Watercolor

Creativity Workshop: Beyond the Ordinary

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Develop new ways of seeing your work by using Photoshop in the composition process.

Felicity House: Travel Paintings

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

British artist Felicity House sets sail--sketchbook and watercolors in tow--recordig the world she discovers in her loose, impressionistic paintings.

A Look Back: Paul Jackson

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

For more than 10 years, Paul Jackson has been a frequent contributor to The Artist's Magazine and Watercolor Artist.

7 Eco-Friendly Art Products

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Help save the earth—right from your workspace—with these eco-friendly products.

Online Video: Inside Joseph Zbukvic's Sketchbook

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Joseph Zbukvic is a strong believer in the benefits of painting on location. Watercolor Artist offers a peek inside his sketchbook.

Mixing Watercolor Greens

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how to mix lively and diverse greens in watercolor with a free downloadable PDF from artist Cathy Johnson.

Online Competition Winners & Bryce Cameron Liston

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Online Competition and Bryce Cameron Liston

Creativity Workshop: The Best of Both Worlds

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Bev Jozwiak shows you how to have it all by going from dark and dramatic to light and loose in the same painting with her Creativity Workshop activity.

Ann DeLaurentis Watercolor Gallery

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

View the artist’s urban- and nature-inspired watercolors in this online gallery.

The Four Elements of a Watercolor Sketch

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Watercolor Artist offers a free download of David R. Becker's article on the importance of sketching.

Chinese Watercolor Artist Guan Weixing

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Enjoy this beautiful and inspiring gallery of work from renowned Chinese watercolor artist Guan Weixing, who was featured in the April 2009 issue of Watercolor Artist.

Art Clinic Chickadee

Wed, 01 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

How to create a unified design in watercolor.

Milford Zornes Still Going Strong at 100

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

An excerpt from an interview with the living legend that ran in the Watercolor Artist February 2008 issue.

Watercolor Artist Online Exclusive: Trip of a Lifetime

Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Andy Evansen shares insights from his plein air painting trip to China in this Watercolor Artist online exclusive article.

Creativity Workshop: Beyond the Ordinary Responses

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

See how Watercolor Artist readers responeded to watercolorist Nicholas Simmons' challenge to use Photoshop in the composition process.

Creativity Workshop: Get Real, but Not Too Real

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Focus on the basics to harness the creative power of simplification.

Sharon Towle Gallery

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Enjoy a bonus gallery of watercolor artist Sharon Towle's sun-drenched still lifes.

Free Digital Sample: Watercolor Artist, April 2009

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Download a free sample of Watercolor Artist's April 2009 issue.

A Watercolorist's Use for Gesso

Sat, 29 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Can I use gesso to prepare stretched canvas for water media?

Focal Point Vs. Center of Interest

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Greg Albert, our Art Clinic expert, explains the difference between the concepts of focal point and center of interest in a painting and how they can work together for a stronger work of art.

Step-by-Step Watercolor Demonstration: Low and High Contrast

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

See step-by-step how Grant Fuller painted Two in the Mist, published in “Watercolor Essentials” in the June 2008 issue of Watercolor Artist.

Creativity Workshop: Play It Again

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

M.E. "Mike" Bailey challenge you to paint in a series and experience the liberation to be found in confinement with his Creativity Workshop

John Salminen's Abstract Paintings

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Famous for his luminous watercolors of urban scenes, John Salminen explains why he also paints abstract pictures in mixed water media.

Painting Flowers Step by Step: Pansy Power

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 13:40:58 GMT

Watercolor artist Birgit O'Connor focuses on shape, shadow and color to transform a small pansy into a bold composition.

Brighten Up

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

How to turn your colors from bland to bold.

How to Paint a Water Drop

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Birgit O’Connor demonstrates how to paint a realistic water drop.

Painting Landscape Foliage

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how to paint landscape foliage in watercolor with a free downloadable PDF from artists David M. Band and Kevin Macpherson.

Susan Abbott: Anatomy of a Painting

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Susan Abbott takes readers behind the scenes of Elegy, a large-scale watercolor painting inspired by the events of 9/11.

Spring Nonfloral Paint-Off Winner

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

See the winner of the Spring Non-Floral challenge in the All-Media Paint-Off.

