BringSpring Art Challenge on Instagram /  by Anna Sokolova

It is happening!.. The Spring is here and with it comes the return of a beloved tradition – the BringSpring art challenge! I’m thrilled to announce the 5th Anniversary Edition of our magical #BringSpring_Challenge

Time flies! It's hard to believe I created the BringSpring_challenge five years ago to celebrate nature's beauty and connect with fellow creatives. Each year, I collaborate with fantastic artists to make this challenge possible. Last year, we were blown away by over 2,000 incredible artwork submissions!

Head over to my Instagram post for all the details on rules and prizes. Let's embrace the spirit of Spring together!

The White Cat /  by Anna Sokolova

The White Cat Fairy Tale Illustration

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A Guide to Color Symbolism in Visual Arts: Warm Colors /  by Anna Sokolova

Color is everywhere. It’s in the world around us, in the artworks we are inspired by, in our wardrobes. If you are a visual artist, chances are you constantly work with color yourself.

It is one of the most versatile tools to use, when the goal is to deepen the effect on your viewer, evoke stronger emotions, or tell a memorable story through your art. Understanding the color symbolism is immensely helpful, be it for boosting your creativity, fueling your imagination, or easily pulling the heartstrings of your audience.

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