by Mindy Lighthipe | Sep 8, 2012 | 52/52 Challenge, Native Species, Photoshop, Uncategorized, Watercolor Tips
Designing Botanical Art for T-shirts "Bog Life- Pitcher Plant" Original Watercolor by Mindy Lighthipe ©2012 Paintng #31 When I moved to Florida, I had to leave my garden behind and start all over again. Living in New...
by Mindy Lighthipe | Oct 25, 2011 | Uncategorized
Pen & Ink for Reproduction Most botanical artists overlook the value of learning pen & ink techniques because they love color and don't feel that it is useful in terms of making a living. The fact is that pen & ink is a very valuable skill even if you...
by Mindy Lighthipe | Dec 12, 2010 | Pen & Ink, Workshops
I recently had the wonderful experience of learning how to do a traditional form of printmaking with Patricia Wynne at Studio 16. The method is called intaglio and it involves using solvents, acid, a zinc or copper plate and a tool to scratch into the plate that will...
