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How to Paint Light and Reflection in Glass Painting Tutorial
Filling in the background for the glass painting Next I paint the dark background color on the right side of the painting. The color is
What are Secondary Colors? How to Mix Them and More!
Now, you want to have purchased tubes of these colors on hand. As if you’re painting a lot, it would be a bit annoying to
Landscape Painting Ideas to Help You Stay Inspired
The next time a storm comes rolling in or you have dramatic weather. You can take the opportunity to observe the outdoors in your area
Best Paint Brushes for Oil Painting (and Acrylics)
In this article we explore some of the best paint brushes for oil painting, as well as acrylics. There are many different types of paint
How to Begin Your Painting Starting with it’s First 3 Color Values
Love to hear from you about your success or struggles with creating a realistic sense of light in your paintings in the comments below!
What Colors Make Red & How to Make Shades of Red [Color Mixing Guide]
Red is a primary color, so you cannot mix your own pure red color. However, you can create (by mixing) a variety of different shades
Complete Guide to the Importance of Tonal Values in Art
The definition of tonal values in art is how light or dark something is on a scale of white to black. White is the lightest
What Colors Make Pink & How to Make Shades of Pink Color
It can be fun to experiment with different types of reds to make pink! Next up you will see what colors make pink warmer in
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