I’ve drawn the value sketch for the painting that I hope to create in watercolor. Before paint hits the paper, there are several things I am considering. What am I trying to accomplish? How realistic do I want it to … Continue reading
Having an area of interest is essential~Lynn Burton The area that attracts the viewers eye to a work of art, is something called the “focal point” or center of interest. Having an area that an artist places emphasis in their … Continue reading
Watercolor is as lively, spontaneous, and engaging as it is beguiling and unpredictable. It is medium with a determination of its own. An artist that wishes to conquer this medium must do so with earnest effort, patience, and hard work. … Continue reading
I’m always fascinated by the crisp look of a well executed pen and ink drawing. I can say from experience that it takes talent and patience learning to master the many strokes, dots, vertical or horizontal hatching, continuous line, curved … Continue reading
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
From time to time, Art Center Information prefers to refer our visitors to some selected past blog posts. Since most of our fans are artists or people that are interested in art, our passion is to progress art through … Continue reading
The word drawing seems to be one that most professionals and students use freely, but which no two ever seem to use in quite the same way. Drawing is a subject to be learned, practiced and understood. With drawing, whether … Continue reading
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
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
We are glad to see Mr. Burton’s return to Art Center Information after a few weeks hiatus. After he posted the previous blog discussing his work on his preliminary graphite sketch, he has finally finished the composition (at left). He … Continue reading
