Mastering Aerial Perspective for Believable Landscape Paintings


One of the biggest artistic breakthroughs came when I finally understood aerial…

Painting in Scotland: Capturing the Highlands with a Limited Palette


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

A Quick Update: Transitioning Between Two Art Studios


As many of you know, I’ve been building my new townhome and art studio in the…

Patching A Torn Canvas: An Archival Step-by-Step Guide


This blog post will take you through the detailed steps of patching a torn…

Navigating the Artistic Journey: A Reflection on Goal-Setting


As we settle into the New Year, the initial celebration has given way to a more…

From Athens to Hydra: A Journey of Art and Culture in Greece


Join me as I recap some favorite highlights from my plein air painting workshop…

Your Easy Guide to Water-Mixable Oils with Lori McNee


It's been in the making for nearly thirty years! So, I'm extra pleased to…

NEW ONLINE COURSE > Transform Your Oil Painting Skills: Your Easy Guide to Water-Mixable Oils


Lori's first long-awaited online course is now available! Inspiration Awaits!…

My New Gouache Painting Setup Is So Cute!


My new gouache painting setup is so cute! ❤️ In a quest for improving my…

An Easy Way to Travel with Wet Oil Paintings


Here's my best fine art tip for traveling with wet oil paintings! 🎨 While…