This Week: 7/31 through 8/6

Published on Jul. 31st 2011


Monday in Video Tutorials - Linda Baker will demonstrate how to simply and easily “fix” any painting that has two or more visually competing elements. As you’ll see, Linda’s teaching style is amazingly easy to follow, and her final results speak for themselves.

Tuesday in Art Opinion - Landscape painter Malcolm Ludvigsen has sent in a wonderful article extolling the perils and pleasures of plein air painting. Among other things, he’s includes some excellent plein air painting tips, and quite a few lovely examples to look at, too.

Wednesday in Featured Artists - Drop in to see a few absolutely gorgeous sun-drenched watercolor paintings by Ukrainian-born artist, Yevgenia Watts. Plus, feel free to submit your own artwork to be featured on EE as well.

Thursday in Artist Interviews - Mark Langan will be answering questions about his unique, three-dimensional corregated cardboard artwork, as well as his success in promoting his work to corporations and businesses.

Friday in Marketing Tips - At the end of the week, Tanya Torres will share some of the steps she’s taken to market herself and her art, in her journey towards professional artist. Hopefully it will inspire and encourage you to do the same.

Last week’s articles on EmptyEasel:

VIDEO: How to Paint with a Palette Knife

Stay Away From “Sort Of”. . . Make Your Next Painting POP!

Raad Haddad: Photographic Nostalgia

Learn to Write A Quick, Effective Call To Action For Your Art Posts

How to Overcome Five Common Causes of Creative Block

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