Blog – Art by Natalie Bella

Gouache Studies

Whimsical Cats Study in Gouache

Drawing of Kelly McGillis from Top Gun - Graphite on Paper - Art by Natalie Bella

Sketching Practice

Studio Practice: Kelly McGillis Portrait Study

Studio flat lay showing the gouache painting 'Unguarded' - an 8x8 inch portrait of a woman with expressive eyes and red lips, painted in vibrant blues, oranges, and warm skin tones on watercolor paper. The painting is surrounded by art supplies including a well-used watercolor palette with colorful paint wells, a palette knife, and small containers of mixed paint, all arranged on a white surface.

Artist Journey

Studio Log: Gouache Portrait Study – Practicing Facial Plane Shifts and Light

"Bloom Within" Gouache on Paper, 8x8", Natalie Bella, July 2025

Art Techniques & Tips, Sketching Practice

“Bloom Within” Gouache Studies: Exploring Double Exposure Floral Portraits

"Faces in Color" - Gouache on Watercolor Paper - 8x8 - Natalie Bella, May 2025 - Relaxing Bar Area with Metal Stools

Artist Journey

What Rivers and Oaks Taught Me About Being Human

Oil painting of woman with white daisies on wooden easel in bright art studio with paintbrushes, ceramic vessels, and natural window light

Artist Journey

I Spent Years Living in Half of Myself – Using Art to Find What Logic Never Could

Gouache painting study of woman with umbrella displayed in open watercolor sketchbook with paintbrushes and eucalyptus on rustic wooden background, artist studio setup

Artist Journey

The Spiritual Side of Art: How Creativity Connects Us to Life’s Deeper Meaning

Oil and mixed media painting "Floral Symphony" by Natalie Bella featuring pink peonies and roses displayed in a luxurious modern bathroom with black grid glass partition, freestanding white bathtub, and lush green plants creating a serene spa-like atmosphere.

Collecting Art

The Art That Chooses Us: The Difference Between Collecting and Decorating

"Portrait of a Woman" - Charcoal & Graphite on Paper - 8.5x11 - Natalie Bella, May 2025

Artist Journey, Sketching Practice

What Makes Portrait Art So Captivating? The Human Connection

Vibrant abstract mixed media painting featuring bold pink, yellow, and blue brushstrokes with organic flowing forms and textural elements by contemporary artist Natalie Bella

Artist Journey

Finding Your Personal Aesthetic: A Guide to Discovering What Truly Moves You