Gouache is different from all other kinds of paints due to the fact that the colors have a somewhat opaque appearance; it is opaque and uses gum Arabic to attain its binding properties. The opaque appearance of the paint can …
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There is that big white space in front of you. It is waiting for you to fill it with your creative outpouring. The problem is you have no idea of what to paint. That white canvas is looming larger, ever …
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Are you familiar with the term egg tempera? Surprisingly enough this technique is not widely known, however it is making a comeback when artists realize the fantastic techniques that are available with this form of paint. The other surprising fact …
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Nowadays, artists use numerous mediums to produce quality art. Airbrushing is a unique technique that many artists are using more frequently. An airbrush is a small tool that uses air to spray various liquids by a process of nebulization. These …
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Fabric paint is a fun and easy way to create a unique piece of clothing or home decor. You don’t need many materials, and it doesn’t take a lot of skill or practice. But, the amount of fun and creative …
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A good cook will spice up a recipe, adding complexity to the flavors. An artist can do the same with a small measure of well-placed texture. Texture adds impact and energy to a painting. The amount of texture will depend …
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Although oil paint has remained the premiere painting medium and the basic color formulations remain constant, the technology is vastly improved and quality controlled. The artist no longer concerns himself with grinding pigment, blending oils and minerals. Today an artist …
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Looking for some Fun, Creative Halloween Projects? Here we go… :) Worked in oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel or colored pencil, a Halloween themed painting can be a great way to get outside your typical comfort zone. This is a perfect …
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When something has been around as long as oil painting, there are more tips, tricks and guidelines than would be possible to catalogue in a mere article. That being said, this will be some common sense bits of advice for …
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Acrylic paint is so versatile and there are hundreds of techniques to learn. Some tips are those that a watercolorist may use. Others derive from the oil painter’s bag of tricks. That diversity is what draws so many artists to …
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Acrylic paints have become so very popular since its introduction into the public market in the 1950’s. For hundreds of years, the artist had to contend with the peculiarities of their chosen medium. The watercolorist had to contend with paintings …
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What kind of artist are you going to be? Do you see yourself painting translucent washes of color on creamy smooth paper, or are you standing at an easel boldly applying juicy globs of paint to a canvas? The chameleon-like …
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There are several types of painting mediums, each requiring slightly different techniques in order to best produce a desired look. This holds true with watercolors. To some, watercolor may be a fresh take on painting, as it does not require …
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Acrylic Painting is a very versatile and fast drying type of paint. There are numerous brushes, texture paints, colors, and techniques to make acrylic painting easier. It is important to remember that acrylic dries very quickly and maintaining proper care …
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Watercolors are an excellent introductory medium for aspiring creative people looking to add a new colorful dimension to their art pieces. Guide book techniques talk about the different techniques for advanced watercoloring, but the essence of the processes still revolves …
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Colors are the basic building blocks of painting. Color is the visual representation of different wavelengths of light. History reports that in the early 18th century Isaac Newton developed the first color circle when studying the effect of prisms and …
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A beginning watercolor artist needs to learn how to mix paints, both on the palette, and with layers. Both watercolor painting techniques are used regularly, and becoming adept in both takes practice and experimentation. Working With Color In order to …
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