People often think that tracing a drawing is cheating and that it’s not an acceptable way to learn how to draw. Many people believe that tracing is a form of copying someone else’s work and that it doesn’t allow for any creativity or originality. Tracing can be a very helpful way to learn how to…
People want to learn how to draw birds, but they don’t know where to start. Drawing birds can seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. With the right instructions, anyone can do it! In this guide, we will take you through 5 easy steps to drawing a beautiful bird. We’ll start with the basics…
Learning how to draw a sphere on paper can be difficult for kids and beginners if you don’t have the right instructions to follow. When it comes to drawing spheres, many guides show you the most complicated way to do it. This can make it difficult for kids and beginners who are just starting out….
Many people feel like they can’t create art because they don’t have any natural talent. This couldn’t be further from the truth! You don’t need to be born with a brush in your hand to make beautiful flower art. All it takes is some inspiration, and the right ideas to help you get started. Abstract…
We’ve put together this helpful guide full of inspirational pencil drawing ideas that anyone can try. These drawings are perfect for beginners, and you can experiment with different techniques and mediums to expand your skills. Here are the 25 pencil drawing ideas you should try A simple leaf or flower Drawing a simple leaf or…
The use of texture in watercolor painting can really add an interesting element to your painting but it is often overlooked because most artists do not know how to achieve this effect. Without texture, your watercolor paintings can appear flat and one-dimensional. Can watercolor have texture? Yes, watercolor can have texture if you know what…
The word intaglio comes from the Italian intagliare, which means “to engrave”. In printmaking, intaglio is a family of processes in which an image is incised or cut into a plate. The ink resides in the grooves and is transferred to paper when the plate and paper are passed through a printing press. Intaglio techniques…
A focal point in art ensures your artwork has a place that demands the attention of the viewer which you can then guide the viewer around the artwork using the principles of design. Keep reading to learn why. Focal point art definition A focal point is the part of an artwork that first attracts the…
Most artists will naturally thin acrylic paint with a liberal amount of tap water and they are happy with life. In most cases that works. The problem is, when you are creating a high quality artwork using high quality materials you want to ensure your acrylic paint will be thinned out the right way, so…
It’s hard to find information about what it takes to be an art model, how much they make and the benefits and challenges to the job. Posing for artists can be a very rewarding experience, but it’s not always easy to know where to start or what to expect. Our article covers everything you need…
Grisaille is a painting technique that uses monochromatic shades of grey to create the illusion of three-dimensionality. This effect was often used by artists during the Renaissance period to create lifelike portraits and scenes. Grisaille can also be used for more abstract purposes, such as creating a sense of depth or atmosphere in a painting….
An imprimatura is a thin, transparent layer of paint that is applied to the surface before painting. This initial coat helps to create a uniform ground and provides a base for the subsequent layers of paint. It is an Italian word that loosely means “first paint layer”, like a primer but not opaque. Why is…