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Why Classical Art is Important and the Three Stages: Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric
There are three stages to mastering the visual language of classical art – stages that reveal not just technical skill and profound emotion.
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Would Leonardo da Vinci, John S. Sargent, or Raphael Have Trouble Adjusting a Modern Photograph to Evoke The Intended Message?
Learn how da Vinci, Sargent, and Raphael might have to adjust their thinking to evoke the message of a modern photograph.
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Transparent Darks Are Beautiful but Sometimes Too Beautiful: Mastering Transparent Colors in Your Paintings
By taking charge of the Elements of Art – color, contrast, pattern, shape, and texture, you can create a narrative that visually transcends.
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The Power of Canvas Tone: How Color Choice is Influenced by Your Background
Canvas tone dramatically impacts color intensity & message in a painting. Dominant colors carry the intended message.
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The Power of Radial Lines: A Composition Game-Changer
Unlock the power of radial lines: a technique to elevate compositions & guide viewer's eye.
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The Art of Erasing: A Review of Prisma Color and Other Favorite Erasers
Discover your perfect eraser! Reviewing Prisma Color & other favorite erasers for artists to achieve flawless art. #arttips #erasers
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The Simple Trick to Scaling Your Artwork: Proportion Wheel for Art and Proportional Canvas Measurement
Scale your artwork with ease using this simple trick: reference one outside measurement for proportional canvas measurement #ArtSecrets
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Protecting Your Brushes from Pests: A Brush Owner's Worst Nightmare
Protect your precious brushes from pests with Chris' expert tips on sealant packages & cedar blocks #ArtSupplies #BrushProtection
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What You Have to Know about Oiling Out with Oil Painting: Chris Answers Questions
Preserve your oil paintings. Learn how to clean surfaces, manage drying times based on humidity, and choose varnishes, for longevity of art.
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Lumograph (Blue) and Faber-Castell (Green): Which Pencil is for Me?
Explore the world of art supplies, from Staedtler vs. Faber-Castell pencils to the importance of sharpeners and mechanical pencils.
3 min read
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