Painting World Magazine

Painting World Magazine The best print magazine for decorative painters, mixed media artists and crafters! We offer both print and digital subscriptions. Prices are subject to change.

Painting World Magazine is published by WaterLoon Publishing, LLC, a passionate independent company based in Woodstock, Georgia. We are proud to be a platform where creativity thrives and community is at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to celebrate and preserve the art of decorative painting, while embracing the evolution of creativity through mixed media, surface design, and fine ar

t. Whether you’re painting florals on a tin tray, experimenting with texture, making a seasonal door hanger, or creating museum-worthy canvases, Painting World Magazine is your trusted guide and companion. Published 6 times a year, each issue is filled with step-by-step painting projects, expert instruction, creative inspiration, and stories that matter—all designed to support artists of every skill level. Annual subscriptions are currently $45 USD for print and $21 USD for digital-only access. You’ll find projects and insights from the finest artists in the industry, including:

Chris Myer Williams, Marco Antonio Aguilar, Lynne Andrews, Sharon Cook, Elaina Appleby, Tracy Wienzapfel, Nancy Scott (CDA), Tami Carmody, Erika Joanne, Cindy Harrison, Sandy McTier, and many more. We’re more than just a magazine—we’re a creative family. A community where artists come together to learn, grow, and share their gifts with the world. If you’re passionate about painting, you belong here. Learn more or subscribe at paintingworldmag.com

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09/24/2025

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Friends, I want to share a personal update with you. Due to a recent accident and hospitalization, my physician has requested that I not travel at this time. It is with a sad heart that I will not be able to attend this year’s NET Conference in New England—an event I was truly looking forward to as a chance to finally meet so many of you in person and celebrate together with our painting family.

Although I won’t be there, Painting World Magazine will still have a presence at NET! Annamarie Oke will be running our Make It & Take It project and will also be overseeing our booth, where attendees can subscribe, renew, or purchase back issues. While patterns and surfaces will not be available this year at NET, we are thrilled that the magazine will still be represented at such a special gathering.

We are deeply grateful to the NET staff for their incredible dedication. NET is a highlight of the year for so many artists, students, and friends—it truly brings our community together in the most inspiring way.

Please stop by the booth to say hello to Annamarie, join in the MITI, and let Painting World be part of your NET experience.
Even though I can’t be there in person, my heart will be with you all in New England. Wishing every teacher, vendor, and attendee a joyful, successful, and creative week! Safe travels.

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09/22/2025

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Dear Friend of Painting World,

You’ve been part of Painting World before, and we can’t thank you enough for the support that’s kept this magazine alive when so many others have faded away.

Today, we’re asking you to come back—not just to renew a subscription, but to be part of a movement.

Painting World has always been about connection: artists teaching artists, generations sharing techniques, and a community that believes creativity matters. That hasn’t changed. What has changed is the future we’re building together:

Modernization & Fresh Vision: We’re evolving beyond a niche magazine —bridging decorative traditions with contemporary fine art, surface design, and innovative mixed media.

Written Stories That Inspire: Alongside painting projects, you’ll find artist success stories, legacy features that honor those who paved the way, and fresh perspectives connecting art to everyday life.

Community Programs: From Painted Pin Pal exchanges that build friendships across the miles, to Grands & Little Brushes projects that link generations at the table, our mission is to help painting connect people—not just decorate surfaces.

Fine Art Meets Decorative Painting: You’ll see traditional roses and stroke work alongside bold abstracts, landscapes, and modern applications—because our community is wide, and every style belongs.

But here’s the truth: none of this is possible without you. Every renewal keeps our pages turning, our artists supported, and our vision alive. Without you, the last painting magazine rooted in decorative painting would not exist.

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If you’ve never subscribed: Now is the perfect time to start. Your subscription ensures you’ll receive inspiring projects and stories, while also helping us carry painting into its next era. Subscribing is more than getting a magazine—it’s making sure art, tradition, and connection are sustained for generations.
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Together, we can prove that decorative painting still matters, that community still matters, and that creativity is a legacy worth passing on.

With gratitude,

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Painting World Magazine is owned and operated by Loon Publishing, LLC., which is a small, independent publishing company from Waseca, MN. We specialize in publishing a magazine in both digital and print formats specifically for decorative artists who want to hone their skills, learn about new techniques & products and take lessons from the best artists in the industry! We ship to countries all over the planet and offer both print and digital subscriptions. We publish 6 times per year and the subscription fee is $29.99 USD + S&H (print) or $19.99 (digital only) Our website is: www.paintingworldmag.com We bring you a wide range DIY and painting projects from all the best artists in our industry, including: Bobbie Takashima, Chris Haughey, Lynne Andrews, Karen Wisner, Kelly Hoernig, Chris Thornton-Deason, Cindy Vitale, Judy Diephouse, Debbie Cole, Sandy LeFlore, Shara Reiner, Tracy Wienzapfel, Deb Antonick, Laurie Speltz, Nancy Scott (CDA), Rebecca Baer, Tami Carmody, Sharon Bond, Sharon Cook, Cindy Harrison, Sandy McTier, and so many more!!