Panic! Varnish Ruined My Painting! How To Actually Fix It

Panic! Varnish Ruined My Painting! How To Actually Fix It

It’s happened to all of us. You’re working on a painting, and everything is going well. The colors are perfect, the composition looks great, and you finally get the details just how you want them. Then you go to varnish it and… disaster strikes. Panic! Varnish ruined my painting! The varnish completely changes the look…

This is What Happens When Using Watercolor Pencils Dry – Artist Tested
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This is What Happens When Using Watercolor Pencils Dry – Artist Tested

In short, yes, you can use watercolor pencils dry. They will work the same way as ordinary wax-based colored pencils but are the colors just as vibrant? Can you blend them the same way? I decided to do a little test. First, I took two sheets of paper and colored in the same pattern on…

Best Glazing Medium Substitute – 14 Secrets Every Artist Should Know

Best Glazing Medium Substitute – 14 Secrets Every Artist Should Know

Glazing mediums come in two types: oil-based and water-based. Oil-based mediums like linseed oil and alkyd glazes are durable and shiny, and they don’t yellow easily. Water-based mediums like acrylic and casein glazes are less durable but also less shiny and less likely to yellow. There are substitutes for both types, but remember that each…

How To Erase Charcoal On Canvas, 6 Easy Ways That Work

How To Erase Charcoal On Canvas, 6 Easy Ways That Work

In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the easiest methods that work well for artists of all levels from using kneaded erasers, bread, cloth, water, vinegar, and even toothpaste with baking soda. How to erase charcoal on canvas with an eraser Canvas is a lot more forgiving than paper when it comes to using…

How to Use Charcoal Pencils for Shading for Beginner Artists

How to Use Charcoal Pencils for Shading for Beginner Artists

Charcoal pencils and charcoal sticks are both made of the same material – charred wood. The difference is in how they’re shaped. Charcoal pencils are thin and pointy, while charcoal sticks are thick and flat. Charcoal pencils are a great choice for detailed shading, while charcoal sticks are better for covering large areas or making…

How To Artificially Age Paper For Your Artwork – Easy

How To Artificially Age Paper For Your Artwork – Easy

Aging paper is the process of artificially making paper look old. This can be done for a variety of reasons, such as to make the artwork look more authentic or to give it an antique feel. There are several methods of aging paper, but some of the most popular ones include bleaching, staining, and crumpling….

How to digitize artwork for printing as a Giclee print like a boss
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How to digitize artwork for printing as a Giclee print like a boss

As an artist, you may want to create a giclee print of your work. A giclee print is a high-quality reproduction of original artwork, often used for fine art and photography. Digitizing artwork can be done using various methods but for this post, I will cover the two that I use. Scanning and photographing the…

How to sign limited edition Giclee prints the right way
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How to sign limited edition Giclee prints the right way

Are you an artist who wants to make limited edition giclee prints? Signing your prints is a great way to add authentication and value but are you doing it the right way using inks that will last? In case you did not know, Giclee prints are high-quality reproductions of an original piece of art. Limited…