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People tell me all the time they have a hard time finishing the watercolor without getting all hard edges. Let me show you an old method--stretching paper--that also prevents hard edges. ...

As artists, we create art to be viewed and enjoyed. We do not paint to hide our art in a closet or under a bed. In some cases, we may be painting to sell to clients who want to enhance their home or business with wonderful works of art. Whether you paint ...

You hardly ever think of using a painting knife in watercolor, but a friend of mine many years ago showed me this, and his name is Charles Sharpe. I've enjoyed using a painting knife ever since then. ...

Watercolor painting has long been celebrated for its delicate and luminous qualities. Among the many techniques available to watercolor artists, the watercolor pouring technique stands out as a captivating method that yields mesmerizing results. This ...

Learn how to create gorgeous cyanotype images with Jacquard's super easy Cyanotype Sensitizer Set as well as their Pretreated Cyanotype Fabric Sheets. It's the perfect project for staying home and making art! You won't believe how easy it is to get stunning ...

In a world full of digital distractions, there's something inherently captivating about putting pen to paper to capture thoughts and emotions through the art of sketchbook journaling. This creative outlet not only serves as a visual diary but also fosters ...

Glass painting is an art form that can be adapted to be used in a variety of ways. Over the years, the technique, style, and purpose behind this art form have changed dramatically. In the process, new name variations have risen, including “stained ...

We’ve talked about art resin on this blog before, but we have a special post today that we think you’ll love! In this blog post, we’re going to show you two unique resin art ideas that we think anyone would enjoy making. You’ll get a step-by-step guide f ...

As the holiday season approaches, you may find yourself looking for the perfect gift for the artist in your life. This year, we recommend you skip the materialistic presents and instead give them something useful – art lessons! The best part? They ...

In my experience, the main hang-up some artists have when it comes to framing their work is that it can be expensive to have it done professionally or difficult and time-consuming to do it yourself. So this week, I wanted to show you some of my favorite ...