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Which Paintbrushes Should Artists Use?

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Paintbrushes date back to the Paleolithic era around 2.5 million years. Ancient Chinese and Egyptian civilizations were among the first to develop painting with brushes for fine art and decoration. In terms of design, very little has changed since then. Brushes…

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10 Must-have Art Supplies for Painters

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As artists, it’s easy to get carried away and buy hundreds— even thousands—of dollars’ worth of art supplies. And the reality is you probably won’t even use half of it. The good news is that the equipment you need to…

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How to Sell Artwork Through Online Shops and Galleries

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Continuing our series on ways to make a living as an artist, we look at the options for making money through third-party seller websites, like Etsy or Amazon, or online galleries.  What is an online art shop or gallery? There’s…

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How Do Artists Use Egg Tempera

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Did you know egg tempera is more durable than oil and with a luminosity similar to watercolour?

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The Best Web Builders for Art Websites

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No artist can afford to be offline. A website is as vital to an artist as a paintbrush is to a painter. But what sort of website should you have and which is the best website builder? Chances are you…

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Learn to Sketch in 30 Seconds or Less!

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The 30-second sketch is a quick drawing exercise to help artists (especially beginners) get their creative juices flowing. Even as an artist with seven years of training, I still feel a sense of dread when faced with a blank sheet…

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How to Create an Art Portfolio

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A strong art portfolio is a marker of a professional artist. When you are looking for someone to invest in you and your art—whether through sales, commissions or exhibitions—a little professionalism can go a long way, and your art portfolio…

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The Art of Point Perspective: Techniques and Famous Examples

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Point perspective is one of the first things you are taught about in art and is fundamental to the history of Western art. It is a device that convinces the eye a flat surface has depth. To draw the eye…

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What Is Line Art: Techniques and How to Get Started

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In art we tend to think of drawing as a starting point, with sketches that lead to finished work in paint, stone or plaster. But drawing is visual art in its own right, with a long rich history. And try…

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Tips for Setting Up a Home Art Studio

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Having a studio is top of the shopping list for any artist, but when space is at a premium and the investment for professional studio is out of the question, creating a home art studio is the way to go.…

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