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.
Yes, micron pens are permanent but it depends on the surface you are writing on. Micron pens are permanent when used on paper or board. Sakura Pigma Micron pens use a pigment suspended in a water-based solution and the ink itself is considered permanent. The ink will not bleed through most papers and is resistant…
Many people would love to have a space dedicated solely to their art, but don’t have the money or space for it. Not having your own art studio can be really frustrating. If you don’t design your small bedroom art studio properly you will end up working in cramped and uncomfortable conditions. I worked out…
In art, shadows are an important tool for adding depth and realism to a painting or drawing. But what is a shadow? Technically, it’s the part of an object that’s hidden from view by another object. Shadows can be used to create the illusion of three dimensions on a two-dimensional surface, and add interest and…
When starting out in portraiture, finding a good quality portrait reference for beginners can be a daunting task. References are key when learning to draw or paint from life. Without them, you’re working purely from your imagination which is often not accurate and will limit your progress as an artist. I have compiled just for you…
Arranging objects in a painting can be difficult. You want to create a beautiful and interesting still-life composition, but you don’t want it to look like a mess. It’s hard to know where to start when arranging objects in a painting. Do you put the biggest object in the middle? Or should the tallest object…
A value study is a drawing or painting exercise focused on understanding and depicting the range of lightness and darkness (values) in a composition, without focusing on color. It is important because it helps artists comprehend how light and shadow work in an image, enhancing their ability to create depth and realism. What are values…
It’s hard to get in the habit of doing warmups, and even when you do them, it can be tough to know what exercises to do. Drawing is an important skill for anyone who wants to be creative, but it’s not something that comes easy for everyone. Just like any other skill, you need to…
Art is often a deeply personal expression, and it can be difficult to find the right name for your work. It’s important when naming art that it accurately and authentically represents what you have made. A good name can help people connect with your work and appreciate it more. The power of names – the…
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…
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…