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Micron Pens: A Watercolor Artist's Favorite Tool, Pen & Ink
We love Micron pens! They're archival, waterproof & perfect for layering over watercolor. My favorite is size 5 for detail & bold lines.
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Painting Technique: Humanism with Donatello & Mary Magdalene with Giotto's & Darker Farther Away
Donatello's "Mary Magdalene" embodies early Renaissance humanism, expressing emotion through texture & expressive mark-making.
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Part 6 of 7: Varying Your Edges Lord Ribblesdale Sargent, Analyzing Lord Ribblesdale
Uncovering John Sargent's secrets: his edge work technique and masterful use of texture to create depth & contrast.
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Tips and Techniques: How to Use Powdered Graphite and Nylon Charcoal Balls with Bristol Paper
Discover the versatility of Bristol paper: perfect for sketches, experimentation & artistic expression.
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Sketch Drawing to Explain Giotto's 3D Mass & Solidity - Gradually Lighter to Darker, Farther Away
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...
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Softening Edges by Cross Hatching, Analyzing Lord Ribblesdale with a Rosemary Brush
Softening edges with a round brush creates subtle contrast & direction, inviting viewer focus while balancing bold strokes.
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Strathmore 300 Series Paper: The Artist's Best Friend for Sketching and Experimentation
Master sketching & charcoal art with Strathmore 300 Series paper! Forgiving, erasable & perfect for quick studies & exploration.
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Using an Unfinished Charcoal Drawing / Sketch to Analyze Venus DeMilo, the Concept of Contrapposto
Unlock realism through texture, Contrapposto & guiding the viewer's eye. Discover how 'losing and finding an edge' transforms your art.
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Holiday Drawing Gift List: 22 Must Have Drawing Supplies for Artists
Get ready for Holiday shopping as we reveal the Ultimate Gift Buyers List for the Drawing Artist in your family!
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Part 5 of 7: Cross Hatching with Bristle Fan & Round, The Most Important Brushes for Oil Painting
There are various ways to achieve a sharp edge, and one of my favorites is using a bristle fan brush into wet paint.
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