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Acrylics Cheat Sheet

Practice basic acrylic painting techniques

Nov 13 •

Pen and Ink Cheat Sheet

Basic pen mark-making techniques and a bit about ink wash

Nov 11 •

Behind the Scenes: Aaron Blaise Livestream

A day in the studio of painter, animator, director, and mentor Aaron Blaise

Aug 17 •

Studio Tour With Ronnie Williford

Art, history, watercolors, and the pitter-patter of raindrops on the roof of Ronnie Williford’s Florida studio

Aug 6 •

Magic, Color, Flair: the World of Mary Blair

A look at John Canemaker’s book about the pioneering designer, illustrator, and art director.

Jul 9 •

Sketching a Stone Smokehouse

Using mixed media on tan paper to create an old-timey feel

Jul 1 •

New: Free Articles Collection

I made a new collection of articles which are always free for everyone.

May 12 •

Beautiful Savannah, Part 1

Travel with my friends and me to beautiful Savannah, Georgia! In part one, we settle in and eat some good Mexican food before resting up for a long day…

Mar 10 •

Drawing a 1969 Ford F250 Camper in Ink

Drawing America hosts an informal and informative online session with Denver-based sketch artist Paul Heaston.

Feb 16 •

Fixing a Weak Painting

A rushed, cold weather landscape is finished in the warmth of the studio.

Feb 7 •

Book Review: The Artist’s Guide to Sketching by Gurney and Kinkade

James Gurney and Thomas Kinkade’s classic sketching guidebook is refreshed and expanded in the newest edition, coming to booksellers February 25.

Jan 20 •

Tips for Writing an Arts Grant

Non-expert advice from the perspective of an arts grant panelist

Nov 13, 2024 •

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