A Look Back: Serge Hollerbach

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

We look back at an artist who appeared in the early days of the magazine.

Creativity Workshop: Beyond the Brush

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Extend your reach by adding elements of collage to your watercolor paintings with Watercolor Artist's Creativity Workshop.

Discover Drybrush

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Use this simple technique to create texture.

Creativity Workshop: Best of Both Worlds Responses

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

See who responded to Bev Jozwiak's call to bring the best of both worlds into their watercolor paintings with our Creativity Workshop.

Getting Loose

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Eric Wiegardt demonstrates his process for painting loosely, as featured in the April 2008 issue of Watercolor Artist.

Sandrine Pelissier�s Watercolor Portrait Demonstration

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Download a step-by-step watercolor portrait demonstration by Sandrine Pelissier (featured in the August 2009 issue of Watercolor Artist).

The Thick and Thin of Acrylics

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Betsy Dillard Stroud experiments with two kinds of acrylic paints (featured in the October 2009 issue of Watercolor Artist).

2006 Art Competition Judges

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

View work from the judges of the 2006 Annual Art Competition.

Creativity Workshop: Got Rhythm Responses

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Find out how the winner's of our Creativity Workshop showed rhythm and style.

When is a Watercolor no Longer a Watercolor?

Sat, 29 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Would a watercolor piece be accepted in a gallery or museum if it were sealed with a coat of polyacrylic glaze instead of glass?

Welcome to the Creativity Workshop

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Bring a spark of creativity into your painting with Watercolor Artist's Creativity Workshop. Now you can will a $100 gift certificate by sending us your paintings.

Watercolor Artist's Ones to Watch

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

View works that are making a splash in the watermedia world.

Elizabeth Groves Step-by-Step Demonstration

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

See a step-by-step demonstration of Elizabeth Groves' painting, Sad Sarah, as featured in the April 2008 issue of Watercolor Artist.

2009 Ones to Watch Gallery

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

View watermedia works by 10 artists you should know.

Dean Mitchell's Art Studio

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Check out Dean Mitchell's New York loft-style art studio in Tampa, Florida.

Cole Carothers and �Projecting & Art�

Mon, 13 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Here are some pieces that didn’t appear in the the November 2006 issue of The Artist’s Magazine.

Constance LaPalombara: Oil Cityscapes

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

See more art from September 2009 feature artist Constance LaPalombara.

Botanical Painting

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Teasels and Berries (watercolor) is a lovely botanical painting that should inspire artists to explore this unusual and interesting genre.

Watercolor Demonstration: Painting Orchids

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Follow along step by step as Lian Quan Zhen, who was featured in the April 2009 issue of Watercolor Artist, demonstrates how to paint orchids using traditional Chinese brush painting techniques and learn how to incorporate the methods and aesthetics of this age-old process into your watercolor work.

The Right Watercolor Brush for the Job

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In these two articles, Cathy Johnson

Creativity Workshop: Simplify, Simplify

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

View our favorite entries from the December 2007 issue of Watercolor Magic's Creativity Workshop activity.

Watercolor Societies

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Get involved with a local watercolor organization.

My Favorite Brushes

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Birgit O'Connor's shares six of her personal favorite brushes

Paint Expressive Skies in Watercolor

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how to paint dramatic skies in watercolor with a free downloadable PDF from artist Evelyn Boren.

Creativity Workshop: The Secret to More Creative Portraits

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Bring creativity into your portraits by telling a story—and learn how to enhance the tale by using gouache as a tool.

Painting Sunlight in Watercolor

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how to paint sunlight in watercolor with a free downloadable PDF from artist Jeanne Dobie.

Carla O'Connor, Ed Sandoval and Milind Mulick

Fri, 01 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Carla O'Connor, Ed Sandoval and Milind Mulick

Step-by-Step Demo: Painting Stargazer Lilies

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:23:34 GMT

Paint stargazer lilies with watercolor artist Birgit O'Connor.

What�s Your Size?

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

How can I apply additional sizing to watercolor paper?

Fixative on Claybord

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

What fixative should I use for acrylics and watercolors on claybord?

Secrets to Painting Water in Watercolor

Tue, 19 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how to paint reflections in water with a free downloadable PDF from watercolor artist Penny Soto.

