What Colors Make Orange & How to Make Shades of Orange Color
Are you fascinated by the wide range of orange colors that exist in nature? Do you dream of capturing them on canvas but find yourself
August 5, 2023
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How to Make the Color Green – Shades of Green Color Mixing Guide
This green color mixing guide, will show you how to make green in detail. Along with what colors make green when mixed. So that you will know exactly how to make the color green that you want to create. Without any further ado, let’s get into what colors make green when mixed together!
July 28, 2023
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Gain Freedom in Your Painting (by Embracing Your Mistakes)
Embracing your painting mistakes, can have profound benefits. As artists, we often strive to create “good” paintings, but this kind of mindset hinders our growth
July 23, 2023
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How to Establish Dynamic Color Values When Painting with Color
Being able to articulate the value of color in your painting is vital for bringing your work to life. However, mastering color and light in
July 13, 2023
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What is a Motif in Art? Unveiling the Power of a Good Motif
Choosing the right motif for your painting can make or break its success. It’s a crucial decision that requires a deeper understanding of what a
July 3, 2023
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How to Mix Blue Gray Paint Colors for Your Painting
Gray-blue paint colors can be a dynamic addition to paintings, serving as a middle ground between two colors. By incorporating these shades, artists can achieve
June 18, 2023
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What Colors Make Blue and How to Make Shades of Blue Color
Blue’s versatility makes it one of the most commonly used colors on a painter’s palette – and expanding your ability to create various shades of
June 14, 2023
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Painting From a Photo vs Real Life: 5 Things You Need to Know
The use of photography as reference material for painting is a controversial topic in the world of art. Some artists argue that it is wrong
June 13, 2023
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Mastering the Art of ‘How to Simplify’ Values in Your Painting
We often hear the phrase ‘the simpler, the better’, this could not be more true when it comes to creating tonal values in painting and
June 6, 2023
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