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Leonardo da Vinci Painting Techniques Uncovered
Imagine stepping back in time into a Renaissance painter’s workshop and learning their lessons and methods firsthand. When I learned of ‘A Treatise of Painting’
5 Essential Landscape Painting Tips
Landscape painting can be challenging! I remember one of my first outdoor painting ventures when learning to paint. At the time, I was in Italy
Originality Doesn’t Matter in Art – Sincerity Does
How often have you heard the phrase, “Make something original”? It’s a sentiment often repeated in the art world—a push to create something never seen
This Simple Viewfinder Tool Will Improve Your Composition
With its simplicity and effectiveness, a viewfinder can help transform a chaotic visual field into a well-balanced composition that communicates your artistic vision. Whether you’re
How to Set Artistic Goals for Artists [Updated for 2025]
The new year is a wonderful time to be able to look at a blank slate and write down some artistic goals for yourself. At
Great Gifts for Artists: Get Ideas for the Artist in Your Life
Are you a last minute gift giver? Don’t worry I have you covered! All of the following gifts for artists, found in this article, will
Mastering the Art of Titian’s Painting Techniques
Titian was and continues to be an incredibly influential painter. His work has affected countless generations of artists over the centuries. It is more than
Oil Painting on Paper (Preparation Guide and Materials Required)
When it comes to oil painting surfaces we usually always think of gessoed linen canvas or wood. However, it is also possible to paint on
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