Douglas Wiltraut Gallery

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Douglas Wiltraut celebrates the mystique of a rural setting in this exclusive online gallery.

Creativity Workshop: Beyond the Brush Responses

Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

See how Watercolor Artist readers responded to our "Beyond the Brush" painting challenge.

60 Plus Artwork

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

See more work from artists featured in “Words of Wisdom” from the March 2009 issue of The Artist’s Magazine.

Artist of the Month: Colette Odya Smith

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

This competition finalist talks about how she scumbles her way to vibrant colors.

The Skinny on Paper Surfaces

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Learn the differences between hot-pressed, cold-pressed and rough papers.

Painting Flowers Step by Step: Multiple Stamens

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Birgit O'Connor works with the negative space to paint more lifelike flowers. s.

The Way to a Great Color Composition

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The most immediately striking feature of On the Way Home on Route 62 by Sheryll Collins is its wonderfully rich color—the bright oranges of the tree are a delight for the eye.

Painting Flowers Step by Step: Radiant Reds

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Learn to paint vibrant red parrot tulips with Birgit O'Connor.

Watercolor Demonstration: Painting a Dramatic Sky

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Beloved workshop instructor and featured artist in the October 2008 issue of Watercolor Artist, Mark Willenbrink demonstrates his process for painting expressive skies.

Watercolor Painting Framing Tips

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

An expert whose job it is to choose frames for paintings on display at a prestigious museum shares her best tips for matting and framing your watercolors.

Painting with Full-Strength Pure Colors

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

David Daniels shows you how to paint with full-strength pure colors as a free, downloadable PDF, mentioned in the February 2009 issue of Watercolor Artist.

Protect Your Paper

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

I store watercolor paper in the clear plastic bags that blankets are sold in, but I don’t believe they’re archivally safe.

Charles Reid on Planning Lost and Found Edges

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In the August 2009 issue of Watercolor Artist, Charles Reid shares his secrets for keeping your paintings fresh and loose. Here, he expounds on his process for painting lost and found edges.

Lighting Your Art Studio

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Learn the important functions to consider when you're choosing lights for your studio.

Mouse Potato

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

To artist, writer and instructor Jim Chapman, watercolor sketching is about catching a fleeting sense of time, place or thing. To show how he does so, he offers free lessons online.

Watercolor Demonstration: Painting a Snowy Sky

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Beloved workshop instructor and featured artist in the October 2008 issue of Watercolor Artist, Mark Willenbrink demonstrates his process for painting expressive skies.

Creativity Workshop: Creative Portrait Reader Responses

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Take a look at what readers just like you painted in response to Melissa Adkison's Creativity Workshop challenge to paint more creative portraits.

Watercolor Demonstration: Painting Flowers

Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Jane Freeman (featured in the August 2008 issue of Watercolor Artist) shows you how to achieve the perfect push and pull of colored petals in your florals.

The Business of Watercolor Illustration

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

With growth in the advertising and publishing industries, many watercolorists are finding success as illustrators in a freelance environment. Once you’ve thought it through and made the decision to pursue a freelance career, consider investing time in mastering your craft.

Saving Watercolors

Sat, 29 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

I have some tubes of dried up watercolor.

An American Painter in London

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

An American painter in London shares tips on taking reference photos and keeping a travel journal.

Best Protection for Watermedia

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Are there any alternatives to glass for protecting watercolor and other watermedia paintings?

J.M.W. Turner Combined the Real and the Romantic

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A look at what inspired a master.

Free Guide to Creating Gicl�e Prints

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Download a PDF on making your own prints.

Joseph Raffael: Random Thoughts and Painting Diaries

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The renowned artist shares random thoughts, journals, correspondence, conversation excerpts and some photos.

Download: A Lesson from Myrna Wacknov

Sat, 29 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Download a PDF document on working with Photoshop Elements to enhance the color in your reference photos.

Background Check

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The expressive energy of the falcon in the painting American Kestrel makes the work a success. Learn how a greater sense of depth could make the painting even better.

Creativity Workshop: Painting Off-Road

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Kathleen Maling challenges readers to learn how to paint their local environments by following the road not taken.

Take Better Reference Photos

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how to take better reference photos with a free downloadable PDF from watercolor artist Henry Dixon.

