Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff Art Blog

Tips, Tricks, Thoughts, and inspiration from across the art spectrum.

  1. An Expert Guide to Calligraphy

    An Expert Guide to Calligraphy

    Calligraphy is the art of writing decoratively and artistically, and it has been used for centuries to create everything from religious texts to artwork. It’s a form of handwriting that involves using a pen or brush to create beautifully stylized ...

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  2. 10 Essential Tips for Mastering Watercolor Painting

    10 Essential Tips for Mastering Watercolor Painting

    Welcome to the world of watercolor painting! As a professional artists and experienced teachers, we are here to give you 10 essential tips for mastering this beautiful medium. Whether you are just beginning your journey with watercolors or have been exploring ...

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  3. The Truth About Watercolor Tubes vs. Pans

    The Truth About Watercolor Tubes vs. Pans

    It is not uncommon when new artists are budding and trying to learn all they can that they turn to friends and classmates for advice on all things related to art and art supplies. What is the best watercolor paper to use? What is the highest quality artist ...

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  4. The Beginner’s Guide To Oil Painting

    The Beginner’s Guide To Oil Painting

    Cheap Joe’s mini art lessons are meant to provide beginners with a starting point into the world of various art mediums and techniques. Since oil painting has been around for hundreds of years, and is still such a popular art form today, we decided ...

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  5. Your Guide To Using Calligraphy Pens

    Your Guide To Using Calligraphy Pens

    Like any art form, calligraphy takes quite a bit of time and practice to master. Choosing the right tools and supplies is vital to your success, but checking out some art lessons can be just as important. At Cheap Joe’s, we’re always thrilled ...

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  6. Using Colored Pencils For Beginners

    Using Colored Pencils For Beginners

    Ready for another one of our mini art lessons? Today we will be covering one of today’s most popular coloring mediums: colored pencils. These pencils are preferred by artists of all ages because they’re easy to use and relatively inexpensive. ...

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  7. Find Out How Different Watercolor Supplies Work

    Find Out How Different Watercolor Supplies Work

    Numerous tools can be used to create breathtaking watercolor paintings, but if you’re new to the medium, you might be unfamiliar with some of the supplies. Tools like watercolor pencils and watercolor paper can play an important role in getting ...

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  8. Glass Painting: History, Supplies, and Project Ideas

    Glass Painting: History, Supplies, and Project Ideas

    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 ...

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  9. Daniel Smith Watercolors You Should Have In Your Palette

    Daniel Smith Watercolors You Should Have In Your Palette

    Years ago, before Daniel Smith Watercolors were sold at Cheap Joe's Art Stuff, the talk was all "Quinacridone." Back then, Daniel Smith was the ...

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  10. Why You Should Use an Art Easel Stand

    Why You Should Use an Art Easel Stand

    Many artists prefer using an easel for painting rather than working with a flat surface. But how do you know if an artist easel is right for you? If you’ve ever found yourself questioning the purpose of an art easel stand, and whether or not you ...

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