The Art Ideas category is a comprehensive and diverse collection of articles, discussions, and insights that cover various aspects of the world of art. This category serves as a hub for art enthusiasts, artists, collectors, and anyone with a keen interest in exploring and understanding different forms of artistic expression.
In this post, I will cover 20 of the best abstract painting techniques for success, highlighting the right mediums to use, surfaces and give you all the tips you need to make sure you are creating the best abstract art you can make. As someone looking into abstract art, you might be wondering where to…
Experiencing Art Block? You’re Not Alone! We’ve all been there—staring at a blank canvas or paper, pen in hand, but the ideas aren’t flowing. Art block is a natural part of every artist’s journey. In this post, we will look at some drawing ideas for art block, but that is just treating the symptom. Let’s…
In this article, we will explore 120 of the most original Copic drawing ideas that you can try with Copic markers to enhance your artistic skills or simply for sheer enjoyment. I had a look online, and most articles and Pinterest pages offer the same boring and unoriginal ideas. I have curated some of the…
At a high level, drawing is a more refined and detailed technique that involves creating a piece of art with careful precision. It often requires more time and patience to perfect. On the other hand, sketching is a more free-flowing and spontaneous method that quickly captures a subject’s essence. It’s commonly used to brainstorm ideas, jot…
Etching is similar to drawing as both involve creating images using a method of inscribing an image onto a surface. While etching uses ink to create an image, drawing uses other mediums, such as pencils, pigments or inks on paper or similar surfaces to create the same picture. Etching is an intaglio printmaking or printing…
According to the BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics), the median salary (not average or weekly rates) income for drawing artists such as graphic designers and fine artists is around $49,960 per year ($24.02 per hour) to $50,710 per year ($24.38 per hour). While special effects artists and animators can earn $78,790 per year ($37.88 per hour). Illustrators, who I…
Key Callouts 50 Easy Fall Canvas Painting Ideas for Beginners Here’s a list of 50 fall canvas painting ideas for beginners, along with suitable mediums, age groups the painting idea is suitable for. Also note that adults can try any of these; I added the age group column just so that kids might find it…
When I was first commissioned to paint a pet portrait, I had no idea what to charge. Was it by the hour, a flat rate, how long would it take etc. Figuring out how much to charge for pet portrait painting was going to take some serious analysis if I was going to make a…
Diving into the world of acrylic painting can be both exciting and intimidating, especially if you’re new to the medium. Fear not, for there are plenty of easy acrylic paintings for beginners to try and enjoy. These creative projects will help you gain confidence, skills, and a more solid foundation as you embark on your…
Read on and discover the differences when it comes to value vs tone in a pretty simple way. Value Value simply means how light or dark a color is. You can create focal points in your art by contrasting light elements with dark ones. This contrast instantly catches the eye and adds interest to your…
Are you an artist looking to protect your creative work? If so, a basic understanding of copyright law is something you should know about so that you can protect yourself legally against intellectual property thieves. Copyright law provides artists with some legal protection for original works of authorship, including artistic creations. As artists, it’s important…
When it comes to color theory, there are a few key terms that every visual artist should be familiar with. Chroma vs saturation vs value, and hue are all important concepts that play a role in creating visually appealing artwork. While these terms may seem similar at first glance, there are important differences between them that…