Rather than rhetorical questions, this still life painting is intended to spark conversations among those who view it.
When approaching a painting, this concept of fireflies can help the artist understand how one’s eye is naturally led around a subject.
At the heart of Roure’s virtuosity are his draftsmanship through constant sketching of tonal studies, and the empathy he so evidently feels with his sitters.
There is a lot of superb contemporary realism being made these days; this article shines light on a gifted watercolor artist.
Demystify the role of transparency and opacity in your oil paints for better results on the canvas.
There is a lot of superb contemporary realism being made these days; this article shines light on a gifted individual who enjoys painting on copper.
What now? Where do we go from here? If there aren’t any rules in art, how do we know where to start?
There are many other ways to mold your reference to have better manners as an aid in painting, but we must always remember that ...
In 2020, at the height of the BLM movement, a woman named Saraa Kami contacted Oosterlee to say how much she admired her art, and also to ask why it never ...
Jill Stefani Wagner walks us through her process of taking a pastel painting that didn't work out originally but still has potential and turning it into a work to be proud of.