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Paintings Inspired by the Cosmos and More
Figurative realists Sara and Shane Scribner share their inspiration: Sara, for her "Nightfall" series of paintings of women who have found a place of calm and introspection within the looming nightfall; and Shane, for his paintings highlighting light and contrast.
Get More Out of Viewing Art
"Standing before a painting can become more like stepping outside and looking up at the sky at night," says Paul Rosiak, "as your eyes slowly acclimate, a world emerges."
On Drawing Harbingers of Seasonal Change
How do you capture the nature of birds in flight and at rest? Michael Dumas shares both his inspiration and his process for his winning work, "Fox Sparrow Study."
Watercolor Live, Changing Lives
How artists from all over the world are learning from master artists in real time, making new friends throughout the painting sessions, and getting through an unforgettable time together - through art.
Hyperrealism Spotlight: “Wet Hair”
Congratulations to Johannes Wessmark, whose hyperrealism paintings have been recognized in the monthly PleinAir Salon.
Movie Documents the Lives of Five Working Artists
Nathan Ives, director of “Somewhere in the Middle,” takes us behind the scenes of his new movie, which raises the question about what it means to be a “successful” artist.
Kloosterboer on Creative Time
Take a journey with Lorena Kloosterboer, who takes you through her creative process, from the inception to the completion of a still life painting.
How I Got Into My First Art Gallery
In addition to getting over the intense fear of just putting your work out there, there are certain steps you can take to find the right art galleries to represent you. Here's how one artist creates success.
Not Just a Self-Portrait
Canadian artist Sybiline explains how her painting, "My Precious," aims to represent her values, feelings, and creative universe.
Painting Composition 101: Tips From Huihan Liu
What should artists do to get their message across to the viewer? Huihan Liu explains how simplifying a painting before developing the narrative may be your key to a successful composition.