Discussing Art: A Beginner’s Guide
The first steps to discussing art. How many of you appreciate art but when forced to share your opinion about art have a huge desire to crawl under a nearby desk or chair and hide? I know countless people actually afraid to talk about art. They are afraid they will...Getting Started: Beginning Creative Endeavor
Sometimes the hardest part is getting started. I felt obligated to post an artwork every week for last year’s resolution; the post deadline provided a due date so I couldn’t avoid creating. WHY would anyone avoid creating?! Similar to my discussion of...
Caring for Your Original Artwork
I have encouraged you to buy original artwork this holiday season as gifts to others (and why not for yourself!). Wouldn’t it be nice to know some basics about caring for said artworks?! What do I do if it gets dirty/dusty? For canvas only: using a damp (NOT...
The Art of Doodling
As an art teacher and artist, I know a fair bit about doodling. I’ve seen quite a few doodles in my day. And while some people have traditionally perceived doodling as a rude, distracting endeavor research suggests it actually enhances attention! Some...
Tools for Inspirational Organization :)
Original Post September 26, 2010 I have a confession to make. I am an A-Type personality trapped in the body of a creative person. I love everything in my classroom labeled, numbered, ordered, and clean. For me, the organization is two-fold. Organizing and...
Sharpen Your Skills: Understanding Value
Confidently use value to improve your art
If you want to draw or paint anything you want, understanding value is a MUST.
Sharpen your Skills: Understanding Value includes:
✏️ my Learn How to SEE Guide: 10 Ways to Catch Your Own Mistakes;
✏️ A quick and simple way to observe your growth over time;
✏️ How to make your drawings (and paintings!) jump off the page; and
✏️ Much, much, more.
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