Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff Art Blog

Tips, Tricks, Thoughts, and inspiration from across the art spectrum.

Gouache Squash

Gouache Squash

Carlee Hudson

If you’ve been following the blog for a while, you may remember the post that Mona Lisa did explaining gouache. If not, and you’re not familiar with gouache, I suggest...

Gouache Squash

Carlee Hudson

If you’ve been following the blog for a while, you may remember the post that Mona Lisa did explaining gouache. If not, and you’re not familiar with gouache, I suggest...

5 Tips That Will (Probably) Improve Your Drawing Skills!

5 Tips That Will (Probably) Improve Your Drawin...

Carlee Hudson

Want to avoid panda-monium in your drawing and sketching?  Consider some of these tips I’m about to throw at ya! These are tips that I either learned from instructors–or just...

5 Tips That Will (Probably) Improve Your Drawin...

Carlee Hudson

Want to avoid panda-monium in your drawing and sketching?  Consider some of these tips I’m about to throw at ya! These are tips that I either learned from instructors–or just...

The Answer to Your Brayers!

The Answer to Your Brayers!

Carlee Hudson

Have you been interested in printmaking, but were a little hesitant due to the cost? Well, you’re in luck!

The Answer to Your Brayers!

Carlee Hudson

Have you been interested in printmaking, but were a little hesitant due to the cost? Well, you’re in luck!

Paint So Great, You Can Even See It in the Dark!

Paint So Great, You Can Even See It in the Dark!

Carlee Hudson

Have you gotten our Summer Sale Flyer yet? If not, you’re missing out on some REALLY great new products! One of which is our brand-spankin' new color of Joe’s Prime...

Paint So Great, You Can Even See It in the Dark!

Carlee Hudson

Have you gotten our Summer Sale Flyer yet? If not, you’re missing out on some REALLY great new products! One of which is our brand-spankin' new color of Joe’s Prime...

The Spring Art Swap!

The Spring Art Swap!

Carlee Hudson

Well, it’s that time of year again…time for another Cheap Joe’s Art Swap! The theme this time was “spring”–and I took that pretty literally in my panel. I sketched out...

The Spring Art Swap!

Carlee Hudson

Well, it’s that time of year again…time for another Cheap Joe’s Art Swap! The theme this time was “spring”–and I took that pretty literally in my panel. I sketched out...

Adventures in Yupo and Negative Painting

Adventures in Yupo and Negative Painting

Carlee Hudson

I think an art form that doesn’t get nearly enough recognition is negative painting. No, I don’t mean like when you’re grumpy but you’re STILL painting, I’m talking about painting...

Adventures in Yupo and Negative Painting

Carlee Hudson

I think an art form that doesn’t get nearly enough recognition is negative painting. No, I don’t mean like when you’re grumpy but you’re STILL painting, I’m talking about painting...

An Ink-cellent Alternative!

An Ink-cellent Alternative!

Carlee Hudson

Do you love to paint in watercolor, but have difficulty with intricate details?  Have no fear! This week, I have combined the brilliancy and versatility of watercolor with the precision...

An Ink-cellent Alternative!

Carlee Hudson

Do you love to paint in watercolor, but have difficulty with intricate details?  Have no fear! This week, I have combined the brilliancy and versatility of watercolor with the precision...

More Incredible Ways to Use Alcohol Inks!

More Incredible Ways to Use Alcohol Inks!

Carlee Hudson

This week, I want to jump on the bandwagon and preach the gospel of alcohol inks! You’ve probably heard and know a lot about them and how great they work...

More Incredible Ways to Use Alcohol Inks!

Carlee Hudson

This week, I want to jump on the bandwagon and preach the gospel of alcohol inks! You’ve probably heard and know a lot about them and how great they work...

Those Unreliable Eyes of Ours...

Those Unreliable Eyes of Ours...

Carlee Hudson

Hi, everyone! So, by now, I'm sure that most of you have seen the image of the dress. If you haven't heard, this dress took the internet by storm last...

Those Unreliable Eyes of Ours...

Carlee Hudson

Hi, everyone! So, by now, I'm sure that most of you have seen the image of the dress. If you haven't heard, this dress took the internet by storm last...

Being Uncomfortable is Fun, I Promise!

Being Uncomfortable is Fun, I Promise!

Mona Lisa

This week, I want to talk about stepping out of your comfort zone. I know, I know, it can be scary to attempt something you’ve never done before–and in my...

Being Uncomfortable is Fun, I Promise!

Mona Lisa

This week, I want to talk about stepping out of your comfort zone. I know, I know, it can be scary to attempt something you’ve never done before–and in my...

"Tell Me, Teach Me, Involve Me and I Learn"

"Tell Me, Teach Me, Involve Me and I Learn"

Mona Lisa

Recently, Mike Grecian, a sales representative for several manufacturers, made the trip to Boone. He prepared a wonderful presentation for all of Cheap Joe's employees.

"Tell Me, Teach Me, Involve Me and I Learn"

Mona Lisa

Recently, Mike Grecian, a sales representative for several manufacturers, made the trip to Boone. He prepared a wonderful presentation for all of Cheap Joe's employees.

Mother Necessity Meets Yupo

Mother Necessity Meets Yupo

Mona Lisa

The old saying, "Necessity is the mother of invention", has been around since the 1600's. Still true today as then, necessity sparks our minds to think of ways to create...

Mother Necessity Meets Yupo

Mona Lisa

The old saying, "Necessity is the mother of invention", has been around since the 1600's. Still true today as then, necessity sparks our minds to think of ways to create...