The Secret to Painting White Objects


Painting white objects in oil or in acrylic is trickier than one might think. A…

How To Reach Beyond Your Niche on Twitter


When I first began on Twitter in March 2009, my main focus was to attract…

Palette Tips – Organize Your Oil Paints


It was not until I switched from acrylic paints to oils that I understood the…

Feeling Blue in the Studio?


Why am I feeling blue in the studio after a successful gallery exhibition? I am…

Create Texture & Application in Paint using Yin Yang


For generations, oil paint has been admired for its impasto effects with…

Painting in Scotland: Capturing the Highlands with a Limited Palette


This October, I joined a group to paint the Scottish Highlands. Scotland’s…

Mixing Believable Greens with Water Mixable Oils


Green colors are perceived more easily by the human eye. Some scientists…

The Symbolism of New Beginnings and My Peacock Painting


At first glance, my latest painting depicts a beautiful peacock and some…

The Magical Bond Between Fashion and Art


One of the most fascinating relationships of our civilization is the magical…

How to Boost Creativity in Your Home Office or Studio


While you may not always be inspired, the designs, colors and decorations that…