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Nature’s Communication With Artists

For the artist, communication with nature remains the essential condition. The artist is human; himself nature; part of nature within natural space~Paul Klee If an artist develops an attitude to the natural world of attentively having a modest view of … Continue reading →

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Should You Paint Trees Over a Painted Sky?

We called one of our Golden Members of Art Center Information, artist Lynn Burton, and asked him a questions that we have been hearing from some of our students. As you may know, Lynn is the brother of our founder … Continue reading →

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Light Sources

There are at least three ways to light a scene: from a source shining outside a picture, from a light inside the picture that you can easily see, or from inside the scene that’s concealed from view~James Gurney (Color and … Continue reading →

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Tips for Watercolorists: Color, Brushes, and Paper

Watercolors can be divided into two kinds: transparent and opaque. The distinction is imperfect because some pigments, classed as transparent, are less transparent, that is to say more opaque, than others. What are called transparent colors are those composed of … Continue reading →

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Should You Paint With Overcast Light or Bright Sunshine?

“Most people like sunny, cloudless days, but artists and photographers often prefer the soft illumination of a cloud-covered sky.”~James Gurney Artist, Lynn Burton, elected to paint Blue Mountain Cottage in overcast light (left). This gave him the benefit of  the … Continue reading →

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Ideas for Framing Your Artwork

I recently read an article in one of my favorite magazines, the Artist’s. The article is in the April, 2013 issue. Each month the magazine covers helpful tips and art interviews. I highly recommend any serious artist to subscribe to … Continue reading →

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