**Great Art News Update**   I'm very excited to announce that I will be showing my work at a local studio in the heart of Portsmouth this summer!   Through July (and tentatively at least the first week or so in August) I will be working and showing at Studio51Ceres, 51 Ceres Street, Portsmouth, NH, with the hosting studio artists Judy Gordon Schubert and Christy Hegarty. It will be a great change from my studio on Sagamore Creek - I'll be downtown amongst the bustle of summer tourism and a very different kind of energy. Plus a view of the tug boats and ships! Please come visit me an ..read more

Can spring come soon enough? Here it is, two days after the official first day of spring and it's cold, with a week's worth of new snow on the ground! I long for the new buds of spring and summer - the tulip bulbs still lying dormant under the snow and hyacinth waiting to crack the surface. I'm getting ramped up now. I know that warmth is coming and my still life set-ups can be arranged in a lingering pool of sunlight in my studio with the angle of the sun moving in a more amenable pattern across my easterly-facing windows. Yes, I'm inspired! Yes, I am ready to forge forward with my paint ..read more

Image via Pexels The realm of artistic ventures is teeming with talented individuals, yet not everyone garners the attention they deserve. Standing out in a saturated market is a challenge, but not an insurmountable one. With the right approach and targeted strategies, you can rise above the crowd and gain the recognition your work merits. Today, Kimberly Meuse Watercolors explores eight actionable tactics that can set you on the path to becoming a renowned name in your creative field. Gaining the Spotlight: Strategies for Visibility Visibility is your first key to unlocking success. Be pres ..read more

Owning a dog is a privilege that comes with responsibility. Just like your dog relies on you for food and shelter, it is also your obligation to ensure she is well behaved. Responsible dog ownership is critical for peaceful interactions in your neighborhood. Here are the three main pillars of being a conscientious dog owner. Teach your dog public etiquette skills You can teach your dog the right public skills or hire a trainer to do so. The most critical dog etiquette skills include basic commands, walking etiquette, socializing etiquette, leash training, and dining etiquette. Experts recomme ..read more

This portrait is of my Molly’s mirror image, Andi. I painted it for a couple who commissioned me for another portrait of their sweet Andi. I loved this pose that came through among several other reference shots, and on a whim painted it as well. Because this couple was so devoted to their pup I gave it to them free of charge as an extra gift. Kathi was our sponsor from YGRR when we were being considered for adopting Molly in 2018, and she helped clear the way for us to have Molly in our lives. It struck us all how much Andi and Molly looked alike - they could’ve been sisters. I found out today ..read more

I’ve been so honored to be accepted as Signature Member in both the National Watercolor Society and just this week into the American Watercolor Society - two of the most esteemed watercolor societies in the country and internationally. This is a thrill for me as a career watercolorist to reach this moment! Looking forward to including NWS and AWS beside my signature ..read more

Image via Pexels Sadly, there are millions of abandoned animals throughout the United States, and animal shelters are often overcrowded and short-staffed. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to help homeless or neglected animals in your community – even if you personally can’t adopt a pet at this time. Kimberly Meuse Watercolors shares some resources to learn how you can make a difference! Help Local Animal Rescues Local shelters and rescues rely on kind volunteers like you to care for the dogs, cats, and other animals in their care. ●      Volunteer to help ..read more

Since adopting Molly, our golden retriever rescued from the meat markets in China, I’ve offered my skills painting watercolor portraits to the Yankee Golden Retriever Rescue fundraiser auction. YGRR in Hudson, MA, is the rescue organization that brought Molly home to us. This portrait is of Bruce who was one of the 3 first Golden’s rescued from Turkey by YGRR in Hudson, MA. He was estimated to be 8 yrs old when he came over in Nov 2016 on a Turkish airline cargo plane. He had to have some teeth removed and a torn ACL repaired when he got here, but he survived and is thriving. He is named Bruc ..read more

If you are struggling with chronic stress or high blood pressure, you should consider getting a DIY hobby. Arts and crafts hobbies and other DIY projects that engage you creatively naturally boost your mood and help improve your overall well-being. Indeed, researchers found that people who participate in creative activities daily are more enthusiastic and feel better the next day, and those positive feelings prompt them to be more creative on the same day. Overall, people who engage in creative DIY projects flourish, and researchers say that daily creativity is one way to promote positive psy ..read more

Silver, Hyacinth and Lace Tangerines  Parrot Tulips ..read more