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5 Tips for Drawing on Toned Paper
Regarded as one of the foremost masters of figure drawing in America, Daniel Maidman has spent several decades grappling with the challenges and opportunities of drawing from life. Read his advice for drawing on toned paper in this guest blog post.
“Museum Studies” Teach the Language of Art
For five years, three days a week, Bradley Stevens participated in a "daunting" program for artists that allowed him to study and copy Old Master works in prominent museums. Learn about his "Museum Studies" series here.
Tangled Hierarchies
In his narrative oil paintings, Jay Senetchko invites the viewer to navigate a maze of strange loops. Tangled hierarchies of communal polytely and historical referencing conflate past, present, and future.
Realism Ambassador of the Week: Safia Khilji
Meet this week’s top Realism Today Ambassador, Safia Khilji.
One to Watch: Sara Scribner
Featuring otherworldly environments and mystical motifs, Scribner's paintings create a sweeping sense of being in another time or place, perhaps even in a dream.
Figure Drawing and Economy of Line
What if you had to pay for every line you drew? Learn how this artist uses "Penny Lines" and "Dollar Lines" to give each mark a hierarchy of importance.
My Favorite Acrylic Painting Techniques
Chantel Barber is known for her expressive paintings. In this guest blog post, she shares some of her favorite (and surprising) acrylic painting tips and techniques.
An Artist’s Romance with the Wild
How Dustin Van Wechel's love of the Rocky Mountain West finds its way onto canvas. Bonus: Includes a step-by-step oil painting demonstration.
Fondness and Fright: The Sunflower as a Symbol in Art
Growing up during the Chinese Cultural Revolution led to dreams and memories that are the foundation of Victor Wang's mixed media portraits.
On “Acceptance” and More: Oil Paintings by John Rowe
"For an artist it is very gratifying to discover and share the wonder and beauty that is present in everyday life." John Rowe takes us behind the scenes of three of his paintings.