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Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff Art Blog
Tips, Tricks, Thoughts, and inspiration from across the art spectrum.
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Posted June 23, 2023
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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Posted June 13, 2023
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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Posted June 03, 2023
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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Posted May 18, 2023
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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Posted April 24, 2023
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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Posted April 24, 2023
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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Posted April 10, 2023
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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Posted April 03, 2023
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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Posted March 13, 2023
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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Posted March 06, 2023
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 ...