Understand art like never before! Learn the figure-ground relationship & see how artists create drama & movement.

I've simplified my charcoal experience by choosing top brands Winsor Newton's Vine & Marie's Willow for charcoal - here's why!

Donatello's "Mary Magdalene" embodies early Renaissance humanism, expressing emotion through texture & expressive mark-making.

Discover the versatility of Bristol paper: perfect for sketches, experimentation & artistic expression.

As you wander through the grand halls of art museums, surrounded by masterpieces from around the world, it's easy to feel a sense of...

Master sketching & charcoal art with Strathmore 300 Series paper! Forgiving, erasable & perfect for quick studies & exploration.

Unlock realism through texture, Contrapposto & guiding the viewer's eye. Discover how 'losing and finding an edge' transforms your art.

Get ready for Holiday shopping as we reveal the Ultimate Gift Buyers List for the Drawing Artist in your family!

Unlock your creativity with the basics of pencil sharpening, gestural drawing, and attitude and energy.

Learn how contrast (beyond light & dark), overlapping planes, location, direction & size create compelling narratives in your art.