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Capture the beauty of Glacier National Park with Watercolor

SHOP THE GALLERY | LATEST RELEASES | CONTACT New Release Chamonix: A Window into France Immerse yourself in the peaceful charm of Chamonix, France, with this new 11x14 painting. Inspired by the Arve River on a sunny day, this work captures a serene European fishing village surrounded by blooming flowers and an ancient rock wall. The scene is a unique blend of nature, emotion, and the soft depth of distant mountains. Hand-Built Masterpieces Every piece deserves a home that mat

Watercolor painting of a man Fishing on the Rocky Gannon Bayou.

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Before the wind forced a change in setup at the market

Spring is in the air, and I’m excited to share some great news with you! On April 18th, from 2 to 6 PM, the April Jamboree will be happening at Wildflower Mead and Beer Co in Navasota, Texas. It’s a lively event filled with music, delicious crawfish, and a variety of vendors. I’ll be there with my watercolor paintings, and my dad, Johnny, will showcase his woodworking. If you’ve ever wondered how my custom frames come to life, you’ll get to see the magic firsthand. What to

See this original watercolor paintings and more like it on April 18th at the April Jamboree in Navasota Texas

Scottish Village along a warf in watercolor by Paula Bridges

Portrait watercolor painting can feel intimidating at first. The delicate transparency of watercolor combined with the complexity of human features often leads many artists to hesitate before even picking up a brush. I know this feeling well because when I started, I wouldn't even attempt a portrait and turned down several commision opportunities to paint portraits. I struggled with capturing realistic skin tones and the subtle expressions that bring a portrait to life. Over

Buying watercolor paintings online made easy.

If you’ve ever stared at a blank sheet of watercolor paper and felt a mix of excitement and terror, you’re not alone. I’ve been there too—wondering if I’d end up with a colorful mess or a masterpiece. Watercolor painting is magical but can be a bit tricky when you’re just starting out. Lucky for us, there are some essential watercolor techniques for beginners that can make the journey smoother and way more fun. So, grab your brushes and a cup of water (for painting, not just

If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a watercolor painting, wondering how those soft, flowing colors come together to create something so vivid and alive, you’re not alone. I’ve been there too—mesmerized by the magic of watercolors and the way they can capture light, emotion, and nature’s subtle beauty. Today, I want to take you on a little journey through the world of unique watercolor techniques that make Pbridges Watercolor art stand out. Trust me, it’s a splash of in

After I got home from my 8 month long RV tour around our great country, I am finally settled back into a new home in Navasota TX. My...

Feelings of a Traveling Artist coming home.

We have been on the road 3 1/2 months now. Between hiking, biking, siteseeing, driving, and reading, I have discovered how hard it is to...

Sometimes I paint from Pictures I have taken, but this time I had a picture I found that I loved of the Tawas Point Lighthouse in...

I am now sitting in my Rv on the banks of Lake Erie. Waiting for the rain to stop so we can dry off the bikes and load them up in the RV...

I get so excited when one of my paintings sell. Sailboat on Lake in Camden Maine sold this week off of my Etsy site. I just want to give...

Well we did it. We moved into our RV full time. So I will be doing more paintings of our beautiful country in the future. But, in the...

I love to travel and I love to paint. To get to do both is a dream of mine. Here is a little bit of Cottonwood Campground in Big Bend...