Winter Painting Tips: Depicting Snow with Different Mediums
There is nothing more beautiful than a fresh field of pure white snow. If you are an artist, this is just the kind of scene you might hope to capture in a painting. Unfortunately, while it may seem easy, snow is actually fairly difficult to depict realistically. Keep reading to receive some helpful tips for depicting snow with different artistic …
Two Simple Ways to Thin Acrylic Paint for a Unique Look
Acrylic paint is a versatile medium that many artists love to use. Not only does acrylic paint come in a wide variety of vibrant colors, but there are also a number of acrylic mediums that can be used to change the paint in different ways. For example, there are two ways in which you can thin acrylic paint to create …
Simple Tips for Mastering Composition
When you see a beautiful work of art it is easy to focus on the image itself, not realizing just how much work goes into creating that beauty. One of the most effective tools an artist can use to create pleasing imagery is composition, or the way in which the components of the image are arranged. Keep reading to learn …
Why is Sketching So Important for an Artist?
Every artist has his or her own preferred medium and unique style. Regardless what type of art you like to create and the materials with which you like to create it, you should make sure to maintain (and continue to develop) your sketching skills. Keep reading to learn why sketching is important for artists and to receive some tips for …
Understanding the Basics of Color Theory
While every artist has his or her own unique style, color theory is something that every artist uses. Whether or not you have been formally trained, you probably have some idea of how certain colors work together and how they can be used. In this article you will learn the basics of color theory which can help you to become …
Tips for Getting Your Art Picked Up by a Gallery
Unless you have already made a name for yourself, your best bet for being “discovered” as an artist is to get your work featured in a gallery. What you may not realize is that there is a science, a plan, that successful artists follow in terms of what kind of art they show in galleries and which galleries they choose. …
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