What are Conte crayons made of? Are they the same as pastels? What is a binder in a Conte crayon and what paper should you use for them? The answers to these questions and more can be found below! Conte crayons are made by compressing natural pigmented chalk (originally it was either iron oxide, titanium…
One of the most important aspects to consider when drawing is what type of paper you are going to use. There are so many different types of drawing paper, each with their own properties that make them appropriate for varying purposes. For example, if you want a smoother finish, you might choose hot pressed paper…
It’s no secret that artist studio space is a valuable commodity. From painters to sculptors, from photographers to mixed media artist – every artist needs their own artistic space in order to create the best work possible. In this blog post, we’ll discuss some of the top 9 artist studio space requirements for the perfect…
What is life drawing? What are the benefits of taking a life drawing class? These are some of the questions that many people have when they first hear about why life drawing is important. Drawing from real models in front of an audience can be intimidating, but there are many benefits to it. Life Drawing…
Liquitex acrylic paints are affordable, easy to use, and produce good quality finished pieces. I’ve also included a liquitex acrylic paint buyer guide below that highlights the pros and cons of liquitex acrylics so you can decide if this is the right choice for you! Let’s get into it. I will assume you already know…
Have no space left in your home? Want an art studio but don’t want to spend a ton of money? Converting your garage into an art studio can be an affordable way to solve your problem. But before you rush into it, find out the best way to create the perfect art studio in your…
We have all seen sketching before watercolor paintings. They are often drawn in pencil on paper, with the sketch being a preliminary sketch of what is to be painted. Sketching before painting is an excellent way to plan out your composition and get a feel for how things will look when they are done. It…
Creating an outline drawing for painting is an outline or sketch of the painting that you want to create. It helps you plan what colors and values you will be using in your work, which can help with composition, color harmony, and balance. This blog post discusses how to create an outline drawing for a…
Have you ever wanted to make a living by selling your art? Selling art on commission is one of the best ways that artists can do this. This blog post will discuss how commission-based sales work, and provide some helpful tips for success. But there is some confusion as to what selling art on commission…
Paper is an important part of any art-making process. Paper can be used for watercolor, acrylics, inks, and more. So what kind of paper do you use for oil pastels? There are many options when it comes to paper for oil pastels. Some artists prefer canvas or other heavy weight papers while others love the…
There is a lot of confusion out there about Gouache vs Acrylic paints. Both types are water-based, so they both have similar properties when it comes to drying time, mixing with other colors, etc. However, the two paints differ in many ways that you should know before deciding which one to use on your next…
If you have ever wondered does acrylic paint work on glass then you should know the answer is simply Yes, acrylic paint works on glass. Acrylic paint is water-based, so it dries quickly and does not require oil or solvents to dry. This makes it perfect for painting on glass because all you need to…