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Inspiration comes in many forms and can be very elusive. It can be the bane of any artist, but it can also be a treasure trove of creativity and ideas, helping you avoid the dreaded blank page syndrome. Professional artists know the importance of capturing inspiration when it comes because it is th

Learn about common mistakes beginner oil painters make, to help you save materials and improve more quickly.

Learn how to create more realistic paintings with these (actionable) realism painting tips, that you can begin applying to your own paintings right away!

Learn the art of capturing a striking portrait using minimal brushwork. Explore the techniques to convey depth and emotion with economy and precision in your artwork.

Painting is a relaxing medium to express yourself. There are a lot of various types of paint on the market, but just how many are there? There is no need to go aisle by aisle reading each tube because we've gathered a list for you of different types of paint. Whether you're beginning your painting […]

An underpainting, or underdrawing, is the first layer of paint you apply to your canvas to either help establish values or to get rid of the white of the canvas. Using

Have you heard people talk of painting in a ‘ loose ’ style and wondered what that actually means? Like a lot of things in art, it is rather subjective so perhaps the better question is to ask what loose watercolour painting means to you. I want to paint with ease - with a glad heart and a confid

Contemporary Art > Nicole Santiago’s paintings are simultaneously individualistic, with a strong female viewpoint all her own.