Meet Our Artists

 

SARAH BURNS

EMMA LEFEBVRE

Sarah Burns is a traditional artist specialising in painting landscapes, and teaching others how to draw and paint. Residing in Scotland, but born & raised in America, her videos range from painting tutorials, to art business advice, to fun nature adventures in her Scottish hometown - which also happens to provide her with a vast array of inspiration for her landscape paintings using gouache.

Sarah Burns Studio X Craftamo
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Emma Lefebvre, an artist hailing from Ontario, Canada, spreads joy through her vibrant watercolour tutorials on YouTube. Her unique artistic journey began in 2016 when she reignited her passion for painting. From cheerful watercolour backgrounds to mastering florals and calligraphy, her creative evolution is a colourful tale of constant learning. Emma's boundless creativity invites you into a world where every brushstroke tells a story.

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LINDSAY WEIRICH

FILIPA SANTOS

Lindsay Weirich, with over two decades of art teaching experience, reaches thousands through her blog and YouTube channel, The Frugal Crafter, boasting over half a million subscribers. Her designs, featured in various publications, include illustrations for two children's books. Living in Maine in the United States, with her husband and three children.

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Portuguese illustrator Filipa Santos (AKA Pypah!) is an animation student in Manchester, UK. As the YouTuber behind 'Pypah's Art,' she has nearly 1 million followers, known for her warm approach and creative character design. Pypah, passionate about sushi, tea, crochet, comic books, and candles, cherishes her art supplies, particularly paint & brushes.

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MYRIAM TILSON

LAUREN WARD

Myriam Tillson, a UK-based illustrator and fine artist, creates dark and surreal illustrations using watercolor, gouache, and ink. Her work explores the complexities of human relationships, expressing a deep love for life intertwined with fear and doubt. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, reading fantasy novels, playing video games, and taking long walks in nature.

Myriam Tillson X Craftamo
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FX Freak (aka Lauren) is a skilled face and body artist known for transforming herself into various monsters and characters using vibrant face paint. Her captivating transformations showcase both technical expertise and imaginative storytelling on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube, making her a standout in the world of transformative artistry.

FX Freak X Craftamo
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PIYO ASDF

GRETEL LUSKY

Piyo, a Chilean artist and YouTuber, creates colorful and inspiring artwork that encourages others to embrace their creativity. She started her YouTube channel in 2008, initially sharing university projects and later branching out into music covers and art tutorials. Over time, her channel grew into a community of over 1.3 million followers.

Piyo ASDF X Craftamo
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Gretel Lusky is an exceptionally talented illustrator & comic artist who has designed countless illustrations for the likes of DC & Marvel. Her work is stunning & unique, so together with Craftamo, Gret designed the perfect artist brush set to match her style, suitable for multi-medium painting, including watercolour, acrylics & gouache paint.

Gretel Lusky X Craftamo
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RYAN O'ROURKE

ALMA LUNA

Ryan O'Rourke, a Canadian traditional artist and YouTuber, uses acrylic paints to craft stunning landscapes. His goal is to boost your confidence in painting while providing a relaxed and informative experience. Through tutorials, he guides beginners to replicate his results, covering diverse landscapes to ensure continuous learning for his students.

Ryan O'rourke X Craftamo
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Alma Luna (aka SoulRoho) is a talented illustrator from Mexico whose anime art and character design tutorials have garnered a massive amount of views on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. Her beautiful characters and vibrant design aesthetic truly make her an exciting and influential artist to follow, inspiring creativity worldwide with her unique colours and creative designs.

Alma Luna X Craftamo
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DEBBIE WALKER

GABRIELA NIKO

Debbie Walker is a lifelong watercolor enthusiast with an obsession for wildflowers and a love for nature's beauty. As an artist, Debbie's vibrant creations have graced boutiques along Pacific Coast Hwy throughout San Diego, CA. With a vision to inspire, she shares the joy of watercolor through online courses, encouraging others to find their artistic style, and have fun.

Debbie Walker X Craftamo
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Gabriela Niko, aka Doodle Traffic, is a freelance illustrator and content creator from Poland. With a background in Industrial Design and nearly ten years of experience as a Sports Apparel Designer, she transitioned from corporate work to focus on her passion for art. In November 2018, Gabriela discovered sketchbook art, marking a pivotal moment in her career. 

