Edvard Munch | How Isolation, Loss, and Anxiety Fueled his Art
A retrospective of this master artist Edvard Munch reveals themes of isolation and loss addressed throughout his entire career as an artist.
Author: Maria Woodie
Treat Yourself With Art Workshops and Retreats
Stepping back from the demands of everyday life can inspire leaps in creativity.
Discover How To Paint Sparkling Silver in Watercolor
Bring your silver subjects into focus and make them sparkle in watercolor with Soon Warren’s brilliant watercolor techniques.
Super Easy Hand Lettering Techniques with an Artful Spin
10 hand lettering techniques from A to Z that are simple to follow and fun to do from artist Joanne Sharpe.
Graphite Pencil Drawing Basics 101
When learning to draw with graphite pencil, knowing the fundamentals is key
Why Having a Dedicated Drawing Practice Is Key for All Artists
Regardless of your skill level, preferred medium or creative process, drawing is key.
A Beginner’s Guide to Drawing Facial Features
Drawing Faces: An easy step-by-step guide to drawing eyes, lips, noses, chins, cheeks, teeth, eyebrows and more by Artist Lee Hammond.
How to Find Your Artist Ancestors
Who's inspired your passion for art? Artist Annie O'Brien Gonzales refers to these individuals as our Artist Ancestors. Here is how to find yours!
20 Pastel Works and Words of Wisdom from 20 Award-Winning Artists
Here are 20 of our favorite pastel works by 20 top artists. Take a look, soak up some inspiration and then enter your own pastel art in the 20th Annua…
5 Pastel Color Palettes for 5 Floral Favorites
Artist Jude Tolar shows how to make color decoding easy with these five pastel color palettes perfect for capturing the vibrancy of your favorite flo…
Erasing the Street Art Stigma | Why Painting in the Streets Works
Two organizations share why they invested in street art, the impact they have in the community and the legacy they will leave.
Taking Your Unresolved Painting from Potential to Prizewinning Art
Sometimes a little distance and a new perspective can shift a painting from the realm of “potential” to “prizewinner.”
Light it Up, Up, Up — The Power of Contrast in Art
We delve into what makes contrast so mesmerizing, the striking opposition of light and dark, and how artists can use it to create stronger paintings.
Anne Packard’s Ethereal Landscapes | Where Image and Imagination Merge
Over the course of six decades, contemporary artist Anne Packard has honed her creative voice into an inspired convergence of image and imagination.
Painting Texture | How to Create Realistic Architecture in Your Art
Artist Andrew S. Conklin shows a building's texture and art-deco style through a painterly step-by-step.
Start with Armatures When Learning to Draw Figures
When it comes to learning how to draw people, starting as simple as possible ensures success. And what is simpler than drawing armatures, or glorified…