What artists can learn from athletes
As a child I played soccer. And in high school: field hockey. Sport was a great way for a kind-of only child (kid with much older siblings) to have connections with peers, be physically active and play. Recently I started thinking about the connection between...How to Study an Art Style: An In-Depth Look at Julie Mehretu
Artist Strong’s Art Style Study – Julie Mehretu How do you study an art style? How do you learn a specific art style? How do you analyze art styles? How do you find your art style? In this Style Study Session, we will use the 6 qualities of style to not only...Batching Explained: How Artists Can Save Time and Boost Creativity
Examples of Batching for Beginner Artists (As Requested) Ever feel like there’s never enough time to create? Or that the blank canvas stares back at you, daring you to figure out what’s next? Batching might just be the solution you need. Batching is a...
How to study an art style: Paint like Monet
How do you study an art style? How do you learn a specific art style? How do you analyze art styles? How do you find your art style? In this Style Study Session, we will use the 6 qualities of style to not only better understand the artist we study but also to apply...
10 Resources for Lifelong Learners: Books, Articles, and Podcasts for Artists
I have a series of books, podcasts, and articles that have completely transformed the way I show up as a teacher and how I look at, and make, my art. They have helped me stick through my current dry spell of applications, helped me upgrade my teaching to help students...
Sharpen Your Skills: Understanding Value
Confidently use value to improve your art
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