pens
Paper
Pencil


(Note: Some of the links provided are affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission at no cost to you. This allows me to continue creating free content for Catholic artists of all ages! I only recommend products that I use and love. Amy Heyse Art is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates and Blick Art Materials Affiliate programs.)

Saint George and the Dragon Origami Catholic Art Tutorial

In today’s tutorial, I walk you through how to fold Saint George and the Dragon (with flapping wings) step-by-step.


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Saint George and the Dragon book by Margaret Hodges and illustrated by Trina Schart Hyman
The dragon is a modified flapping crane design
Knight with Lance and Shield Design by Joel Stern

Supplies needed:

Origami Paper
or Square paper
Colored Pencils

(Note: Some of the links provided are affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission at no cost to you. This allows me to continue creating free content for Catholic artists of all ages! I only recommend products that I use and love. Amy Heyse Art is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates)

How to Draw Saint Veronica Step-by-Step

In today’s tutorial, I walk you through how to draw Saint Veronica step-by-step. We use simple lines and shapes and you can color her with your favorite art supplies.


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Original artwork created by Amy Heyse.

Supplies needed:

Crayola Washable Super Tips Markers
Crayola Colors of the World Markers Broad Tip
Crayola Colors of the World Markers Fine Tip
Micron Pens
Zeyar Twin Tip Permanent Markers
Paper
Pencil

(Note: Some of the links provided are affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission at no cost to you. This allows me to continue creating free content for Catholic artists of all ages! I only recommend products that I use and love. Amy Heyse Art is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates)

How to Draw Saint Frances Cabrini Step-by-Step

In today’s tutorial, I walk you through how to draw Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini step-by-step. We use simple lines and shapes and you can color her with your favorite art supplies.


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Original artwork created by Amy Heyse.

To watch my video about the Mother Cabrini Shrine in Golden, CO, watch here.

Supplies needed:

Crayola Washable Super Tips Markers ​
Crayola Colors of the World Markers Broad Tip
Crayola Colors of the World Markers Fine Tip
Micron Pens
Zeyar Twin Tip Permanent Markers
Paper
Pencil

(Note: Some of the links provided are affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission at no cost to you. This allows me to continue creating free content for Catholic artists of all ages! I only recommend products that I use and love. Amy Heyse Art is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates)

An Intro to Pysanky Eggs with Cate Broadbent

Last year during Lent, my friend Cate taught me how to make pysanky eggs and I thought the process was so cool that I knew I wanted to share it on my channel! She graciously agreed to be a guest in today’s tutorial. She demonstrates how to prepare and create a pysanky egg using an original design that she created.


Step-by-Step guide to Cate’s pysanky egg design


To learn more about Cate:
Instagram – @girasolcreativedesign
Etsy – girasolcreative.etsy.com

The time Cate and I went to the Mother Cabrini Shrine…

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Original artwork created by Cate Broadbent

Supplies needed:

Eggs
Beeswax
Kistka
Dyes mixed in glass or plastic containers with lids
Candle
Pencil
Rubber bands or washi tape
Paper towels
Toilet paper or old cloths for removing the wax
Egg blower (or pins) and varnish if you choose to blow out your egg

Pysanky Egg Decorating Kits
Eggs Beautiful: How to Make Ukranian Easter Eggs Book


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Ash Wednesday and Lent Painting Tutorial

In today’s tutorial, I walk you through how to paint a Lenten painting with a crown of thorns and a cross symbol step-by-step. A great project for your Catholic small group or family!


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Original artwork created by Amy Heyse.

Supplies:

Canvas, Board, or thick paper of your size choice (I used an 8×10” Artist’s Loft Canvas from Michael’s)
Dick Blick and Master’s Touch (Hobby Lobby) are also great canvas options
Acrylic Paint (I used Lamp Black, Titanium White, Metallic Bronze, Metallic Silver, and Violet Artist’s Loft Paints)
(Artist’s Loft, Master’s Touch, Dick Blick and Liquitex are all great cost-effective brands. Brands like Craft Smart and DecoArt can be too thin depending on the color)
If you want a non-permanent water soluble option for little kids, I highly recommend gouache or tempera paints. My kids love these gouache sets.
Paint brushes (One big and one small, though a medium sized option could be nice too)
Water
Paper Towels
Palette (or paper plates)
Apron or a Shirt that you wouldn’t mind getting messy
Chalk or a Pencil
Optional: Hair Dryer

Once acrylic paint dries, it is permanent. If you get paint on your clothes, try to wash it out as soon as possible. I like to use Murphy’s Oil (Pine Sol, nail polish remover, or isopropyl alcohol work too) and the abrasive part of a sponge to scrub paint out of clothing. If it has dried, soak it in a little bit of one of the solutions listed above for at least 10 minutes before scrubbing off the hardened paint.

(Note: Some of the links provided are affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission at no cost to you. This allows me to continue creating free content for Catholic artists of all ages! I only recommend products that I use and love. Amy Heyse Art is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates)

How to Draw Saint Valentine Step-by-Step

In today’s tutorial, I walk you through how to draw Saint Valentine step-by-step. We use simple lines and shapes and you can color him with your favorite art supplies.


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Original artwork created by Amy Heyse.

Supplies needed:

Crayola Washable Super Tips Markers
Crayola Colors of the World Markers Broad Tip
Crayola Colors of the World Markers Fine Tip
Micron Pens
Zeyar Twin Tip Permanent Markers
Paper
Pencil

(Note: Some of the links provided are affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission at no cost to you. This allows me to continue creating free content for Catholic artists of all ages! I only recommend products that I use and love. Amy Heyse Art is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates)