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When working with acrylic paints, some artists (ok it was me and now maybe you) may occasionally encounter issues such as with the acrylic paint not sticking to canvas. This can be a really frustrating experience, especially when you have put in all this effort into a painting and you then start to see if…
Free App To Find the Color Palette of an Image When I was researching how to find the color palette of an image I found a few tools online that allowed you to drop an image and it would display either the colors in the image as an RGB (Red Green Blue) code or Hex…
When it comes to acrylic paints only two brands are worth comparing in my opinion. In Liquitex vs Golden I will go deep and cover everything you need to know. In this post I will explain: So if that all sounds cool then keep reading! When it comes to choosing the right acrylic paint for…
Whether family photographs, archival documents, artwork, or a business logo – prints are a part of everyday life. They tell a story, preserve memories, or simply give pleasure. The paper’s surface is just as important as the ink and image for most prints. The printing paper determines how well the colors and texture show and…
I don’t know about you but as an artist who has been using oil paints for quite some time, having oil paint not sticking to canvas is the last problem I would expect to come across. Funny enough it is more a common problem than I thought. While in simple terms we call it oil…
Lavender spike oil has become increasingly popular among artists as a less-toxic alternative to traditional solvents like turpentine and mineral spirits. But what could be more comforting than the soothing scent of lavender, right? Well, it turns out that there’s more to this nifty product than meets the eye (or nose) and there could be…
Do you love using water based markers but worry about them running or getting damaged? Water-based markers are a popular choice for artists and crafters alike, thanks to their versatility and ease of use. Over the years there’s one common concern most artists have and that is the potential for the ink to smudge or…
Oil pastels are a popular medium for artists to create colorful and textured works of art. However, many artists wonder, do oil pastels melt in heat? Especially during the summer months, and even more so if you live somewhere hot like I do! While oil pastels are heat-sensitive and can become softer in response to…
When it comes to plein air painting, having the right equipment can make all the difference which is why when it comes to using a pochade box you have the best tripod for pochade box. A pochade box is an essential tool for any artist looking to paint outdoors, and one of the most important…
