This artwork is my homage to the artists—those unsung heroes who filled the void with beauty and meaning. While the world stayed home, they created: songs we played on repeat, movies that helped us escape, images that gave us hope.
Discover the contemporary figurative art of JaFang Lu, who studied at the City College of New York University, Art Students League of New York, the New York Academy of Art, and Studio Incamminati.
Find inspiration for painting with oil in the following excerpt from Robert Johnson's classic book, "On Becoming a Painter."
Painting with pastels is a way to invite playfulness and creativity into your art practice. Here, Aaron Schuerr explains how to have fun with this medium while creating a sophisticated painting.
Ten tips to enhance your art workshop experience and unleash your artistic potential, plus advice for first-time jitters and finding the right class for you.
Discover how digital painting is transforming the art world by blending traditional techniques with modern technology. Insights from industry veterans reveal the evolving role of digital tools in animation and fine art.
In this free video lesson, discover how Notan value studies and digital painting can transform your artwork by simplifying shapes and enhancing composition.
Check out what these artists and jurors have to say about winning art competitions, including what catches a juror's eye and how to put your best foot forward.
Contemporary realism artist Patricia Tribastone shares her inspiration and process for the still life painting "Roses and Copper" (oil, 20 x 16 in.).
Congratulations to Benjamin Kendall, whose work has been recognized in the monthly PleinAir Salon. Discover the inspiration, challenges, and process behind Benjamin Kendall’s award-winning pool painting, “Contemplating.” From capturing the nostalgia of summer to mastering the movement of water, he shares his journey, creative struggles, and the satisfaction of winning in a competitive category.