Best Drawing Books for Learning How to Draw
Drawing books are not all created equal. Here is a list of some of my favorite books that have helped me to improve my drawing
January 17, 2020
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Discover the Best Painting Easels (Based on Your Needs)
Explore a curated selection of 10 different types of painting easels tailored to individual artist preferences. Discover the ideal easel that complements your unique painting
January 17, 2020
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Unveiling the Artistry of Caravaggio and His Mastery of Chiaroscuro
Caravaggio, born Michele Angelo Merigi da Caravaggio, is renowned for his mastery in blending lifelike human portrayal with striking lighting effects. The dramatic illumination in
January 15, 2020
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How to Paint Fog and Mist for Landscape Paintings
Transient effects can seem somewhat mysterious. Especially when it comes to figuring out how to paint fog and mist! However, like most things, painting fog
January 13, 2020
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What is Écorché Drawing – and The Importance of Anatomy for Artists
Écorché drawing is a drawing (or sculpture) of a human or animal that shows the figure with the skin stripped off – revealing just the
January 2, 2020
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5 Drawing Tips for Beginners to Learn How to Draw
Drawing is very fun but can be equally challenging. However, it is an incredibly rewarding process! The more effort you put into it, the more
December 23, 2019
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Gifts For Artists Who Paint – Gift Ideas For Painters
Are you searching for what to get for your painter friend, loved one, or maybe even yourself? Here is a list of some of my
December 12, 2019
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How to Paint a Landscape: Step by Step Landscape Painting Tutorial
Figuring out how to paint a landscape can be difficult, especially if you have not done it very much… However, by knowing and understanding how
December 5, 2019
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How To Paint a Starry Sky Painting
I recently received a commission to paint the Bethlehem star in a night sky depicting the time of Christ’s birth along with the backdrop of
December 2, 2019
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