Painting of the Week: “Fresh Powder”
The following story features Edward Sprafkin, who will be joining us on the faculty of Acrylic Live, an online art event, March 25-27, 2026, with an Essential Techniques Day on March 24.
Painting of the Week: “The Man With a Fawn”
Émile Brunet (b. 1989, Montréal, Canada) employs the codes of Western Renaissance and Medieval art to present history and popular culture from common, yet...
The Conflict: A Painting … and the Human Experience
Contemporary artist Sílvia Marieta takes us through the meaning and process for her figurative art, specifically "The Conflict." Be inspired by her philosophy, and see the step-by-step development of "The Conflict" here.
Realism Highlights from Watercolor Live 2026
Think of learning art as play — as a creative adventure where frustration is part of the fun. Dive in, play, experiment, and let yourself grow. Remember: Talent isn’t some magical gift — it’s process + enthusiasm.
Painting From Life: Moire as Muse
"With Moire, I recognized early on that she had something unexplainable above the usual - in French called the ‘je ne sais quois’..."