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Painters throughout history have done master copy paintings as a form of learning and developing their skills. It is a powerful way to understand your
Diego Velazquez is one of the most well respected painters of all time. He has been revered and looked up to for hundreds of years.
One of the first painters I loved as an art student was John Singer Sargent. However, upon reflection, I loved him so much primarily because
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
When it comes to your artist studio one of the most important things to consider is lighting. Good artist lighting for painting is essential for
Fine artists are visual poets. Every color choice has an impact on what the painting says. But what is a color story? And more importantly,
When it comes to painting (and drawing), there exists a broad spectrum of values to explore and work with. However, for a more refined approach,
In the world of fine art painting techniques have evolved over the years, with some fading into the past and others taking center stage. Indirect
Have you ever encountered the term “underpainting” and wondered about its significance? Whether it’s an essential technique for every painting to incorporate? And how does
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