Every artist needs some type of surface to lay out their paint for easy access while working on a painting. These surface, no matter what type, is called an artists’ paint palette. Paint palettes can be homemade or store-bought. They can be made from different materials such as plastic, glass, wood, paper, or even ceramic. […]
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Sometimes, the color black gets a bad rap among artists. Many artists don’t even have tubes of black paint in their paint boxes. Why? Well, tubes of black pigment are often flat and lifeless. If used alone, they can make a painting seem dull. However, the black colors you see in nature and on objects
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The Zorn palette is a limited painting palette consisting of only four colors. Swedish painter Anders Zorn used this palette extensively in his work and it is still a popular palette today. Below you will find a bit about Zorn, his palette and why you might want to try using it yourself. Who was Anders
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The 7 elements of art are line, shape, value, color, texture, space, and form. The seven elements of art are always taught to art students and are the foundation of any piece of artwork. Artists combine two or more of these elements to create works of art. Even if you have never heard of the
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If you are an artist or crafter, at some point you are going to get paint on your clothes. It’s part of the creative process. The best way to avoid ruining your clothes while painting is to cover them up or wear old clothes. An artist’s apron or smock or even an oversized shirt will
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There are many types and styles of easels to choose from and picking the right easel for your painting style can be a little daunting. They range from reasonably priced to mega expensive, so choosing the best easel is important for your art as well as your wallet. Whether you are a brand new painter
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