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Rocky Falls: Value Study

When I began my current project — Rocky Falls — I first made several small “value sketches” designed to help … More

composition, focal point, Reference Photos, Rocky Falls, The process of painting, Value studies

Not a Favorite, But …

Throughout this month, I’ve painted a number of “winter landscapes” in watercolor. I’ve played with different color palettes. I’ve tried … More

composition, Learning from mistakes, Metallic watercolors, Winter Landscapes

Art Quiz: The Answer is Fauvism

Yep. Fauvism. You knew this one, didn’t you! I knew it because I’d read about fauvism and had even written a … More

Color, composition, de Vlaminck, Derain, Fauvism, Matisse, Self-expression

Another Mile of the Journey

Time now for another progress report on my 100-Day Creative Adventure. I like where I am right now as an … More

composition, Cotswold, focal point, Landscape, Mood and atmosphere

It’s Complicated

Several years back there was a movie — It’s Complicated — about modern-day relationships — which can, indeed, become a … More

Color, composition, Edgar Degas, Skyscape, Value

The Art of Being Ridiculous

Art should be fun — most of the time, at least. And, if it’s not fun, it should at least … More

Arnold Fletcher, composition, Harbors, Painting practice

May I Have Your Attention, Please?

There is a very long story behind this painting, much too long to recount here. Suffice it to say that … More

colors, composition, focal point

Yes, but is it Art?

Let’s talk today about abstraction. I like a lot of abstract art…to look at. I’m not so keen yet on … More

Abstract Art, abstraction, Color, composition, Creative process, creativity, questions about abstract art, what makes a painting a piece of art

Where Am I Going Now?

When I look back over the last year, I’m amazed to think that from someone who couldn’t draw a straight … More

Art, composition, Elements of Art, study

Abstracts and Acrylics

I have yet to complete my first “realistic” acrylic painting. I have one in progress, and I’m hoping to finish it … More

Abstract Art, composition, Elements of Art, organic shapes, repetition, shapes

Artistic License

Recently I joked about receiving a “license to create” from Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff. I have this sticker posted on … More

Artistic license, Cheap Joe's Art Supplies, composition, creativity, Drawing, focal point, freedom, painting, Style

True Balance in Art

Lately I’ve been on an artistic frenzy. I’ve created several drawings and paintings that I consider successful, as well as a … More

"Artisting", Art supplies, Art Theory, Balance, balance in art, balance in life, Color Harmony in Your Paintings, Color Theory, composition, Margaret Kessler, Watercolor Artist magazine

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