Psalms 143:6 “I stretch out my hands to you; my soul thirsts for you like a parched land.”
When I read this verse I knew I needed to journal it in my Bible. Of course, the first thing to pop into my mind was a desert. I decided to paint this desert scene and add some simple lettering. I felt like it was the perfect representation of this verse, and that helped me to stay focused on the Word while painting it. My soul thirsts for you Lord!
Free Printable
I wanted anyone to be able to create a page similar to mine, so I made the cacti and lettering into a printable! It’s available to you absolutely free. Just click the heading or image below to download it!
CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR FREE DESERT PRINTABLE
The Tutorial
Now that you have your free printable, let’s get to the tutorial!
Check out the video below to see just how I created this desert scene in my Journaling Bible!
Other Tutorials You May Like
Acrylic Cactus
Almost two years ago I did a different desert tutorial! That tutorial uses acrylic and is more of a close-up of a single cactus It’s a great one! And it also contains a free printable!
Check it out and get that printable HERE.
10 Simple Hand-Lettering Styles
Another post that I mention in today’s watercolor desert tutorial video is my “10 Easy Hand-Lettering Styles” post. This post shows you some simple ways to add lettering to your Bible journaling page. It comes with a free cheat-sheet that you can print out and keep with you for when you need ideas or inspiration.
Find the post and download the cheat-sheet HERE.
Supplies Used
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ESV Double Column Journaling Bible
Kuretake Gansai Tambi Watercolors– I have the 48 color set, but they also make smaller and cheaper sets like the 36 Color one.
1/2″ Flat Paintbrush and Small Round Paintbrush- I use any cheap synthetic paintbrushes
Other Helpful Tutorials
- Eight Must-Have Bible Journaling Supplies
- Brush Pen Calligraphy Basics
- Brush Pen Calligraphy- Bounce Lettering
- Faux Calligraphy Tutorial- Three Simple Steps To Beautiful Hand Lettering
- 10 Simple Hand-Lettering Styles (Plus a free cheat sheet)
