The image of a paint-splattered figure standing before a painting propped on an easel often comes to mind when conjuring the vision of an artist. This is certainly a reasonable mental picture, and many artists fit this view. There are …
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There are about as many palettes as there are artists. Pretty much, any flat surface can be used as a palette, although some are far superior to others. A palette can be as simple as a Styrofoam tray or as …
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There are countless volumes written on great masterpieces of art and their creators. Essays attempt to translate the allegorical nature of heroic works, articles praise an artist’s avant-garde departure from the principles of design and critical reviews condemn or praise …
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Artists painting in acrylic or oil typically paint on canvas, canvas board or gessoed masonite. Watercolorists paint on paper. However, many other surfaces can be used as a painting support. Artistic creativity does not necessarily stop with the artwork. Many …
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Bob Ross and his happy little friends have introduced millions of PBS viewers to the world of art. Bob may be gone but his gentle legacy of painting technique continues to charm and instruct. Not only are there books and …
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This type of art focuses on drawing skills, and as such takes time in learning the basics of illustration. Color is secondary to form in a pen and ink drawing, and simply reinforces and fills out the inked in portion …
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Face Painting has grown from painting simple flowers or Bozo the Clown into a splendid art form. Whether it’s a blue butterfly on a cheek, or a full-face character, there are plenty of great paints and a wide assortment of …
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In order to paint a caricature, the artist must learn to observe as well as draw. Drawing is learned through study and repetition, although some students will learn more easily than others will. Drawing lessons help the student develop the …
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Whether you are an artist, decorator or simply looking for an inexpensive way to enhance an area of a room, painting a wall can be fun, creative and satisfying. This is also an inexpensive method of making a big impact …
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Styrofoam and Builder’s foam is used in a variety of applications from model airplanes to planetary models for a classroom project. The ability to carve and sculpt foam into different shapes makes it a quality, affordable material in art projects. …
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Encaustic wax paint is a wax-based paint that is produced after mixing beeswax, pigment and resin. It is usually bought in the form of chunks, granules, flakes or cakes. The color of the wax base for the paint can be …
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Stained glass artwork has been around since the Middle Ages. The process started with people staining the windows of churches and cathedrals. At that time, only bright colors were available. Their paint options included cobalt blue, silver yellow and copper …
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Capturing the essence and spirit of a living subject requires attention to detail, the ability for creative extrapolation, and the talent to register the nuances of expression and creases of time and living. Portraits are often considered the pinnacle of …
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As school districts attempt to absorb massive budget cuts, they are cutting a lot of important programs. Typically, one of the first areas to be cut is art. This is unfortunate, as art education is essential to a child’s development. …
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A successful abstract painting does not just happen. It takes work, revision and basic knowledge of drawing concepts. Picasso was a classically trained artist before he made the break to non-representational art. Because he knew the rules of perspective, balance, …
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A silhouette demands that you see in two dimensions. There is no local color or lines of characterization to express the shape, and the viewer must rely on the artist’s talent to convey the form convincingly. Studying silhouette drawing and …
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Pastels are great for the person that is always on the go. One can paint for a few minutes or many hours and stop at the drop of a hat. There is no need to worry about paint drying on …
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