How can we as artists find the “who am I?” within us? Trying to find the originality, or voice, in our art is the great quest of many artists. Nearly every successful artist has a particular interest or passion that … Continue reading
Although I came from a family of artists, and art has always been high priority in my life, most of my training is self taught through the aid of art books and internet courses. These helped me a lot, no … Continue reading
I’ve always been in awe of artists that depict a mood or create an emotion in their paintings, while remaining realistic enough, yet not restricted by rules defining what something should look like. Most of my life I spent in … Continue reading
If an artist desires to find out who they are in the art world, they must find their own voice. They must create the discipline to do the work–the hard work–work that is truly interesting and has longevity, work that … Continue reading
Wouldn’t it be great to find a museum where they feature more than 150 works by artists that were active in the late 19th and early 20th century and recapture the revolutionary Impressionist movement? Those that live in the Pittsburgh, … Continue reading
For the past few days we have discussed the wonderful and exhilarating world of collage. I’ve challenged you to open your mind, let your juices flow and freely express yourself in the most creative manner. A collage is a picture made … Continue reading
Collage: A technique of art production used mostly in visual arts, where the artwork is created from an assemblage of different forms that creates a new whole. TIP~Remember, less is more. Use enough material to add interest but not over … Continue reading
The arrival of new art materials and mediums, such as acrylics, and the creation of new techniques in collage, print, and photographic processes has seen an increase in mix media art and helped to relax attitude toward experimentation for the … Continue reading
To go directly to the article of a given day, click on the picture to the right of the day description. MONDAY, JULY 16:I had a drawing for the members of my newsletter, did it on a short YouTube video … Continue reading
Oil paints are made by grinding pigments with a drying or semi-drying vegetable oil such as linseed, safflower or poppy seed oil. The oil binding medium is responsible for the appearance and buttery feel of the paint. It also acts … Continue reading