Susan Abbott Painting Journals

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Susan Abbott doesn’t go anywhere without a sketchbook. Take a sneak peek at some of the landscapes inspired by this intrepid artist’s journals.

Watercolor Artist Special Report: Art for Sale

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Download a free pdf of Micheal Chesley Johnson's guide to the art market.

Capturing the Essence of Summer Flowers

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Splatter masking fluid to preserve flower shapes.

Sandra Paynter Washburn and Jada Rowland

Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT

See more work by Jada Rowland and Sandra Paynter Washburn

Painting Expressive Skies

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Beloved workshop instructor and featured artist in the October 2008 issue of Watercolor Artist, Mark Willenbrink demonstrates his process for painting expressive skies.

Watercolor Artist 2008 Ones to Watch

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

See an additional gallery of work from the 2008 "Ones to Watch," as featured in the December 2008 issue of Watercolor Artist.

More From Milford Zornes

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Outtakes of Sylvia Megerdichian and Bill Anderson’s interview with Milford Zornes, the esteemed California painter who turned 100 on January 25, 2008.

The Lowdown on Gouache

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

How does gouache compare to transparent watercolor, and can they be used together?

Step-by-Step Miniature Painting Demonstration

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Gregory Raymond Halili, the featured cover artist in the December 2007 issue of Watercolor Magic, gives a step-by-step demonstration of one of his incredibly detailed watercolor miniatures.

Saving a Too-Dark Painting

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Layer acrylics or gouache over watercolors to salvage dark paintings

H.C. Dodd

Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT

See more artwork by H.C. Dodd.

Gallery: Chris Beck

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

With a flair for graphic design and a personal connection to her subjects, Chris Beck puts a unique spin on her cheerful still life paintings. Featured in the August 2009 issue of Watercolor Artist.

Ala Bashir, Grace Kim and Harold Gregor

Fri, 06 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Ala Bashir, Grace Kim and Harold Gregor

Making a Lively Black

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Forget trying to find the "right" black in a tube. Use these tips to create your own beautiful blacks.

Glazing Tips

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

You can use glazing as little or as much as you like in a painting. Take time to experiment and explore various combinations of color and how they react upon the paper. Before you begin here are a few tips to assist you.

Creativity Workshop: Hide and Seek Responses

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Find out who painted the top paintings in response to our "Hide and Seek" Creativity Workshop.

Where It�s At: Columbus, Ohio

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Take a virtual tour of Columbus, Ohio's artistic offerings, as featured in the April 2009 issue of Watercolor Artist Magazine.

Creativity Workshop: Background Check

Thu, 22 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Wendy Hill challenges you to add excitement and texture to your watercolor background using tools such as tea bags and coffee filters.

John Selleck

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

See more art from June 2008 feature artist John Selleck.

Wet-Into-Wet Bubbles

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Are bubbles in the paint a problem?

Creativity Workshop: Process Experiment

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Nancy Collins challenges you to discover new territories by experimenting with surfaces and painting processes.

Creativity Workshop: Background Check Winners

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

We've announced the winners of the June 2008 Creativity Workshop. See a gallery of the winning watermedia paintings and read about how Watercolor Artist readers are experimenting with the backgrounds in their paintings.

Creativity Workshop: Speedy Delivery Winners

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

View a gallery of paintings from the winners of Watercolor Artist's August 2008 Creativity Workshop winners.

Watercolor Step by Step With Joye Moon

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how to paint abstract florals in watercolor with a free downloadable PDF from artist Joye Moon.

Creativity Workshop: Hide and Seek

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Chica Brunsvold challenges artists to invite spunk and spontaneity into their work by allowing images to emerge from within the painting in her Creativity Workshop Activity.

Rachel Collins Watercolor Gallery

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Enjoy an exclusive online gallery of Rachel Collins' haunting watercolors of bones and flowers.

2007 Ones to Watch

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

As seen in the December 2007 issue of Watercolor Magic: the 2007 Ones to Watch.

Mixing it Big

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

How to mix large amounts of watercolor paint.

Entering Juried Watercolor Exhibitions

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

In the February 2009 issue of Watercolor Artist, we showcased the artists and paintings that won the top awards in several major juried watercolor exhibitions. Here they share what it means to win and how they deal with rejection.

