What is still life drawing, what’s the point, and what materials do I need? These are some of the questions you might be asking yourself. In this post, I’ll answer all those questions and more! I’ll start with what it is, what it means for an artist, and why anyone who wants to draw needs…
In this post, you’ll learn the basics of 3D modeling and rendering. For this post I worked closely with a AUHA PWRD, a professional 3D artist who has been working in the industry for quite a while now. And today we’re going to talk about what is 3D modeling and rendering, covering topics such as…
In this post, we’ll be answering the question “Can you use acrylic paint on polymer clay?” that is asked by many artists getting into polymer clay art. Can you use acrylic paint with polymer clay? Yes you can use acrylic paint on polymer clay but the catch is you can use acrylic paints before you…
Brush pen drawings allow you to experiment with different textures without having to invest in a lot of specialty supplies, you only need paper and a brush pen loaded with ink. Every artist has their favorite mediums, and this is one for me, but if you’re looking for a versatile and dynamic drawing tool that…
Have you ever tried blending oil pastels with baby oil or other liquids such as alcohol? It might seem like the two don’t go together at first, but they do! When mixed together, baby oil and oil pastels create a unique texture and depth in your artwork. The best part is that it’s so easy…
How do you protect your artwork from damage? By knowing the risks and taking precautions. There are a few different things you can do to make sure that your artwork is well taken care of, from deciding on how it should be stored or shipped to adding protective layers. This blog post will go over…
If you’re looking for some new watercolor pencil drawing ideas, we’ve got your back. I have compiled a list of 5 terrific watercolor pencil ideas for beginners that include natural items such as leaves, still life (flowers, fruits and vegetables) and even food! There are endless possibilities to explore with beautiful colored pencils. Explore them…
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. I used…
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…
Knowing how to draw a clenched fist can be an important skill for artists. There are two types of fists that you might want to learn how to draw – the realistic version and the cartoonish (anime) version. It is easy enough for beginners, but i’ll show you some tricks that will help make your…
A common question that is asked by artists who paint with oil is “How can I make my paintings dry faster?”. When I first started with oil painting I wasn’t aware that there are many different factors that determined how long it took for a painting to dry. In this post we will cover how to…
Today we’re going to talk about how to stretch paper for watercolor painting and the best ways to do it. For many artists, stretching paper is one of the most frustrating parts of preparing a work surface; what’s more, there are different methods that can be confusing. We’ll break down the only technique you really…
