Encaustic painting, also known as hot wax painting, is a technique of painting. It involves mixing beeswax, resin, and pigments, and applying it onto a surface using a heated palette, brushes, or other tools. Then, the wax mixture is melted and applied to a surface, and then fused with heat to create a durable and […]
Selling art on Etsy can be a great way for artists to reach a larger audience and sell their artwork online. In this post, I will explain how to get sales on etsy and what it entails to get you there. My Experience with Etsy I am a painter that lives on the West Coast […]
Texture being added to a piece of artwork can make such a difference. It creates so much movement and adds dimension to a canvas. In this post, I will explain how to make textured canvas art and display products that can be used to do so. What is Textured Canvas Art? Textured canvas art refers […]
There are many different types of art. Each has their own unique characteristics and techniques. It is quite popular for artists to diverge into multiple types of drawing, and I myself also merge into a few. Here are some of the main types of art styles that can help you to better perceive the differences […]
Free hand drawing, also known as sketching or doodling, has been a part of human expression for thousands of years. It has been a part of human culture across many civilizations and time periods. In this post, I will highlight where free hand drawing comes from, and great secrets to use it to your advantage. […]
Spring is often associated with light and pastel colors because they represent the renewal and growth of the season. Lighter colors, such as soft pinks, blues, and pale yellows, symbolize the new beginnings that come with spring. A light spring color palette will encompass the hopeful feeling spring brings. These colors are often seen in […]
With the right materials and a little bit of practice, you can create stunning works of art that you’ll be proud to display. I’ll cover the oil painting materials for beginners that you’ll need to get started on to create your first masterpiece. So, let’s get started! Oil painting is a wonderful and rewarding art […]
I have been posting my artwork on instagram since 2020. During the pandemic, I found a reconnection to my artwork. In this post, I will highlight my best tips for promoting art on instagram, and how to gain traffic. Figure out your goal it’s important to understand your objectives for using Instagram. Do you want […]
Winton Oil Colour is a very popular oil paint. It is a line of oil paints that is made by Winsor and Newton, the art brand and is based out of England (hence, the spelling of colour).The produce many fine art products that are used internationally, from the canvases to the tools themselves. I use […]
I have been photographing my paintings for social media, and sell-able prints, for a few years now. Actually, you can take really great photos with just an iPhone! In this post, I will offer a few tips that I have learned that aid the process on photographing paintings. For full disclosure, I am offering this […]