Watercolor is the preferred art form of many artists all over the globe, and not without good reason. They are easy to use, versatile, portable and a good quality set won’t break the bank. The translucent nature of watercolors that allows the white of the paper to show through is almost magical, allowing artists to …
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Pastels have been around for centuries and are a significant part of art history. Renowned artists like Degas and Cassatt used pastels to create some of the most beautiful works ever seen, and artists nowadays continue to use them to create beautiful art, capturing stunning landscapes and creating the most realistic yet expressive works. Starting …
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Pencil shading is a fundamental aspect of drawing, an unavoidable step that we can’t skip and a lesson we need to learn in order to master pencil drawing. By effectively using shading techniques you’ll be able to make your drawings come to life, adding texture, dimension and character to your art. In this guide we’ll …
Painting with oil pastels is a magical experience, the colors are bright and vivid, the texture is soft and creamy and the possibilities are infinite. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, trying a new medium like oil pastels without the proper guidance can be intimidating. In this tutorial, we’ll explore the world of …
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What is Gouache? Gouache is a water-based art medium that is widely used by illustrators and designers due to its vibrant colors, high opacity and forgiving nature. Since it’s water based, it can be reactivated with water once it dries but contrary to watercolors, it’s not translucent but very opaque, allowing you to work from …
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Graphite, the most common and easy to find art medium has been with us all our lives, artists of all ages and skill levels have used graphite to express their creativity, learn and practice the fundamentals and create beautiful works of art. However that doesn’t mean drawing with graphite is easy or that everyone can …
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Coloring pencils are a tool we’re all familiar with. From the early days of our education, we’ve been introduced to this medium and it’s been the first medium of many artists due to its versatility, ease of use, and accessibility. Some of the most detailed, realistic, and amazing artwork has been made with coloring pencils, …
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Acrylic paint is one of the most versatile and easy to use mediums in the art world, perfect for both beginners and experienced artists. Its bright, vibrant colors, quick drying properties and water-based nature make acrylic paint a really forgiving medium, allowing you to build layers, make corrections, and complete a painting in one sitting. …
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Oil pastels are a drawing and painting medium that consists of finely ground pigment mixed with a binder made of non-drying oils and wax formed into sticks. This composition gives them a soft and creamy texture and their shape makes them very easy to apply and use. They work amazingly on pretty much any surface, …
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