Creating your first canvas painting can be a daunting task. There are so many things to consider; which canvas to use, whether to use oil or acrylic paints and what type of brush to use. The best thing to do is to experiment and find what works best for you. There are a number of […]
How to paint people with watercolors, oils or acrylics can be done as a detailed portrait or as a simple suggestion of a figure. Either way adding people to your paintings is a great way to add interest. The viewer will spend more time looking at your painting when there are people featured in […]
Paint is created by combining dry pigment and liquid. In oil paints, the liquid used is linseed oil. You purchase oil paint in tubes. The paint is thick. So when you squeeze it out onto your palette, you mix it with your palette knife and use a stiff brush to apply it to your canvas. […]
HOW TO PAINT LIGHT I teach students how to paint and draw light. I am also a lighting specialist. My fascination with light encompasses, not only the commercial, retailing aspect, but the artistic as well. Once drawing and painting skills are developed to the point where students can accurately put down what they see, creating […]
1. It is less than a century old. The first type of acrylic paint to become commercially available was actually polymer-based house paint, which became available in the 1940s. 2. It was only in the 1950s that acrylics were made commercially available. After that, they took off in popularity and they’re remained a top choice […]
The painting field has had several forms of techniques involved to its genre, among which the most revolutionizing technique is that of the acrylic painting This is quite a surprising form of art, as it can take up the task of any of the former techniques that you could relate to. The basic property of […]
There are just a few supplies you need when using acrylics for your next painting. You can use modest supplies to the most expensive and obscure painting supplies any artist can devour. Whichever way you decide to go you must have the basics. So, let’s start with the first need, the paint. 1. Acrylic Paint […]
As the man has evolved, he brought the effects of evolution in the field of science and technology. From the method of calculation to the art of painting, every thing has got a new angle to it by which the human kind would be benefited or feels at ease with their work. Acrylic painting is […]
Drawing is an art form wherein we create two dimensional figures on any surface using painting tool. There are many painting tools available in the market such as pencil, pen, ink, brush or metals like silver points. Drawing is a result of mind blowing imagination power of an artist. You will find a big difference […]
Learning how to paint people is exciting, and sometimes challenging. There are some tips and techniques that can help you as you begin your portrait painting journey. Start with an accurate drawing of the subject you plan on painting. Some artist use the grid method, while others free hand the initial drawing. One hint that […]
When learning how to paint a picture many artists want to learn how to paint portraits, this is not an easy task without knowing some basic techniques and tips. I will try to enlighten you into what I have learnt in my lifetime career as an artist. I hope this will help you to feel […]
Drawing is a journey that teaches a number of skills that you can use for any endeavor. Just about anyone can learn to draw, depending on how much time you want to put into it. Even the most basic skills can be transformed into something pleasing. The most important thing to remember is to ‘forget’ […]
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Artists, please ensure you set the Inventory section in the Add Art form by checking “Manage Stock” and entering a quantity greater than 0 before saving your artwork to your store.
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Thanks, Tina
