Whimsical Mixed Media Christmas Tree
Here is a new project that is sure to bring you holiday cheer! Let loose and learn to create this DIY mixed media Christmas tree.
How to Paint a Christmas Wreath on a Burlap Canvas
Learn how to paint this frosty Christmas Wreath on a burlap canvas with this simple step-by-step acrylic painting lesson.
Modeling Paste VS Gel Medium
Mixing mediums like modeling paste and gel medium add body and thickness to thinner paints to create more texture. But what one do you use? Let’s break it down
Paint Lettering on a Mackenzie-Childs Inspired Welcome Door Hanger
How To Paint Lettering On A Mackenzie-Childs Inspired Welcome Door Hanger I love decorating my home by taking inspiration I see online and in magazines,
Moonlit Owl Acrylic Painting Tutorial
Learn how to paint a moonlit owl with this easy acrylic painting tutorial. Don’t forget to grab the Free owl template!
Fall Bushel of Apples
Fall Bushel of Apples Acrylic Painting Tutorial Today we are going to paint a fall bushel of apples! I have done this painting twice Live
Mountain Meadows at Sunset
How to Paint simple Mountain Meadows At Sunset I absolutely love losing myself in an in-depth painting, but sometimes, I just don’t have time for
Glass Mixed Media Art With A Resin Pour
I love the look of the shiny gloss finish of resin on art. One of my good friends Cindi taught my business bestie’s and I how to do resin and glass art!
How to Paint a Patriotic Whimsical Bird
This whimsical bird is one of my favorite things to paint! You might fall in love with these little birds after this lesson!
Painting the Back of Built-ins • Living Room TV Wall Makeover
Phase 2 of my TV Wall Makeover is here! After applying faux German smear to the brick fireplace it looking too neutral, so I chose a deep accent wall color and painted the backs of my built-ins!
tips for stenciling on wood
My top tips for stenciling on wood! How to prevent and fix any paint bleeding that might happen when stenciling on a rough surface.
Finger Painting Funky Flowers
We are finger painting funky flowers today! Try out this fun exercise for your brain to get loose a little and let go of some stress.
How to Resize and Transfer Printable Templates
Many of my tutorials come with templates. Today, I will show you how to resize and transfer printable templates for acrylic painting.
How to Paint A Simple Oceanscape for Beginners
Here is a quick and simple oceanscape painting tutorial for you to practice your blending skills and palm tree painting techniques!
Paint a Funky Flowers Frame
Let’s paint a funky flowers frame inspired by Mackenzie Childs! This whimsical frame makes the perfect gift for National Sisterhood Day.
Mixed Media Art for Beginners
I love try new techniques, different types of art forms, and combining them all. Here are my tips for creating Mixed Media Art for beginners.
Choosing the Right Brush to Paint Palm Trees
Learn how to paint palm trees with three different brushes. Each one resulting in a little bit different style, all beautiful!
How to Paint Simple Wildflowers
Today I have a super easy painting tutorial for you all that will be fun for anyone, no matter your skill level. The simple wildflowers are an abstract Scarlet Gilia and can be adapted to fit on any size canvas.
Summer Popsicle Painting Tutorial for Kids
This summer popsicle painting tutorial for kids is a quick lesson to do with your kids anytime this summer that will make everyone happy.
Painting a Patriotic Gnome
Today we are going to paint an adorable Patriotic Gnome. We had so much fun doing this last 4th of July, and I even have a template for you!
Christie Hawkins
Hey Guys!!!
I am the owner and artist behind The Social Easel! This blog is a place for everything creative and inspiring and where I can share a little bit more of me with you...
My new Blog
Hey guys!!
For those of you that don’t know me. My name is Christie Hawkins owner and artist behind The Social Easel! I am super excited to be adding a blog to my Social Easel Page! I will be updating this every week or so with new ideas, crafts, paintings and even some sneak peek tutorials! It will be a place for everything creative and inspiring! And some maybe even some fun clothes and earrings I happen to love!
This is where I can share a little bit more of me with you!
I have been an artist my entire life! I come from a line of artists…my grandpa as well as my mother! That beautiful easel I use in class – That is my mom’s! She used that same easel when she was an art major in college! I updated it with one of my favorite colors and love that is what I use to teach you guys each week!
I have dabbled in so many creative business before starting The Social Easel and finding my place! I did cakes, wreaths, and more! Right now, I am living my dream and I hope to use this gift God gave me to inspire others in art and in life! For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. – 2 Timothy 1:7
I love the “social” part of this business!! Getting to know you guys by name when you come in and paint with me and become members of my Tribe membership! That is what makes it all so fun for me.
Seeing your faces on Facebook when you comment! It’s the fun stuff! Thank you all for making it that way! I feel like we are a little art family! 🙂
My goal through these blogs is to share love, inspiration and fun with you all! I want to use the gifts He gave me and share them with others! This year marks The Social Easel’s 5th year in business! I am beyond grateful and excited to say that! It has also made me think about where I see this business going and how I can reach and teach more people!
1 year ago I started my painting membership and now we are close to 200 members! I love that I have the ability to teach no matter where you live! You can take individual courses with me through my single tutorials, join me in my challenges and boot camps or become a part of my membership which I open a few times a year!
If you haven’t already, please join my Facebook page to keep up with FB Live videos and more! You can always contact me there through messaging!
Thank you guys for a great start to 2019! I am looking so forward to see what this year brings for The Social Easel!
Stay tuned for more in the weeks to come!
Christie