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Welcome to our KARINCOLORS May 2026 challenge!
May Theme:
Color Palette Challenge: create an art piece using only three colors
👈 Swipe to check the full set of rules and the prize!
How to join?
1. Follow @karinmarkers
2. Tag your artwork with @karinmarkers
3. Use 2 hashtags: #karincolors and #karincolorsMAY2026 in your caption.
What’s the prize?
You can win our KARIN REALBRUSH METALLIC set containing 12 amazing brushes (with filament tip) in markers. Each winner gets this great set!
Dates to remember:
• Contest ends on May 31, worldwide.
• Winners announced in the first week of June 2026.
We’re all about creativity! No copying or plagiarism. You can win a maximum of 3 times in 3 years. Good luck, have fun, and let your art shine!
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Disclaimer & Fine Print: Karin is not liable for any infringement of third-party rights by contest participants. We cannot verify compliance with every country’s regulations for all artwork. While constructive criticism is welcome, offensive comments will not be tolerated, and offenders will be blocked. Please note that our contest is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Instagram.
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Cozy vibes! ✨ We’re loving this peaceful sketchbook session by @thecollective_world as she explores the magic of our acrylic Realbrush Pigment @karinmarkers 🤩
Head over to @thecollective_world for more beautiful inspiration and show her some love! 💖
#karinmarkers #acrylicbrushmarkers #cozyart ##karinrealbrushpigment
✨ A Moment of Stillness ✨
A calm watercolor bird, painted in a quiet flow. 🕊️ Slow strokes, gentle colors, and a peaceful pause in between.🩵💙
Some art is not about speed—it’s about feeling. Take a moment to breathe, relax, and let the colors wash over you. Watch until the end to find your moment of calm. ✨
I’ve used the Karin Pigment realbrush markers for this piece, these have real brush experience and the way they blend is just so therapeutic. @karinmarkers Amazing product you have made.✨️
Since these markers are suitable for almost any surface, should I try them on something else next? 🎨✨
👇 Comment below which surface I should try them on! (Wood, glass, fabric, or something else?)
Follow @calmbloom.art for more peaceful art journeys.🤍
#watercolorpainting #birdpainting #calmingart #karinmarkers #birdillustration
A blooming tribute to all the incredible Moms out there! 🌺 We are so touched by this beautiful gesture from @taya.pen.art , who dedicated these vibrant flowers to the patience and love that mothers give every day.
It’s a joy to watch how she uses our brush markers to create such a delicate and rhythmic floral pattern. There is something so peaceful about seeing the petals take shape on the page, isn’t there? Whether you’re creating a gift or just taking a moment for yourself, these art markers are the perfect companion for spreading a little bit of love 💖
Be sure to follow @taya.pen.art for more heart-warming art and show her some support!
#karinmarkers #drawing #flowers #brushmarker
Playing with a brush pen - lowercase alphabet in a light, flowing style. Every stroke has its own rhythm, and the alphabet gains character through subtle transitions and the soft dynamics of the lettering.✍️
#omel #brushpenlettering #alphabet #calligraphy
Is drawing hair the best part of the process? After seeing this portrait by @doodle_traffic we might have to agree!
It’s incredible to watch how she uses our Realbrush Pigment acrylic @karinmarkers to build such flowing texture and depth. By mixing shades from Nude, Violet Blue, and Pastel collections, she’s created a piece that feels both soft and bold. Our art markers really shine when it comes to layering those fine, precise strokes that make a portrait pop! 🎨
We’re so inspired by her unique style. Make sure to head over to @doodle_traffic to see more of her amazing work and show her some love! 💕
#karinmarkers #karinrealbrushpigment #portraitart #drawing
Presence✍️
Presence, traced with a brush pen, is a fusion of technique and mindfulness, where every stroke dictates the rhythm of pure presence - a quiet dialogue between movement and stillness, ink and intention.
#omel #omelartjewelry #presence #brushpen
Looking for a way to achieve those perfect, dreamy gradients? ✨
We are absolutely captivated by how the talented @nikhatillustrations uses our watercolour brush pens to create this stunning floral pattern!
In this process video, she demonstrates an incredibly easy way to use the Blender from the Realbrush PRO @karinmarkers collection. By touching the tips of a color pen with a blender together, she picks up just the right amount of paint to create smooth, effortless transitions—making her intricate illustrations look like they’ve come to life with a soft, watery glow. 🎨💙
Whether you’re working on detailed patterns or experimental art markers pieces, this technique is a game-changer. We love seeing how our tools help bring your unique visions to the page!
Check out @nikhatillustrations for more beautiful inspiration and give her a follow to support her wonderful creative journey!
#nikhatillustrations #karinmarkers #watercoloring #brushmarker
🥁🥁🥁 Here are the Winners of our April 2026 KarinColors contest!
A huge thank you to all participants!
We are pleased to announce the lucky winners of the @KARINMARKERS BRUSHMARKER PRO MEGA BOX SET containing 60 amazing watercolors in markers. Each winner will receive such fantastic collection!
Big shoutout to:
🥇 @anshika.draws
🥇 @enthusiasticsoul_prajakta
🥇 @quete_eternelle_art
👉 Winners, please contact us via private message on Instagram to claim your fantastic prizes!
‼️ Stay tuned for the KARINCOLORS May 2026 challenge launching coming week on Instagram!
**Please Note**: Karin is not responsible for any third-party rights violations by contest participants. We cannot ensure compliance with regulations in every country for submitted artwork. Constructive feedback is welcome, but offensive comments will not be tolerated, and those commenters will be blocked. This contest is not sponsored, endorsed, administered, or associated with Instagram in any way.
#karinmarkers #artcontest #karincolors #artchallenge
Nothing says spring like a fresh Tulip Pattern! 🌷
We are absolutely loving this creative session by the talented @shhelja , who stepped out of her usual style to explore some floral magic with our Realbrush Pigment @karinmarkers .
Watching her process is so satisfying—the flexible, brush-like tip makes it a breeze to switch between those bold, sweeping petals and the fine details of the stems. It truly feels like painting with a traditional brush, but with the control of brush markers. Plus, seeing how smoothly these opaque colors blend into warm, vibrant shades is exactly why we love playing with color!
Check out these beautiful results and let us know—what’s your favorite flower to draw? 🤩
Be sure to follow @shhelja for more amazing painting inspiration and show her some support!
#karinmarkers #drawing #brushmarker #markers
Which letter is your favorite to draw? ✨ We’re mesmerized by this beautiful „B” created by @farah.brightart !
It’s so inspiring to watch her blend vibrant tones using our Brushmarker PRO watercolour brushpens. The way the colors flow together makes the whole creative process look like a dream. There’s something so therapeutic about these smooth transitions. 🎨🤩
Check out @farah.brightart for more stunning work and give her a follow to support her amazing talent!
#karinmarkers #watercoloring #farahbrightart #drawing
