It’ s been a long time in the making!

When I shared my first trace and paint eBook, I was overwhelmed by the amount of people who were enjoying tracing botanical motifs that they would be able to paint using watercolors to continue to practice their watercolor skills.

Not knowing how to draw or what to paint are barriers that shouldn’t stop you from painting all together!

Having a printed version was something that was requested so much so, that I got to work and made it happen! Holding the printed version in my hands was thrilling and I could just imagine all of the variety of paintings that would be made from this book!

Watch the video below so you can get a sneak peek as to what you can expect in this printed version of the brand new Trace and Paint Botanicals book!

I remember the early days of my artist life and not really knowing where to start or what to work on, so I am always looking for ways to get you painting more. Painting is really what most of us want to spend our time on anyway,and if I can make it easier for you to get there, I will!

Let me know what you think of the new book! If you are painting the motifs, please share them with me on Instagram @lifeidesign and comment here to let me know what other motifs you’d like to see in the next book! I have some ideas but want to know what you’d like to paint more of! If you are enjoying the book, please share a review on Amazon as it will help other find the book too! I am planning on a fun “thank you” for taking the time to review it!

What I also love about this book is that it makes a unique gift too! I’m thinking about Mother’s Day and a lovely morning spent with a hot coffee in one hand and a paint brush in the other… a little hint to my kids!

Before I leave you to paint, here’s my new favorite mixing palette, and this is what I’m packing with me on my upcoming trip so I can paint while I’m away! Oh and a portable dry palette too!

Happy Painting!

Nicki x