What Can You Learn From Children’s Art?


Children create art in a naive and wholesome way. Instead of being burdened…

Recap: @Blick_Art Facebook Chat with Lori McNee (Part 2)


As promised, here is Part 2 of Blick Art Materials' live Facebook Chat with…

Facebook Artists And Their Pets


Generally speaking, the life of an artist is a solitary profession. That's one…

10 Reasons Why Artists Should Draw More


Most little children love to draw. You can see this 'phenomenon' for yourself.…

My Week in Maine with Master Landscape Artist, T. Allen Lawson


For years, I have admired the poetic landscape paintings of T. Allen Lawson.…

Tomatillos: A Still Life Demo in Green


Lately, on my Fine Art Tips Facebook page, I keep getting asked how to mix the…

5 Ways I Use Instagram to Boost My Art Business


For centuries, artists have used tools to help improve their art. Technologies…

How To Paint Digitally Using Traditional Techniques


Digital art is somewhat of a dirty word in certain circles, and some artists…

Small Business Resolutions Worth Keeping


Someone once said, "Many people look forward to the new year for a new start on…

Balancing Parenthood and Your Art Career


Lori McNee and her kids in 2011 It seems a bit ironic to be writing this post…