Doodle Traffic X Craftamo
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KAREN CHEOK

AUDRA AUCLAIR

Karen Cheok, aka daixykaren, is a mixed media artist from Malaysia, known for her vibrant and imaginative artworks. Specializing in colorful sceneries and abstract compositions, she explores a wide range of mediums, with a focus on mixed media paintings. Her work reflects her passion for experimentation and creativity, evoking emotion and storytelling through each brushstroke. Karen's art, often whimsical and nostalgic, offers viewers a kaleidoscopic experience. 

Karen Cheok X Craftamo
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Meet Audra, a Canadian artist whose vibrant creations have captivated audiences worldwide. With a passion for blending fantastical elements and bright colors, Audra's work explores the complexities of human emotion in a multitude of subjects. Beyond the canvas, she finds joy in swimming, cosy games, sushi, travel, and capturing the beauty of local rainforests through her lens. Join Audra on her artistic journey as she continues to inspire through her colorful creations. 

Audra Auclair X Craftamo
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KOLBIE BLUME

KIARA MAHARAJ

Kolbie Blume (aka This Writing Desk) knows how hard it is to call yourself an artist! After quitting art at age 10, it took 15 years to stop listening to perfectionism and start unleashing her inner artist. Formerly a writer at the White House during the Obama era, Kolbie discovered the transformative power of watercolor, challenging self-imposed limits and finally finding freedom in making a mess.

This Writing Desk X Craftamo
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Kiara Maharaj, also known as Kiara in the Forest, is a fantasy illustrator from South Africa. Using gouache, ink, and other mediums, she creates magical worlds filled with whimsical creatures and landscapes. Kiara shares her creative process on Instagram, YouTube, and Patreon, inviting others to explore her imaginative universe. A fun fact about Kiara is that she was featured on Tea with Gary Vee!

Kiara in the Forest X Craftamo
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EMILY HUGHES

JOSHUA KIRKHAM

Meet Emily Hughes, a professional artist and YouTuber from Canada. Emily pursued her fine arts studies in Toronto, specializing in drawing and painting. While she explores a wide variety of mediums, she often gravitates towards gouache and oils. Emily's work, largely based on the portraiture of both humans and animals, draws inspiration from film, dreams, and memories.

Emily Hughes X Craftamo
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Joshua Kirkham (aka Paint With Josh) transforms online painting into an extraordinary experience for individuals of all skill levels. His expertise shines through, making painting an enjoyable and educational experience. Join his vibrant community and tap into your creativity from the comfort of your home. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned painter, Joshua is here to inspire and nurture your love for art.

Paint with Josh X Craftamo
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DIANE ANTONE

JONI YOUNG

Diane Antone, born in London, is passionate about helping others find joy in watercolor painting. Her YouTube channel, with millions of viewers, showcases her diverse paintings inspired by the natural world. Diane's Craftamo brushes, created in collaboration with Craftamo, enhance her own art and offer exciting possibilities for every painter.

Diane Antone X Craftamo
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Joni Young is a self-taught artist based in Vancouver Island. She has been painting and teaching art for over 25 years now and specialises in the fun and versatile medium of acrylic paint. Her passion for creating and teaching art shows through her wonderful painting tutorials which have almost 18 million views on YouTube.

Joni Young X Craftamo
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HAMRIB

HELEN CAMPBELL

HamRib is a talented Filipino artist who specializes in gouache & watercolor. Her impressive repertoire consists of striking portraits of female characters from pop culture in film & animation. You can find her artworks on YouTube, Instagram, and Patreon where she provides her audience a behind-the-scenes look into how she creates her stunning masterpieces.

HamRib Art X Craftamo
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Helen (Rae) Campbell, an award-winning botanical artist and watercolour tutor, passionately makes art accessible to all. Through her YouTube channel & Patreon, she employs a unique 'learn to paint as you paint' method, embodying the artistic community spirit to boost confidence & guide individuals on their painting journey, one brush stroke at a time.

