Journey Art Supplies Blog

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

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...

A Day in the Life of a Workshopper!

A Day in the Life of a Workshopper!

Carlee Hudson

Our very own, Joe Miller, has some experience in this area. And he has a very useful tip to avoid making mud in your painting that is very well explained...

A Day in the Life of a Workshopper!

Carlee Hudson

Our very own, Joe Miller, has some experience in this area. And he has a very useful tip to avoid making mud in your painting that is very well explained...

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...

Love--No, ART is in the Air!

Love--No, ART is in the Air!

Carlee Hudson

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...

Love--No, ART is in the Air!

Carlee Hudson

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.

As Simple As Black and White

As Simple As Black and White

Mona Lisa

Whoever first spoke the phrase, “As simple as black and white.”, obviously, was not referring to pigments. There are many blacks, whites, and grays, for that matter, produced in watercolor, oil, and acrylic...

As Simple As Black and White

Mona Lisa

Whoever first spoke the phrase, “As simple as black and white.”, obviously, was not referring to pigments. There are many blacks, whites, and grays, for that matter, produced in watercolor, oil, and acrylic...