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Tip to Develop Artistic Style

Many artists talk about their personal style as if it was the “be all and end all” of success. I contend that even if an artist consistently mimics the work of another, in time they develop their own personal style. … Continue reading →

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Art Tips to Improve Confidence

It’s always best for artists to critique their own work and not seek the views of others. When they seek advice it probably means they’re not sure where the fault lies. There are six important areas that should be considered: … Continue reading →

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Tip: How to Use Spattering Wisely for Texture

When you flick paint from a brush onto a painting, it is spattering. This is done to create texture in your painting, and if done in moderation, it can add additional entertainment as well as give an impressionistic effect. It doesn’t … Continue reading →

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Art Featuring the Southwest

For many years, Frederic Sackrider Remington’s bronze sculpture, Bronco Buster, has set atop my library bookcase. I’ve always been fascinated by artist depicting cowboys and Indians. I was born in New Mexico, hardly more than sixty years after sheriff Pat … Continue reading →

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The Secret of Texture in Your Work of Art

The secret of texture when painting is to focus on the important and not small details. Every texture demands a different manner of painting, just as every object has its own unique surface. Is it rough, or is it slippery … Continue reading →

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Tips to Create The Special Magic of Watercolors

When painting with watercolors, the colors you mix will be determined by the pigments you use. However, the most important ingredient in the mixture is water. Keep in mind, the artist controls the range of any color, from the darkest … Continue reading →

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A Painting to Remember

“My dad has a painting in a museum,” I often tell people. It is true. I don’t know if it’s stored away in the basement along with other lost treasures, or what. As far as how often it was ever … Continue reading →

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Watercolor~The Medium With a Diabolical “Action”

Pilots and watercolorists have much in common: they’re flying on their own and nothing can help them but their thorough knowledge of their craft~ John Pike If you are attempting to paint with watercolor, great adventures and excitement lie ahead, … Continue reading →

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How Artists Find Their Niche

How bad do you want it?~Richard D. Burton An artist must have an idea of what they wish to portray. Wouldn’t it be great if from some source of magic you were able to depict exactly what you wanted, perfect … Continue reading →

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Tips: The Thrill of Experimenting

When you toss a coin, it will not always land on heads. Not all paintings will be a masterpiece~Lynn Burton Tip: Have fun with your art. Of all the thrill of painting, experimenting with your art and talent can create … Continue reading →

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