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Honoring Maritime History in Art
From historic battleships to modern sailing scenes, this look at American maritime art reveals how artists honor the nation’s seafaring legacy.
How Art Helped Me Break Through Loneliness and Fear
When I realized that ... I could voice my opinion or ideas visually when I felt silent otherwise, I decided to "use" my art with greater intent.
Painting of the Week: “Self-Thoughtrait”
As I began painting, I was filled with an array of thoughts and feelings while the blank area was also calling for attention, so I decided to include an essay as an integral part of the self-portrait.
Inspiring Artist: Christina Grace Mastrangelo
Using materials and techniques handed down through the centuries, Mastrangelo portrays the beauty of her world through a deeply attentive yet interpretative lens.
Why Self-Portraits Now?
Part of what makes painting a self-portrait interesting is that it has a mind of its own. You can sit down at the start and say (likely subconsciously), “I’m going to make a painting that portrays me in this way.” But often ...
Painting of the Week: “La Prairie de la Messe”
"La Prairie de la Messe" depicts the Jesuit missionary Pierre-Jean De Smet celebrating the first public Mass in present-day Wyoming at the close of the final Rocky Mountain Rendezvous.
Observing Life in Motion: Narrative Painting by Cody Kamrowski
Discover how Cody Kamrowski transforms everyday life into an expressive narrative painting, capturing overlooked moments with depth and meaning.
A Sepia Portrait by Oliver Sin, Step by Step
In this new demo, Oliver Sin shares his process and tips for creating a realistic sepia portrait, including common mistakes artists make in each stage of a portrait drawing.
In a Forbidden Moment: The Art of Painting Hands
Discover how Austrian artist Kurt Stimmeder explores the emotional and symbolic power of painting hands—using gesture as a psychological language in his evocative, figurative works.
Being Real
The realistic drawings of Sara Gallagher sometimes come with an asterisk, actual fine print that defines what she does in case someone might be confused.