How to Make the Color Black – Shades of Black Color Mixing Guide
As a painting artist, did you know that you do not have to buy a tube of black color paint? Did you also know that
March 6, 2020
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8 Great Acrylic Painting Tips for Beginners
Buying Paint It is best to invest in good quality materials when it comes to acrylic painting. You may be restricted by a budget, but
February 21, 2020
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How to Paint Clouds in Watercolor: A Watercolor Painting Tutorial
Learn how to paint clouds in watercolor in this step by step watercolor painting tutorial! Clouds are one of the most fun subjects to paint.
February 15, 2020
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11 Beginner Watercolor Painting Techniques & Useful Tips
Watercolor is a wonderful medium. It can be tricky, but it is well worth the time you invest into learning easy watercolor painting techniques. It
February 3, 2020
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Painting With Color and Light – Color Shading Light & Shadow Techniques
Light and shadow is a central component to painting as it is what makes up the light and dark areas of a work. For example,
February 2, 2020
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Which of these Painting Easels for Adults are Right for You?
Here, I will be going over a list of 10 great different types of painting easels. All painters have different needs from their easel. This
January 17, 2020
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Caravaggio the Painter- a Closer look at his Life and Art
Caravaggio the painter’s full name was Michele Angelo Merigi da Caravaggio, however, we will just refer to him as Caravaggio. His paintings combine an incredibly
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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5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Finishing a Painting
What to do before finishing a painting? This can be a big looming question in painting as it can often be difficult to know when
December 21, 2019
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