The Importance of Value and Tone in Painting


Little did I know that my drawing background would give me a good foundation in…

5 Websites to Help You Learn to Draw


Love to doodle while on the phone or while trying to stay awake during staff…

The Making of a Self-Taught Artist – Ludgero Mendonca


guest artist/author: Ludgero Mendonca  My name is Ludgero Mendonca. I was born…

Do You Have The Heart of an Artist?


Oscar award winning, Anthony Hopkins is considered to be one of film's…

How to Jump Start Your Art Career!


Are you an artistic person who enjoyed art as a kid or maybe you took art…

5 Benefits of Local 'Co-Op Gallery' Membership


by guest artist/author: Miranda Aschenbrenner The art gallery is a source of…

Using Colored Pencil to Create Fine Art


Colored pencil drawing/painting by Sally Franklin The use of colored pencil as…

The Importance of Being an Artist in Today’s Modern World


The importance of being an artist was on my mind when my oldest son was…

How to Find Your Own Artistic Voice


One of the biggest points I try to emphasize is artistic “voice”. Call it…

Painting a Portrait of Steve McQueen – Demo


by guest artist/author: Rob Kinsey Often I am asked, "Where do you get your…