Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff Art Blog

Tips, Tricks, Thoughts, and inspiration from across the art spectrum.

drawing of Koda the bull wearing a wreath collar, and a bell harness. A greeting card version is also shown.

How to Make DIY Christmas Cards with Goof Proof...

Tory D Manning

"Ah, Christmas! It’s that magical time of year when everything sparkles—tinsel, snow, and maybe even a little glitter from your last art project. For us, it’s also the perfect season...

How to Make DIY Christmas Cards with Goof Proof...

CJAS Staff

"Ah, Christmas! It’s that magical time of year when everything sparkles—tinsel, snow, and maybe even a little glitter from your last art project. For us, it’s also the perfect season...

Gloves in a bottle, pencils, and a gift note laying on top of a red and white stocking

Best Stocking Stuffers for Artists

Tory D Manning

Are you still searching for the perfect stocking stuffers for artists in your life? Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered with thoughtful, practical, and fun gift ideas that any artist...

Best Stocking Stuffers for Artists

CJAS Staff

Are you still searching for the perfect stocking stuffers for artists in your life? Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered with thoughtful, practical, and fun gift ideas that any artist...

abstract art with orange, reds, blues and greens

Fun and Inexpensive Ways to Frame Art

Tory D Manning

In my experience, the main hang-up some artists have when it comes to framing their work is that it can be expensive to have it done professionally or difficult and...

Fun and Inexpensive Ways to Frame Art

CJAS Staff

In my experience, the main hang-up some artists have when it comes to framing their work is that it can be expensive to have it done professionally or difficult and...

a painted blue wooden board with Cheap Joes Art Stuff in a tan circle and a stylized paint brush through the circle

10 Fun Facts to Know About Cheap Joe’s

Tory D Manning

Ever wondered what makes Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff such a special place for artists? Let’s take a little trip behind the scenes and get to know our company, its quirky...

10 Fun Facts to Know About Cheap Joe’s

CJAS Staff

Ever wondered what makes Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff such a special place for artists? Let’s take a little trip behind the scenes and get to know our company, its quirky...

The Beginner’s Guide To Oil Painting

The Beginner’s Guide To Oil Painting

CJAS Staff

Cheap Joe’s mini art lessons are meant to provide beginners with a starting point into the world of various art mediums and techniques. Since oil painting has been around for...

The Beginner’s Guide To Oil Painting

CJAS Staff

Cheap Joe’s mini art lessons are meant to provide beginners with a starting point into the world of various art mediums and techniques. Since oil painting has been around for...

Art Presentation Tips: Cost-Effective Matting and Framing Techniques

Art Presentation Tips: Cost-Effective Matting a...

CJAS Staff

As artists, we create art to be viewed and enjoyed. We do not paint to hide our art in a closet or under a bed. In some cases, we may...

Art Presentation Tips: Cost-Effective Matting a...

CJAS Staff

As artists, we create art to be viewed and enjoyed. We do not paint to hide our art in a closet or under a bed. In some cases, we may...

Floral Canvas Using Watercolor Pouring Technique

Mastering the Watercolor Pouring Technique

Carlee Hudson

Watercolor painting has long been celebrated for its delicate and luminous qualities. Among the many techniques available to watercolor artists, the watercolor pouring technique stands out as a captivating method...

Mastering the Watercolor Pouring Technique

Carlee Hudson

Watercolor painting has long been celebrated for its delicate and luminous qualities. Among the many techniques available to watercolor artists, the watercolor pouring technique stands out as a captivating method...

Cheap Joe’s Lessons for Painting with Acrylics

Cheap Joe’s Lessons for Painting with Acrylics

CJAS Staff

When it comes to the art supply industry, it’s no secret that Cheap Joe’s is one of the best in the business. But did you know that we also have...

Cheap Joe’s Lessons for Painting with Acrylics

CJAS Staff

When it comes to the art supply industry, it’s no secret that Cheap Joe’s is one of the best in the business. But did you know that we also have...

Women and flowers in acrylic stippling technique

Acrylic Painting: Tips, Tricks, and Techniques ...

CJAS Staff

Acrylic painting is a versatile and popular medium used by artists worldwide. It is known (and loved) for its fast-drying properties, water solubility, and flexibility, as it’s able to be...

Acrylic Painting: Tips, Tricks, and Techniques ...

CJAS Staff

Acrylic painting is a versatile and popular medium used by artists worldwide. It is known (and loved) for its fast-drying properties, water solubility, and flexibility, as it’s able to be...

Daniel Smith's Ultramarin Blue and Rhodonite Genuine tubes and color mix

Daniel Smith Watercolors You Should Have In You...

Brian Dubberly

Years ago, before Daniel Smith Watercolors were sold at Cheap Joe's Art Stuff, the talk was all "Quinacridone." Back then, Daniel Smith was the first to recognize the artists' thirst...

Daniel Smith Watercolors You Should Have In You...

Brian Dubberly

Years ago, before Daniel Smith Watercolors were sold at Cheap Joe's Art Stuff, the talk was all "Quinacridone." Back then, Daniel Smith was the first to recognize the artists' thirst...

Why You Should Use an Art Easel Stand

Why You Should Use an Art Easel Stand

CJAS Staff

Many artists prefer using an easel for painting rather than working with a flat surface. But how do you know if an artist easel is right for you? If you’ve...

Why You Should Use an Art Easel Stand

CJAS Staff

Many artists prefer using an easel for painting rather than working with a flat surface. But how do you know if an artist easel is right for you? If you’ve...

The Best Tools For Painters

The Best Tools For Painters

CJAS Staff

To continue to evolve as a painter, you sometimes have to experiment with different painting tools to elevate your artistic style. Sometimes that means switching up your technique, and what...

The Best Tools For Painters

CJAS Staff

To continue to evolve as a painter, you sometimes have to experiment with different painting tools to elevate your artistic style. Sometimes that means switching up your technique, and what...