Most paints are made using Gum Arabic but what do you do if you’re making your own paints and don’t have any gum arabic? You have to learn how to make paint binder without gum arabic. All you need is xanthan gum, glycerin and some water. You can even follow the ancient Egyptians and use […]
Every art medium has its own considerations when framing, especially pastels. Pastel paintings are fragile because of the pigment’s susceptibility to smudging. Framing pastels without glass is possible but it is highly not recommended, no matter if it’s for home or gallery hanging. Pastel paintings need glass to protect them from damage and UV rays. […]
When learning how to store oil paintings while drying you need to know that oil paint is notorious for taking a long time to dry. The exact length of time it takes depends on such factors as the quality of the paint, its foundational ingredients, and even its color. Oil paint will generally start to set after […]
Art making, specifically drawing and painting, helps people stay connected to the world. While this is true of any creative expression, from collage making to sculpting, drawing and painting seem the most closely related in that they both concern themselves with mark making. However, it is not always the case that someone can be good […]
Drying prints does not have to be a mysterious process that is secrete and highly guarded. There are a few simple ways that you can dry prints effortlessly for the best result each and every time. Knowing how to go about drying prints of any and all sorts can help you save paper prints that […]
When I first started creating mixed media artwork, one of the first things I wanted to know was can you use colored pencils over acrylic paint. Acrylic paint is a versatile medium that can be used for a variety of applications. It can be used on its own, or in conjunction with other media to […]
What is floating medium? Floating Medium is a commercially produced additive for paint. It is a medium that has a gel-like consistency and is used mostly by watercolor and folk artists to help with painting watercolors and water based paints using a technique called “Floating” to create interesting effects with highlights and shades. This medium […]
Masking fluid allows an artist to preserve paper or paint by protecting it from additional layers of paint. Both watercolor and acrylic painters can use masking fluid. However, for artists that don’t like using masking fluid, if you’re wondering what can i use instead of masking fluid then there are several cheap products that can […]
You want to draw minimalist aesthetic flower drawings but don’t know what they are or how to start. Just about every artist, casual or professional, starts their drawing education with line art. It’s simple, easy, and trains your hand-eye coordination so you can get your idea out of your head and onto paper. Line art, […]
Did you know that you can use an inkjet printer to print onto watercolor paper and paint over it? It is a relatively simple process, and almost anyone can figure it out even without a lot of technical know-how. Additionally, you can make high-quality, professional-looking art prints to sell or share with others. If you are a […]
Painting is a fantastic pastime. It helps expand the mind, and exercise the hands, and is a great way to expand and grow creativity. Painting with oil paints is a special challenge that not all artists choose to take part in or dabble with. Deciding to scrap an oil painting can be difficult, but can […]
Oil paintings are stunning, they are rich in color and vibrancy, and they are a fantastic addition to any painting collection. That being said, they do need to be varnished to protect the surface of the painting and to ensure that the color and richness do not fade. You do need to wait for a […]
