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Watercolor plus Architecture equals WOW

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Cherie Haas, Online Editor

Watercolor artist Amy Park shares how she uses a reference photo to paint a building in the city. Plus, a free video preview of Soon Y. Warren’s newest DVD! Full Article

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Don’t Mean to Be Negative, But…

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Cherie Haas, Online Editor

Pin Oak Forest, negative painting, Linda Kemp

Abstract artist Linda Kemp is known for her nature-inspired “negative painting” techniques, in which she creates specific shapes. Learn about her technique in this exclusive interview, and through her newest DVD. Full Article

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Three Creativity Challenges to Improve Your Art

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Cherie Haas, Online Editor

Parasol, watercolor painting by Keiko Yasuoka

Keiko Yasuoka’s paintings take you to many places. Winter mountain ranges, a busy evening in San Fancisco, a sublime bay with sailboats waiting for dawn to break, just to name a few. And these are just her landscapes.
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How to Display Art on Paper

Posted on March 4, 2013 by hollyd

Wondering how to display art on paper? Get advice from the pros: Litsa Spanos, Chris Morris and Craig Valentine of Art Design Consultants; Paul Schaff of Wellage and Schaff Fine Art Services; Michael Chesley Johnson, pastel artist; Jean Pederson, watermedia artist; and Michael Skalka, Chairman ASTM D01.57. Full Article

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The Sketchbook Project: Online Gallery

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Brian Riley

Even though it is, in most cases, an artist’s least seen work (often by design), a sketchbook can offer the most intimate view into an artist’s process. It is there that moments of high creativity come to life in the … Full Article

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The Mountains and Valleys of Creativity

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Cherie Haas, Online Editor

One of my favorite sayings is “we wouldn’t have mountains without the valleys.” Learn how Maggie Price’s newest book, Creative Freedom, can keep you inspired to create and stay on top of the mountain. Full Article

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What? Another freebie? Yes! Drawing with Charcoal, Graphite and Conté Crayons

Posted on February 9, 2013 by Cherie Haas, Online Editor

A Guide to Drawing with Charcoal, Graphite and Conte Crayons

Who doesn’t love something that’s free? Today we bring to you a free download from one of The Artist’s Magazine’s most popular article series, Mediapedia, which is an encyclopedia of art media. The focus? How to draw with charcoal, graphite and Conté crayons. Full Article

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Direct Painting Route | By Michael Chesley Johnson

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Cherie Haas, Online Editor

direct route painting 2, begin blocking in

You’ve decided to take up oil painting. You’ve done your research and assembled a starter set of paints, mediums, brushes and so forth, but there’s a problem. Just how, you wonder, do you go about creating a work in oil? Full Article

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Homemade Gesso Recipe for a True Gesso Panel

Posted on January 31, 2013 by hollyd

Koo Schadler takes you through the process of making homemade gesso and gesso panels. Included in her instructions are supply lists, a gesso recipe and instructions on how to apply gesso on wood or hardboard panels. Full Article

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Inspired: The Free Digital Creativity Magazine for All Your Art Project Ideas

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Jessica Canterbury, Managing Editor

A free digital magazine all about creativity? Yes, please! The second edition of Inspired features art ideas, creative activities for limited amounts of time and beautiful artwork for the season. Full Article