Landscape painting is a captivating art form that allows artists to capture the beauty and essence of the natural world. One of the key elements that contribute to the success of a landscape painting is the understanding and effective use of values. Values refer to the range of lightness and darkness within an artwork, and they […]
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Hello and welcome to another easy acrylic painting tutorial where we learn to create a Cherry Blossom painting with a couple walking using acrylics. This tutorial is perfect for beginners who want to follow and paint along with me. I’ve taught this painting to hundreds of my students and every one of them loved creating it
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In this tutorial, we’ll explore the captivating beauty of a mountain valley stream painting, using bold colors and dynamic brushwork to create an expressive and vibrant artwork. Imagine yourself in a serene mountain valley, where a crystal-clear stream winds its way through lush greenery and majestic peaks. Our goal is to capture the essence of
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Landscape paintings have the power to transport viewers into a vivid world of natural beauty. One key aspect that brings these paintings to life is the incorporation of depth and perspective. By mastering the techniques that create a sense of spatial dimension, artists can captivate their audience and make their landscapes truly immersive. In this
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The landscape has always been a captivating subject for artists, serving as a source of inspiration and a canvas to explore the beauty of the natural world. But what truly sets landscape art apart is its ability to capture the dynamic and ever-changing nature of the environment. In this blog post, we embark on a
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If you have access to dried maple leaves, you can paint straight onto it. But since I don’t have any dried leaf, I decided to create my very own maple leaf on acrylic paper and paint it out. Ok so let’s dive straight into learning how to paint a fall maple leaf.
I started with white acrylic paint and gradually blended it with blue to create the gradual shift in the sky color, keeping the centre area lighter than the sides.
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Landscape paintings have long captivated viewers with their breathtaking depictions of nature’s beauty. One of the most enchanting aspects of these artworks is the play of colors that brings landscapes to life. The skillful use of color allows artists to evoke emotions, create depth and atmosphere, and transport us to serene or vibrant natural settings.
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The natural world has always been a profound source of inspiration for artists, beckoning them to capture its breathtaking beauty on canvas. Yet, what sets apart a skilled landscape artist from a casual observer? It all begins with the ability to see the landscape through an artist’s eyes. As artists, one of our greatest assets
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If you are painting a winter landscape where the pine tree is the hero of your project, you need to be able to paint a big, tall and gorgeous snowy pine tree. In this blog, I’ll teach you in very easy steps, how you can create an absolutely attractive and realistic looking snowy acrylic pine tree
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Art school may be a traditional path for artists, but it’s not the only path.
You can create your custom study curriculum and create the opportunity to unleash your creativity, learn at your own pace, and embark on a self-guided journey that is uniquely tailored to your artistic aspirations.
Embarking on a self-taught artistic journey is an exciting and fulfilling endeavor. It allows you to explore your creativity, develop your skills, and express yourself through art.
While the idea of being self-taught may seem daunting at first, with a well-structured plan in place, you can progress and thrive as an artist.
In this blog post, we will go through an outline of a self-taught artist plan, that can be tailored according to your unique goals and aspirations.
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