Elaine

Whether you are drawing with graphite or colored pencils, there are tools that can make your drawing sessions go more smoothly. But what are those tools and where can you get them? This article assumes you already have the essentials—pencils, paper, blending stumps etc. What this article will discuss is 5 best drawing tools you … Read more

So you’ve been working days, weeks or even a month or more on a painting or art piece. You’ve been on the journey awhile and may be asking yourself, “When do I stop?” When can you an artwork is finished? The simple answer is when you say it is! And this article will help you … Read more

People tend to think of drawing as something mysterious—that it takes a special “eye”. The truth is yes, it takes a special eye, but if you’re a patient person with a strong desire to learn to draw, you do have that special eye. Really!! Your next question may be, “but how do I get started … Read more

By now, it’s likely you have heard of water mixable oil paint. And even if you haven’t, I’m guessing you would like to find out more about it and do not enjoy the thought of using solvents to paint with or clean the brushes. If so, I can relate because although I loved oil painting … Read more

You have drawn a beautiful colored pencil picture and now it needs some kind of background. It should enhance but not detract from your well-rendered subject. You want color but don’t relish the thought of creating an entire background by drawing it on with the pencil. If you tend to get stuck thinking about how … Read more