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

7 experiements of marker scribbles on different paper

What You Need to Know About Alcohol Markers

Leslie Snipes

Have you ever looked at a display of hundreds of colorful markers and thought how fun they would be to use, but you weren’t sure where to begin? We’ve got...

What You Need to Know About Alcohol Markers

Leslie Snipes

Have you ever looked at a display of hundreds of colorful markers and thought how fun they would be to use, but you weren’t sure where to begin? We’ve got...

artists using protective gear

Safety and Hazards in Art Studios

Leslie Snipes

Making art can be such an urgent emotional and spiritual experience that safety can be an afterthought. Plus, art supplies are so much fun that we can forget they may...

Safety and Hazards in Art Studios

Leslie Snipes

Making art can be such an urgent emotional and spiritual experience that safety can be an afterthought. Plus, art supplies are so much fun that we can forget they may...

Joe teaching people at an art class

Watercolor Painting Supplies: Joe’s List of Eve...

Leslie Snipes

“I was a practicing pharmacist in my mid-40s when I took up watercolor. All I wanted to do was paint nice little landscapes, local scenes, barns, homes, the mountains, etc....

Watercolor Painting Supplies: Joe’s List of Eve...

Leslie Snipes

“I was a practicing pharmacist in my mid-40s when I took up watercolor. All I wanted to do was paint nice little landscapes, local scenes, barns, homes, the mountains, etc....

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...

Painting with painting knife

How to Master Watercolor Painting with a Painti...

CJAS Staff

You hardly ever think of using a painting knife in watercolor, but a friend of mine many years ago showed me this, and his name is Charles Sharpe. I've enjoyed...

How to Master Watercolor Painting with a Painti...

CJAS Staff

You hardly ever think of using a painting knife in watercolor, but a friend of mine many years ago showed me this, and his name is Charles Sharpe. I've enjoyed...

Unleash Your Creativity with Sketchbook Journaling

Unleash Your Creativity with Sketchbook Journaling

Terry Henry

In a world full of digital distractions, there's something inherently captivating about putting pen to paper to capture thoughts and emotions through the art of sketchbook journaling. This creative outlet...

Unleash Your Creativity with Sketchbook Journaling

Terry Henry

In a world full of digital distractions, there's something inherently captivating about putting pen to paper to capture thoughts and emotions through the art of sketchbook journaling. This creative outlet...

artist painting yellow watercolor on paper with watercolor brush

Your Guide to Choosing The Perfect Watercolor B...

CJAS Staff

Watercolor painting is a fascinating art form that demands precision, creativity, and the right tools. While the selection of pigments and paper is crucial, the choice of watercolor painting tools...

Your Guide to Choosing The Perfect Watercolor B...

CJAS Staff

Watercolor painting is a fascinating art form that demands precision, creativity, and the right tools. While the selection of pigments and paper is crucial, the choice of watercolor painting tools...

Why Every Artist Needs Both Paintbrushes and Painting Knives

Why Every Artist Needs Both Paintbrushes and Pa...

CJAS Staff

So many times, when artists are starting out, they may opt to forego certain painting tools to save a dollar here or there. Now granted, there are occasions where that...

Why Every Artist Needs Both Paintbrushes and Pa...

CJAS Staff

So many times, when artists are starting out, they may opt to forego certain painting tools to save a dollar here or there. Now granted, there are occasions where that...

Your Guide To Using Calligraphy Pens

Your Guide To Using Calligraphy Pens

CJAS Staff

Like any art form, calligraphy takes quite a bit of time and practice to master. Choosing the right tools and supplies is vital to your success, but checking out some...

Your Guide To Using Calligraphy Pens

CJAS Staff

Like any art form, calligraphy takes quite a bit of time and practice to master. Choosing the right tools and supplies is vital to your success, but checking out some...

Find Out How Different Watercolor Supplies Work

Find Out How Different Watercolor Supplies Work

CJAS Staff

Numerous tools can be used to create breathtaking watercolor paintings, but if you’re new to the medium, you might be unfamiliar with some of the supplies. Tools like watercolor pencils...

Find Out How Different Watercolor Supplies Work

CJAS Staff

Numerous tools can be used to create breathtaking watercolor paintings, but if you’re new to the medium, you might be unfamiliar with some of the supplies. Tools like watercolor pencils...

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...

Arches Watercolor Paper Watermark

What Is a Watermark Used For?

CJAS Staff

There are so many valuable pieces of information within the materials themselves, but if new artists don't know where to look for that info, it's not helpful to them. One...

What Is a Watermark Used For?

CJAS Staff

There are so many valuable pieces of information within the materials themselves, but if new artists don't know where to look for that info, it's not helpful to them. One...