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Can I Be A Famous Artist? 26 Aug 2013 | 01:04 pm
When someone writes to me saying, "Tell me how to be a famous artist!" I'm often tempted to say something a bit facetious, like "1. Paint a masterpiece. 2. Sell ... Read Full Post
Explore Creative Ideas With Collage 26 Aug 2013 | 06:53 am
Thumbnail sketching and drawing are time-honored ways to test out ideas, but sometimes you ... Read Full Post
Starting a New Hobby - Start a Sketchbook 12 Aug 2013 | 11:45 am
If you're looking for a new hobby, drawing can be an absorbing and rewarding choice. Like many crafts, you can adapt it to suit your needs, whether you want something large-scale and physical or a sma...
Back to Basics: Yes, You Too! 12 Aug 2013 | 07:50 am
Is your current work-in-progress a celebrity portrait .... but you've never drawn an egg? Are you struggling with a huge still-life... but not sure if you should be using ... Read Full Post
Draw Landscape 29 Jul 2013 | 12:18 pm
I often wonder why landscape isn't a more popular subject for drawing, given that it inspires so many painters. I love drawn landscape, and especially pen and ink sketches. Drawing is a great way to s...
Anatomy and Expression 29 Jul 2013 | 09:28 am
Understanding anatomy lends depth and integrity to your figure drawing and portraiture. Combine careful anatomical study with lots of drawing from life, and you'll develop a thorough understanding of ...
Art as a Small Business 22 Jul 2013 | 11:46 am
While you might not be a 'small business' as such - many artists just file taxes under their own name rather than a registered business name - once you start ... Read Full Post
Sketching Cats 21 Jul 2013 | 05:20 am
Because highly finished artwork is often so impressive, we sometimes feel that everything we do has to be a major undertaking. But think how many of our favorite Old Master ... Read Full Post
Summer Fun Coloring Pages 9 Jul 2013 | 06:01 am
Summer vacations are wonderful for getting outdoors in the fresh air and sunshine, so long as you are careful not to burn in the heat of the day. When it's ... Read Full Post
Perspective Basics 30 Jun 2013 | 07:01 am
Perspective drawing isn't as scary as it looks. The main thing is to start at the beginning. So don't leap straight into a three-point drawing of the Leaning Tower of ... Read Full Post
