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Check out these #artistsoninstagram that you’ll want to follow for a daily dose of art inspiration from the world of contemporary realism.

Congratulations to Nikita Budkov, whose work was recently recognized in the bi-monthly PleinAir Salon. Learn more about the art competition here!

New Program for Artists: Atelier Dojo offers students extensive courses in practicing figurative art from direct observation and mastering formal techniques, enabling students to better deliver the unique vision of their own work.

Meet this week’s top Realism Today Ambassador, Traci Wright Martin.

In this guest blog post, Katie Swatland shares a painting demonstration that illustrates how to use brushwork to capture the energetic signature of your subject, as well as brushwork exercises to unlock more possibilities for your art.

Meet this week’s top Realism Today Ambassador, August Burns.

Enjoy a visual recap of the Figurative Art Convention & Expo, including portrait painting demonstrations and figurative art presentations, featuring Dan Thompson, Teresa Oaxaca, Casey Baugh, Daniel Greene and Wende Caporale, and so many more of your favorite artists working today.

“One of the frustrations with being an artist is hitting the proverbial ‘plateau,’ and if not handled correctly, such plateaus can make or break your artistic confidence,” says realist painter Tony Pro. Here are some of his tips to help you get past these bumps in the road to good painting.

Sculptor John Fisher shares an essay on the importance of interdisciplinary study in figurative art.

From the model’s clothing to the background setting, learn how David Tanner uses various elements to create an engaging narrative painting.