We already discussed ways to add visual interest to your painting by using paint in unexpected ways. Using paint to texturize a composition is a painter’s initial method (Read: Add Excitement to your Paintings Part 1). But there are lots …
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Do you find yourself in a rut or bored with your current paintings? Has your painterly enthusiasm been lacking? Maybe it’s about time you started thinking about the negative space of your compositions as areas in which to focus some …
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When you’re composing a painting, you want viewers to become involved in your piece. Your composition should be interesting and compel them to linger while exploring the details and nuances you’ve included. Learning how to give your audience a satisfying …
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If you’ve ever daydreamed of what it’s like to be an artist, there is probably a studio with a wall of windows, several easels with projects in various forms of completion, a comfortable seating area to ponder the great questions …
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Emerald is May’s birthstone, and it’s a color that sometimes looks artificial. While not one of the first colors you’ll include on your palette, emerald green is a color you’ll use to add life and intensity to your composition. Emerald …
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Artists create because they have a need to express themselves and putting paint to canvas is a fine way to go about it. A student gathers up his supplies and begins learning the basics of composition, color theory, paint application …
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Spring has found most of us in the Northern hemisphere, and we’re finally enjoying longer days and sunny weather. If you’re looking for colors to create a palette to proclaim your joy in the onset of warmer weather, make sure …
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I was at a nationally known craft store the other day and was just browsing around at all the fun and new items for artists and crafters. It’s like going to a candy store with all the selections that are …
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Once you’ve purchased all your paints, brushes and supports, you may think you’re ready to start on painting. One thing you may have forgotten is where you’re going to place your canvas or paper. Did you buy an easel? Before …
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Attending a fiber arts exposition this weekend, I watched a short demonstration on embellishing fabric with designs using Shiva Paintstiks. Artists create on just about any surface, and creating textile art is just the start for a fiber artist. The …
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If you’re the type of artist who enjoys using all sorts of mediums, then creating mixed media art may be the style for you. Today’s art supply selections are growing by leaps and bounds as more folks take an interest …
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If you’re juggling your time to squeeze in painting sessions, alla prima painting can be just the thing to keep your painting output flowing in spite of an action packed schedule. Don’t let this fancy name scare you off. It’s …
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Even though the temperature dipped below the freezing point last night and the extended forecast calls for snow this week, spring really is just around the corner. That means that it’s time to decorate your home for Easter. Get out …
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The weather has been challenging for almost everyone the last few months. Bitter cold, unusual amounts of snow and flooding have kept many people stuck indoors more than they would prefer. If you’re sick of painting still lifes and composing …
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Maybe you’re interested in trying your hand at painting, but you’re just not sure how to go about it. There are probably lots of questions simmering in the back of your mind, so here’s some basic information to help you …
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Aquamarine is the birthstone associated with March. This stone has a rather narrow color range that varies from pale blue to a green-blue tint. It’s also a symbol of perception, hope, courage, creativity and beauty. Those are certainly great symbols …
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Creating a color chart sounds like a boring and un-glamorous task, but it’s one that can really help you in your painting. Commercially prepared color charts give you the basics, but they are not necessarily using the colors you have …
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