Artist of the Month: Chris Beck

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

This Still Life finalist from the 24th Annual Art Competition was inspired by her mother's china cabinet.

2007 NWS Winners

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The National Watercolor Society has announced the winners of its 2007 exhibition.

Joyce Gabiou: A Passion for Painting

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Artist Joyce Gabiou takes readers inside the mind--and the process--of a watermedia collage artist.

Adjusting for Color Intensity that Changes as Watercolors Dry

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Why do my watercolors appear darker when they're wet?

Organic and Inorganic Pigment Characteristics

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Know the strengths and weaknesses of your pigments and learn to use them to their best technical and aesthetic advantage.

Creativity Workshop: Painting Off-Road Responses

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

View a gallery of paintings from the winners of Watercolor Artist's October 2008 Creativity Workshop.

Free Download: Guide to Workshops

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Download a free copy of Michael Chesley Johnson’s guide to workshops and find out how to get the most out of your workshop dollar.

Scraping By

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Learn a quick easy method for creating watercolor texture.

Improve Your Art: 20 Years of Tips and Tricks

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Don't miss 20 years' worth of tips and pointers from The Artist's Magazine.

Recycle, Reuse, Redeem: Free Downloadable Demo

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Before you throw your unsuccessful paintings away, download Mary Todd Beam's guide to reusing, recycling and redeeming.

Mixing Greens

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Tips for creating 25 luscious shades of green.

Storing Watercolor Paper

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A few tips for keeping this support safe.

Henry Dixon and Sy Ellens

Sat, 01 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Henry Dixon demonstrates the versatility of shadows; Sy Ellens teaches you to master three- and four-point perspective.

Donald Holden

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

See more art from September 2008 feature artist Donald Holden.

Jean Pederson

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

View more of Jean Pederson's artwork.

Creativity Workshop: Got Rhythm?

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Free yourself from the literal and introduce rhythmic patterns to make your compositions really sing with Eric Wiegardt's Creativity Workshop challenge.

The secret of gum arabic

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Add gum arabic to your watercolors for a vibrant new look.

Jacob Collins and Alex Powers

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

See oil, graphite and watercolor artwork by two artists, plus short bios.

Garden Angel Paint-Off Winner

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

See Dale Ziegler's winning watercolor.

Painting Grass

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the secrets to painting four different types of grass.

Applying Even Washes

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how to avoid streaks.

Sprinkling Snow

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

How to use salt to create snowy effects in your watercolors.

Glass in framing

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

How close can the framing glass be to the painting?

Focal-Point Power

Tue, 01 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

How a stronger focal point can improve nature scenes.

When a White is a White

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sorting out the difference between white pigments.

Preparing for Painting On Location

Sat, 29 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

I'm getting ready to take my first plein air painting workshop. What supplies will I need?

Buying the Right Paper

Tue, 01 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Do rice papers discolor with age?

Stretching Your Framing Options

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Is it possible to mount paper on a canvas stretcher?

Garden Variety

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Vermont artist Robert O’Brien shares his inspiration behind his stunning rural images.

Making Reflections on Glass

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Use masking fluid to save white areas for reflections.

Copying drawings onto watercolor paper

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Is waterproof ink available for home copiers?

Nava Grunfeld and Andrew Denman

Fri, 01 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT

More art from Nava Grunfeld and Andrew Denman.

Olive Ayhens and Scott Zupanc

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

See oil paintings by Olive Ayhens and watercolors by Scott Zupanc.

Basic Texturing Techniques

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Try these techniques to create textures in your paintings.

Torn to Pieces

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

How to fix ripped watercolor paper.

Painting a Commissioned Work

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A successful urban landscape artist shows you how she painted her most recent commisssion.

A Paper Primer

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Does 140-lb. paper have advantages over 300-lb. paper?

Exploring Watercolor

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Mother Nature describes herself to us in a plethora of forms, patterns and shapes. By mastering these texturing exercises, you can simulate the surface character that defines these natural shapes as well as the characteristics of human-made objects.

Moldy Watercolors

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Keep your paintings fungus-free.

Milford Zornes Video Tribute

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Watercolor Artist honors the amazing painter and his work in a video tribute.

Toning Down Too-Bright Colors

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how to gray down bright colors.

A Warm Welcome

Sat, 01 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT

A Warm Welcome