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“Only Connect” (Thoughts On Art and Tea)
Because tea is never just about tea, Fiona Carvell put out a call for tea pots to be used for a special still life painting. The results were ...
A Still Life in 7 Steps
This step-by-step oil painting demonstration begins with a block-in of darks and lights to establish the value range, then ...
Painting Portraits: Strength Through Abstraction
One of the most common characteristics of my work is the abstract background. I use it to give power to the subject and weight to the painting. Here’s how I do it—and why.
Painting of the Week: “Beach Scene III”
This week's featured painting is a watercolor by Burton Silverman, who has been exhibiting his work for 70 years.
Figurative Art, Fireflies, and the Art of Design
When approaching a painting, this concept of fireflies can help the artist understand how one’s eye is naturally led around a subject.
Composing in Paint: Representational Portraits
At the heart of Roure’s virtuosity are his draftsmanship through constant sketching of tonal studies, and the empathy he so evidently feels with his sitters.
Advice for Painting Watercolor Realism Still Lifes
A conversation on process, planning, design principles, and where artists should focus their studies.
Experimenting with Painting on Copper: “Twins”
There is a lot of superb contemporary realism being made these days; this article shines light on a gifted individual who enjoys painting on copper.
Things Don’t Come Easy
Listen to a recent episode of The Unvarnished Podcast with Ryan Brown, featuring CEO, publisher, and artist Eric Rhoads. In it, they discuss the challenges of being an artist and doing what you love, and much more.
Still Life Painting of the Week: Sweet Kajari
"It is a bit of magic that with nothing but a squeeze of paint and some good brushes, you can tell a story."