News
Family Store Pencil Drawing Timelapse Art
Join me for a behind the scenes look at an architectural pencil drawing.
Acrylic Painting Process | Queensland Cottage Timelapse Art
I was lucky enough to create this delightful cottage painting for a happy customer recently. AND it shipped all the way from Virginia USA to Queensland Australia!
How to Prevent Smudging While Drawing
Find out why glassine paper is the best tool for artists to prevent smudges while drawing.
Mediterranean Style House Drawing
A behind the scenes look at my recent house portrait commission of a Mediterranean style house.
Peacock Butterfly Drawing Timelapse
Join me for a behind the scenes time-lapse of a color pencil butterfly drawing in progress.
Train Bridge - Inspiration Explained
Here’s a look at my Train Bridge painting with a little of the back story
Landscape Painting Video
Join me while I paint a landscape using acrylic paints on canvas. Take a look behind the scenes in this time-lapse video.
Easy Valentine Canvas Art
I can show you an easy and affordable Valentine art project that everyone can do from home.
Landscaped House Portrait Drawing
Join me for a behind the scenes look at a recent house portrait commission. This artwork was created using color pencils on paper. I really enjoyed capturing the special details in and around the yard as well! - Sonja 💜
Seascape Merchant Marine Ship Painting by Sonja
A look at a newly commissioned painting intended to celebrate and preserve a family's history of maritime service.
Sunset Delight work in progress by Sonja
Watch the video to see my work in progress as I create a uniquely layered acrylic painting on canvas. A couple is pictured in their own favorite beach spot, enjoying each other and the many beautiful moments they've shared at their favorite getaway!
Seascape Ship Painting by Sonja
A piece of family history in military service is captured in this special seascape painting. Sonja is a custom artist providing classic style paintings that preserve important family legacies such as this distinguished ship and those who served aboard it.
Drawing in Progress: Blue Monarch with Honey Bee
Join me for a close up look at a recent commissioned butterfly drawing.
Father's Day Gifts - Artwork by Sonja
Make this year's gift extra special. Share a one-of-a-kind artwork that's truly from the heart.
Drawing in Progress: Blue Butterfly in Pencils
Laying the foundation starts with a sketch and then I just keep building the drawing from there! Building subtle colors...
House Portrait Painting - Behind the Scenes
Here's a quick and fun behind the scenes look at one of my recent house portrait paintings. This garden rambler is full of charming sophistication!
Easter Egg Colored Pencil Drawing
Happy Easter! I'm so happy to share some springtime joy with this fun drawing of decorated easter eggs. Take a look at how a small drawing comes to life.
Packaged with Care Behind the Scenes Video
Here's a quick behind the scenes look at how I packaged two custom paintings for shipping to their new home.
DIY Decoupage Art Eggs | Art @ Home
Sonja shares her favorite Easter craft which is a great project for all experience levels - from beginners to experienced artists. Find out how to make colorful, creative egg art.
Introducing "Holding Court"
In this painting, I focused on the church courtyard and the view of Renwick in the background. I love painting the architecture of these two buildings along with the lovely brick path and wrought iron fencing.
Pet Portrait Behind the Scenes Video
Here's a quick and fun behind the scenes look at one of my recent pet portrait paintings. This very handsome Pyrenees Mountain Dog is featured in a special custom artwork.
Steeple - Art Out and About with Sonja
Find out Sonja's favorite spot to take in the view of Fredericksburg, Virginia. And see where she was inspired to paint "Steeple," a rooftop view of the historic St. George's Episcopal Church steeple.
Sonja's Studio Tour
Join Sonja on a quick tour of her newly renovated home studio. Reorganizing her drawing tables, easel and big comfy chair made better flow for her video calls
