The 5 Most Common Painting Pitfalls (and How to Avoid Them)
Every artist runs into painting pitfalls—especially when starting out. However, some mistakes happen so often they seem almost inevitable. The good news? Once you know
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Every artist runs into painting pitfalls—especially when starting out. However, some mistakes happen so often they seem almost inevitable. The good news? Once you know
When you look at an incredible painting, what’s one of the first things you notice? Chances are, it’s the colors. Color combinations can elevate a
Saturated colors are the lifeblood of many captivating artworks, they can create visual intensity and often making a bold statement. But here’s the thing—while these
Painting is hard! I have many frustrating memories from when I was first learning to paint. If you are just starting out, chances are that
When you stand in front of a painting at an art museum, it’s natural to lean in and focus on what you’re looking at. Is
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’
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
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
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
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