Helen Rae Campbell X Craftamo
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JOHN CORREA

JESS CHUNG

John Correa, the creative force behind Correa Art, is a traditional artist and YouTuber from the Philippines. Specializing in mesmerizing landscapes using acrylic paints, his tutorials make it easy for you to recreate his artistic magic. Through his YouTube channel, John shares his passion for acrylics and the beauty of landscapes, captivating audiences worldwide.

Correa Art X Craftamo
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Jess Chung, a skilled traditional artist, specializes in mesmerizing Gouache landscapes. As a YouTuber and Skillshare teacher, she generously shares unique techniques, aligning her passion for teaching with Gouache mastery. Through engaging tutorials, Jess fosters a vibrant artistic community around her enchanting landscapes, with her gentle and captivating approach.

Jess Chung X Craftamo
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SHIE SISON

ERIC YI LIN

Shie Sison, a former Interior Designer turned freelance designer and illustrator, is the creative force behind Sison Designs. Her organic and playful style, achieved with watercolors, gouache, colored pencils, and digital tools, brings a sassy feel to her work. The pseudonym "SISON DESIGNS" combines her surname and passion, aiming to pass on creativity to her talented child.

Sison Designs X Craftamo
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Eric Yi Lin, a Washington-based watercolor artist, creates art to connect people with memories. As a fine artist and video game developer, he uses watercolor for its gentle, nostalgic quality. Married to Betty with three boys, Eric enjoys being an Artist/YouTuber, bringing joy through both family and creative endeavors. His work often explores the intersection of storytelling and emotion, by capturing fleeting moments.

Eric Yi Lin X Craftamo
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CINDY BARILLET

BLANCHE TRISTANT

Cindy is a visionary artist from France with a captivating YouTube channel, where she inspires others to unlock their artistic potential. Her tutorials span a variety of mediums, including gouache, watercolor, and dry pastels. Cindy's mastery extends to oil paints and adventurous explorations with markers and ink. She fearlessly embraces creative challenges and unconventional materials. Her passion shines through, encouraging artists to explore without limits.

Cindy Barillet X Craftamo
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Meet Blanche, a talented watercolourist, illustrator, and author based in Caudan, France. Renowned for her enchanting floral and garden-inspired watercolour illustrations, Blanche is passionate about inspiring art enthusiasts at all levels to imagine, connect with their references, and bring their own visions to life. With an artistic and poetic heart, she believes that by creating meaning, and adding a story to illustrations, is the essence of art.

Leaubleue X Craftamo
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CHRIS HONG

KAITLYN PAGE

Chris is a Korean-Canadian artist based in the vibrant city of Toronto. Celebrated for her diverse mix-media approach and command of colors, Chris's artistry shines through in her soulful portraits and playful clown core illustrations. Follow along Chris’ journey as an independent artist on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, where she reveals her creative process, behind-the-scenes, and the stories behind her stunning artworks.

Chris Hong X Craftamo
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Kaitlyn Page is a watercolor and mixed media artist from Erie, Pennsylvania. Her work explores themes of unity, self-awareness, emotions, and nature's interconnectedness. Described as surreal and psychedelic, Kaitlyn creates ethereal realms blending the metaphysical and natural. She began drawing at 12, and discovered her passion for watercolors at 17, striving to push watercolor boundaries in unique ways.

Kaitlyn Page X Craftamo
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DANIEL WILSON

TINA TRAN

Studio Wildlife a.k.a Daniel Wilson, an international wildlife artist, biologist, and conservationist, specialises in acrylic painting. His expertise shines in the realm of realistic wildlife art, where his meticulous attention to detail brings nature to life, on canvas. Alongside his artistic pursuits, Daniel shares his passion through teaching, guiding aspiring artists and igniting their creativity. With a profound love for nature, wildlife and a boundless zest for creation, Daniel Wilson continues to inspire and leave his mark on the artistic landscape.

Studio Wildlife X Craftamo
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Tina (also known as I’m A Wonder on the internet) is an illustrator and content creator based in Toronto, Canada. She works with a variety of mediums including watercolour, gouache, markers, coloured pencils, and more to create very colourful and vibrant illustrations. Most of her works are often focused on strong yet feminine portraits and figures, drawing inspiration from pop culture and fashion. She enjoys sharing her artwork through Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, as well as providing insight to her art process and connecting with her audience.

I'm A Wonder X Craftamo
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