One landmark spotted on a trip along Route 66 is shown in "Western Motel," shown here. In this carefully rendered piece ...
“The power of creation in art, and even more in Realism, is such a powerful tool that we have as human beings."
Throughout history, artists have supplemented their incomes by painting murals. Here, Robert Bucknell shares how he made a living doing mural commissions for decades.
"My way of seeing the world and painting it in simplicity and purity is my way of honoring 'a country girl's eccentricity,'" says artist Mary Pettis.
Olumide Oresegun shares the stories behind three of his large-scale realist figurative art paintings. "I’m always inspired by different cultures and celebrations among Nigerian women around the globe."
ICYMI: Art is a deeply personal journey, and for many artists, finding their authentic voice can be a challenging yet rewarding process. In a recent discussion, two accomplished artists, Kami Mendlik and Carol Peebles, shared their insights on navigating the art world, developing a unique style, and growing their careers.
Welcome to Part 2 of a three-part series by Timothy Joseph Allen, MFA. The focus this week is: Quest for the Holy Grail of Flesh Tones.
Working from her home studio on Washington’s Vashon Island, Erin Schulz applies her artistic and scientific training to depicting everything from crashing waves and rusting tools to story-driven scenes ...
Before starting work on a larger painting, I wanted to make a more straightforward portrait of this bird to get to know it a little bit better.
“Simplicity in my works is sometimes almost overwhelming, because what I really want is a clear, distinct story that gives enough to the viewer,” says the artist Mark Pugh, who is on the faculty of Realism Live.