Autumn Atmosphere
As autumn arrives, summer’s green gives way to vibrant yellows, reds, and oranges—offering both inspiration and challenges for artists. Capturing …
Tag: Painting Techniques
10 Tips to Nurture a Daily Painting Practice
Consider these insights on the importance of establishing a daily art practice—and the benefits it can yield over time.
Bold Strokes of Color
Patti Mollica teaches you how confident use of bold brushstrokes begins with a foundation built on color value.
DIY Aluminum Panels for Painting
Canvas mounted to aluminum panels are stable, sturdy, and lightweight, making them great options for on-the-go panels as well as finished studio paint…
A Simple Guide for Stretching Your Own Canvas
Enjoy the satisfaction of stretching your own canvas in this quick and easy guide. Learn the basics of canvas, stretchers, and grounds.
10 Reasons to Try Fluid Acrylics
Daler-Rowney Fluid Acrylic Paints offer a combination of vibrant colors, versatility, and ease of use that can enhance an artist's creative process.
Twists and Turns of Plein Air Painting
Charles Peer shares his creative wanderings and what he has learned through the unexpected twists and turns of plein air painting. Get an inside look …
5 Great Plein Air Painting Books
Discover inspiration, expert tips and guidance for painting landscapes in nature with these five plein air painting books. Explore your creativity out…
5 Easy Steps for Blending in Oils
Improve your painting practice by painting this Corot master copy.
Master Copy | Painting a Corot Landscape
Improve your painting practice by painting this Corot master copy.
One Scene, Three Composition Rules
Are there "rules" about composition? Let's see by applying three compositional standards – Rule of Thirds, The Golden Mean, and the Golden Triangle …
Sip, Paint, Sip | Sketches with Wine, Tea and Coffee
What could you do with old, undrinkable wine? What a cup of unfinished coffee or tea? One option is to use it as a medium with which to create an imag…
Good and Bad Habits: Three Artists on What to Keep and What to Let Go
With New Year's resolutions coming up, we asked three artists to chime in on the habits they have resolved to keep, and the ones they've decided to le…
Letting the Paint Come Through: How Artistic Practice Can Change the Act of Seeing
Three artists share how their practice has had ripple effects in other parts of their lives.
Improve Your Odds of Success in Your Painting
Improve your chances for success by making these habits a regular part of your painting practice
