Creating movement in your painting sounds great—but what does that actually mean, and how do you do it? We all know you. . . read more
Muddy colors are an artist’s worst nightmare. What’s worse, it’s oh-so-easy to create muddy color. All it takes. . . read more
If you’re new to hand-lettering, you’ve probably collected a few bullet-tipped markers. As shown in the first photo below, they have round tips—they're not chisel tipped (which make thick or thin letters depending on their angle) or pointed (which make thick or thin letters according to how much pressure you apply).
Instead, bullet-tipped tools make monoline. . . read more
For centuries, artists have told their students and proteges to invest in the best tools possible: the best marble and chisels,. . . read more
I’ve been doing a lot of colored pencil work on sanded pastel paper the last few weeks. Among the lessons I’ve learned is. . . read more
Most of us WANT to have online sales of our art, even if we don't particularly like managing a website or spending time away from our easels.
After all, an online presence gives us access to a global market. We can reach potential collectors even while doing other things, and that means a chance to generate extra income beyond brick-and-mortar galleries and local art. . . read more
So you’ve published a brand new email art class. The hard work is done! Now you can sit back and watch the bucks roll in as. . . read more
So you’ve decided to generate some additional income by selling your own art course by email. Good for you! You’ve. . . read more
Welcome to the second installment of my series on setting up and promoting your own email art class. Didn't read the first article? Take a moment to find why you might want to do an email art class and how to find ideas for your class.
OK, ready for Part 2? Let's get. . . read more
Every artist I know is looking for ways to increase their income. Often that means teaching art. Or finding new ways to teach. . . read more
Warm up exercises for drawing are shown in the photo above. On the left and center sheets, explore your pencils’ value range. . . read more