Oil paint and acrylic paint are two of the most commonly used paints that are available for painters. I personally use acrylic and oil paint primarily for all of my canvases. If used correctly, they can coincide with each other very well! Typically, I like to use an acrylic base and then add oil on […]
Sculpting is something that I have recently started to do. For people that like to craft, the two main types of clay to choose from are air dry and polymer. In this post I will address a comparison between air dry clay and polymer clay for weighing out your options. What to look for Air […]
I have been using acrylic paint as long as I have been able to hold a paintbrush. Over time, I have developed some techniques that aid the painting process. This article will explain blending acrylic paint and how to make it an asset in your painting skills. Blending acrylic paint is a technique used to […]
Procreate is a digital illustration app that is designed for tablet use, and in most cases, the iPad. There are almost unlimited options for tools and features to use. I feel very comfortable giving an accurate procreate review that fits the criteria of a fine artist that needs assistance with their painting process. I have […]
Color theory was a struggle for me to learn when I began painting because of how much information there is! It is the study of how colors interact with each other, and how they can be combined. This post will explain the color wheel for beginners and offer insight to how it can be applied. […]
Galkyd is designed to be mixed with oil paints to increase their transparency, glossiness, and drying time. It is great for enhancing or changing the medium without compromising the vibrancy of the oil colors. It also helps to smooth out brushstrokes and create a more even finish. When using Gamblin Galkyd, it is important to […]
Pthalo blue, pronounced “thal-o” is a popular blue hued oil paint. Although there are many other blue oil paints, such as ultramarine or cerulean, there are some characteristics that makes pthalo stand out. These differences are important to know for taking advantage of your paint mixing skills. For reference, I have been oil painting for […]
Primarily, I paint my portraits with oil paint. This is because I am very familiar with the consistency. However, If you use acrylic paints, it’s important to understand some distinctions in how the medium functions and how to make acrylic portraits to your advantage. Painting portraits is a skill that most artists should have. Some […]
One of the most frustrating tasks that I had to figure out when making my first digital poster was cropping on procreate. While it is not that long of a process, it is something that I had to navigate myself. Now that I have the hang of it, I can provide an easy step by […]
As a small business artist, etsy is a great platform for me to be able to sell my artwork. I have been using etsy for about two years now, and am just now getting the hang of it. My goal is to help you have a great guide for how to make digital art on […]