Ever felt like your paintings just aren't "real" enough? Especially when you paint someone's face, and particularly their eyes? Listen, we all get frustrated with our own work as artists—it's completely normal. But feeling that frustration is the first step toward improving—it's what motivates us to seek advice and tips to make changes in how …
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Hello, fellow artists... and happy holidays! Because, as we all know, the time has come once again to send out your yearly holiday or Christmas cards. Now, you could just buy and send a pack of plain, generic cards... or, you could make and paint your own with me right here, right now! That's all …
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Welcome, fellow artist, to a very special, very different kind of watercolor class. It's actually a bit of a follow-along painting session in which we will chat talent & confidence while we do a lovely watercolor painting. Plus, this class comes with a totally free "watercolor coloring page", which you can download below and print! …
Fellow artists: have you ever struggled to really paint with total confidence? Or do you find it difficult to really *believe* you can paint anything you set your mind to? Listen, we all get those thoughts sometimes, and that's okay. But... wouldn't it be nice to learn how to be a more confident painter? Well, …
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Yes, fellow artists, I'm back with another "how to sell your art" guide today! If you're new here, please feel free to check out some previous guides that I've already shared, like: The #1 Rule to Sell Your Art How to Take Your Art to Fairs & Festivals 6 Tips to Make Money Off Your …
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Welcome, artists near and far... to the "artist personality quiz"! Ah! So, this is a super fun and simple "quiz" (think of it as one of those random tests we used to see on sites like Buzzfeed all the time!) that's going to actually help you understand your painting style. We're going to find out …
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Anybody else ever feel that certain tinge of jealously when you look at another artist's painting, sigh, and think, "ugh, if only I could be that talented..." Listen—you're not alone. And, listen to this—there is definitely a way to become just as great a painter as the artist next to you without having so-called "talent". …
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Welcome, fellow artists, to a guide on the "top rule" of selling your art. And, I'll tell you right now—it's extremely simple, but so, SO effective. And, actually, it's all about who is buying your art. Below, you'll find a full video covering 9 tips on implementing this one "secret" (not really) rule, and it's …
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Listen, we all get a shaky hand every once in a while. And, for some of us, that "while" may be, well, every day. But it's totally normal, and very common. It's frustrating to deal with a shaky hand when you're trying to paint intricate details. However, there are some simple things you can try …
Welcome, fellow artist. Ready to learn how to paint eyes realistically? Because, here, we have an amazing, full-length (and did we mention FREE?) painting class to share with you. It will take you from sketch to finish in creating an eye, which is the first "building block", if you will, of painting portraits. Watch the …
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