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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! Baby oil, a type of mineral oil, is a versatile tool for blending oil pastels, resulting in a smooth and even finish. To effectively blend…
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. Life Drawing…
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…
In this tutorial, I will show you how to draw a clenched fist step by step. How to Draw a Clenched Fist Step by Step – Realistic Version Start with a Rectangular Prism Let’s draw a couple of rectangular prisms, one large one small. We we will use these as a basic box to help…
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…
Learning how to draw a color wheel with colored pencils is really easy. I have broken down the steps below with some suggested tools to use. Below is also an example of a finished color wheel. I have broken down the steps even further below and provided some step by step diagrams. How to Draw…
Do you want to learn flower drawing or how to draw various types of flowers but are worried they’re just too hard to draw? Trust me, you can draw flowers. You just have to find some easy to draw flowers. I love making pencil drawings of flowers as they really test my ability to draw…
I love to color, and I know you do too! It’s relaxing. But sometimes it feels like blending coloring pencils the proper way can get a little boring. That’s why I put together this blog post to satisfy the curious minds out there wondering what things you can use to blend your colored pencils with!…
Colored pencil layering and blending is a technique that can make your art look more realistic and 3-dimensional. If you are just getting started in this medium, it’s important to lay down the right colors for layering and blending. It may seem like an intimidating process at first but it is actually quite straightforward! In…
Once you have laid down your paintbrush and palette, it is time to price your masterpiece. Creating a sensible price structure is essential to a thriving art career. For emerging artists, this may seem an intimidating step; however, there are several guidelines to follow when pricing your art so that it sells. To help you…