A Value-able practice - Create more Value in your artwork

The more you practice bumping up value, the more confident you’ll be in keeping Value at the top of your Color Tool Box. Let’s try some fun exercises

How to use Color in Art, Mastering ColorBeverly Ash GilbertFebruary 13, 2026using value, using value in art, mastering color, importance of value

Mastering Color – Using Value in Art to Create Depth and Movement

Value is probably the single most important design element I consider while creating a color composition. The deep shadows, the bright highlights are what breath life and energy into every color palette and direct the viewers eye through the composition.

How to use Color in Art, Mastering Color, Tap Into Power of ColorBeverly Ash GilbertJanuary 30, 2026Using color, using value in art, using value, how to use value in art, mastering color

What are Your Colors of Joy?

When we are surrounded by the colors we love, we feel energized, uplifted and joyful! And the beauty is —the colors that bring you joy are unique to you!

Celebrate Colors of Joy, Color Goddess inside you, Mastering Color, Tap Into Power of Color, Using Color, How to use Color in ArtBeverly Ash GilbertJanuary 24, 2026color goddess, color goddess quiz, celebrate color, celebrate your colors of joy, mastering color, using color, how to use color

Cool Earthtone Light

I had to learn how to appreciate soft shades of grey because I’m naturally drawn to deeper, bolder, warmer undertones (surprise, surprise!!). But now that I’ve added Cool Earthtones into my coloring box, I’m falling in love.