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Tips, Tricks, Thoughts, and inspiration from across the art spectrum.
Grisaille: French for Value Study
Value studies seem to be the one necessary evil, in creating a painting, that no one really wants to take time for. Why is that? Even though they are great...
Grisaille: French for Value Study
Value studies seem to be the one necessary evil, in creating a painting, that no one really wants to take time for. Why is that? Even though they are great...
Tools of the Trade: Zoomfinder
Artists are always looking for easy ways to solve common problems when it comes to creating art. Tools of the trade are clever gadgets that are constantly being developed to...
Tools of the Trade: Zoomfinder
Artists are always looking for easy ways to solve common problems when it comes to creating art. Tools of the trade are clever gadgets that are constantly being developed to...
Oil and Water Don't Mix... Or Do They?
These days, more and more artists seem to be looking for an alternative to traditional oil paints. They love the long lasting properties of oil paints with their clear and...
Oil and Water Don't Mix... Or Do They?
These days, more and more artists seem to be looking for an alternative to traditional oil paints. They love the long lasting properties of oil paints with their clear and...
A Handmade Holiday Greeting
One of the earliest memories of my childhood was making cards. My mom saved practically every greeting card I made over the years. It is wonderful looking back and remembering...
A Handmade Holiday Greeting
One of the earliest memories of my childhood was making cards. My mom saved practically every greeting card I made over the years. It is wonderful looking back and remembering...
I Go, You Go, We All Go for Yupo!
Yupo is made from polypropylene pellets that are processed to form a sheet of very unique plastic. The surface is waterproof and has a super smooth bright white matte finish that...
I Go, You Go, We All Go for Yupo!
Yupo is made from polypropylene pellets that are processed to form a sheet of very unique plastic. The surface is waterproof and has a super smooth bright white matte finish that...
Tempera and Watercolor: Are They the Same?
I was recently asked by a customer, what is the difference between tempera paint and watercolor. She went on to say that they are both water based and are both...
Tempera and Watercolor: Are They the Same?
I was recently asked by a customer, what is the difference between tempera paint and watercolor. She went on to say that they are both water based and are both...
Preserving the Whites
Watercolor artists everywhere have their own ideas about how to preserve whites. The white areas of your painting provide highlights as well as what artist’s call sparkle to your painting....
Preserving the Whites
Watercolor artists everywhere have their own ideas about how to preserve whites. The white areas of your painting provide highlights as well as what artist’s call sparkle to your painting....
Sketching at Oak Island
Vacations are a great way to get away and see the world, or maybe just explore your own backyard! I recently visited the southern coast of North Carolina, specifically, the...
Sketching at Oak Island
Vacations are a great way to get away and see the world, or maybe just explore your own backyard! I recently visited the southern coast of North Carolina, specifically, the...
Basically, It's All About Color
We get a lot of calls from beginning artists, particularly watercolorists. They are excited about getting started, perhaps taking a class and want the best materials they can afford. Watercolor...
Basically, It's All About Color
We get a lot of calls from beginning artists, particularly watercolorists. They are excited about getting started, perhaps taking a class and want the best materials they can afford. Watercolor...
The Not-So-New Airbrush
This morning we were fortunate to have a representative from the Iwata Airbrush Company come and demonstrate their airbrush product line. This presentation was a wonderful refresher on the new...
The Not-So-New Airbrush
This morning we were fortunate to have a representative from the Iwata Airbrush Company come and demonstrate their airbrush product line. This presentation was a wonderful refresher on the new...
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Recent Posts
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Acrylic Painting: Tips, Tricks, and Techniques for Beginners August 08, 2023
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Cheap Joe’s Lessons for Painting with Acrylics September 05, 2023
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The Beginner’s Guide To Oil Painting October 04, 2024
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Why You Should Use an Art Easel Stand March 06, 2023
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Daniel Smith Watercolors You Should Have In Your Palette March 13, 2023