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When I started drawing, I benefited greatly from certain sketching exercises that not only improved my dexterity but most importantly increased my powers of observation. Below are some sketching ex…

Starting off with a simple pencil was how I began my drawing journey. It wasn't long before I found myself trying to capture the world around me on paper. I started with objects I found around the house - a cup, a pair of glasses, and eventually moved outdoors to trees and buildings. The joy of making something look real on paper was thrilling. I soon realized that drawing realistic things wasn't just about copying what I saw. It was about understanding the way light hit an object, the…

As artists, we often fear that we don’t have a unique style or voice in our art. It’s a concern that is hard to define and style typically evolves over time. Many artists argue that they don’t want…

By Nicole Tinkham When looking at a famous abstract painting do you ever think “I could do that”? If you’re wondering how something so simple can be considered a masterpiece, you’re not alone. Is i…

Why You Don’t Need to Go to Art School. Going to school seems like the obvious choice for any wannabe artist. But being an artist means coming up with new ways to express yourself. Read more.

Learn how to draw a rose with step-by-step instructions and explore its symbolism. Download resources to ignite your creativity.

Remember: having unfinished art is a NATURAL, REGULAR, NORMAL part of creative process. After a while, though, that pile of work can start feeling like growing evidence of everything you haven’t do…

Learn how to develop your eye as an artist by painting what you see. Learning how to see like an artist, opens up enormous possibilities for your art!