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
May 18, 2022
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Composition in Painting: How to Create Better Painting Compositions
The best paintings are those that have a strong composition. But what is composition in painting? Composition is the arrangement of elements in a work
March 25, 2022
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Best Oil Paints for Professional and Beginner Oil Painting Artists
There are so many different oil paint brands available! It can be overwhelming to choose (and know) the best oil paints for what you need.
March 11, 2022
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The Importance of Roman Fresco Painting in Art History
The first time I saw Roman fresco paintings, was at the Naples National Archeological Museum. It during the time I was attending a painting program
March 2, 2022
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Why It’s Important to Start Your Painting with an Imprimatura
An imprimatura is a very important step of starting a painting. Painters have used it as far back as the middle ages – though it
February 24, 2022
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Creative Drawing Ideas to Help INSPIRE You to Draw More
If you love to draw but often have difficulty thinking of good drawing ideas you are not alone! It can be hard to continually think
February 4, 2022
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What Color Harmony is and (Examples) How to Use it in Your Painting
Harmony is often compared to musical consonance. In fact, the dictionary describes harmony as “the simultaneous combination of tones, especially when blended into chords pleasing
November 19, 2021
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Mixing Fall Paint Colors: How to Paint with a Fall Color Palette
The fall color palette is full of golden yellows, brilliant reds and oranges. Which makes mixing fall paint colors, one of the more rewarding undertakings.
September 15, 2021
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How to Find New Painting Inspiration: 11+ Simple Painting Ideas
A common question for many is “what should I paint next?…” That difficulty of thinking of new painting ideas, can at times lead to getting
July 23, 2021
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