Does Oil Paint Go Bad?
Consider the following scenario: you just got a set of really nice oil paints from an aunt of yours and the problem is that she … Read more
Painting & Drawing
Painting and drawing are two of the oldest forms of art that are still widely used today. Learning how to paint or draw can be challenging at first, but with practice and dedication it is possible to become an expert in these fields. We provides an overview to help you begin your exploration into this world of art. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced artist, you’ll pick up on key concepts such as composition, mixing colors and mastering various techniques.
How to Make a Trace Light Box?
Ready-made trace light boxes are quite expensive, especially the larger ones. However, with a couple of pieces of scrap wood, basic carpentry tools, and a … Read more
Why is the Mona Lisa so Expensive?
Why is the Mona Lisa so expensive? The Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci is the most popular painting known to man, and saying that … Read more
Watercolor Brushes vs. Acrylic Brushes
A brush is a very important tool for an artist, some even consider it their power tool, so it’s highly recommended to have a different … Read more
How To Get Acrylic Paint Off Brushes
Most people think that once acrylic paint has dried on their brushes, they have no choice but to replace them. However, there are ways how … Read more
How to Remove Puffy Paint
Puffy paint is a non-toxic variety. It’s commonly used for arts and crafts and for fabrics to make custom bags, hats, or T-shirts. But like … Read more
How to Blend Soft Pastels Most Effectively
Soft pastels are unique drawing or painting mediums. You can manipulate them to create beautifully blended and smudged colors. However, blending soft pastels is not … Read more
How to Store Watercolor Paintings
Excellent watercolor paintings start with using the best materials to make the paintings, proper organization of these materials, and the final artwork. This process, if … Read more
How to Rehydrate Acrylic Paint
Acrylic paint is one of the most popular acrylic media ever and the main reason why this is so is that they are easy to … Read more
How To Add Color To Wood Burning
Pyrography is an underrated form of art, but the process of decorating wood (or leather) by burning using hot instruments produces such classic masterpieces and … Read more