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On Painting Portrait Commissions, and More
Artist D.K. Richardson shares her process for painting portraits, including her underpainting techniques, her preferred varnish, overcoming the challenge of accurate proportions, and more.
Painting from Photographs: How the Advantages Outweigh the Disadvantages
In this full-length article, Nancy Tankersley explains the pros and cons of painting from photos. Bonus: Includes reference photos and the finished paintings.
Serenity Within Disunion
Learn about a self-taught realist painter whose autobiographical portraits use symbolism and highly detailed compositions to explore her struggle with social anxiety.
Drawing with Expression, Not Expectation
If you sketch often and don't feel too precious about the outcome, you can allow yourself to stop at whatever moment you like the drawing best, no matter the level of completion.
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."
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.
My Quarantine Self-Portrait Painting
Inspired by 19th century art, this artist loves to create representational paintings that include traditional symbols.
Art Inspiration: Seeking Balance
From guilt, exhaustion, and anxiety, to peace and balance, Ann Kraft Walker shares her personal journey: "Just as it takes discipline to show up at the easel and put in hours of focused work, it also takes discipline to ..."
Nature Morte: To Paint a Dead Bird
Fascinated with the beauty of birds in both life and death, this artist shares an essay on the "how" and "why" of her nature morte paintings.
Don’t Miss > 21 Holiday Gifts for Artists
From unique to practical, fun to functional, you'll find new gift ideas for artists in this roundup. Shop for a friend, or for yourself - we don't judge!