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The Power of Radial Lines: A Composition Game-Changer
Unlock the power of radial lines: a technique to elevate compositions & guide viewer's eye.
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The Art of Erasing: A Review of Prisma Color and Other Favorite Erasers
Discover your perfect eraser! Reviewing Prisma Color & other favorite erasers for artists to achieve flawless art. #arttips #erasers
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The Simple Trick to Scaling Your Artwork: Proportion Wheel for Art and Proportional Canvas Measurement
Scale your artwork with ease using this simple trick: reference one outside measurement for proportional canvas measurement #ArtSecrets
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Protecting Your Brushes from Pests: A Brush Owner's Worst Nightmare
Protect your precious brushes from pests with Chris' expert tips on sealant packages & cedar blocks #ArtSupplies #BrushProtection
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Embracing Artistic Expression: Why Online Art Schools are a Great Fit for Homeschool Kids
Revolutionize homeschooling with online art classes: expert instruction, flexibility, structured curriculum, & community building.
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What You Have to Know about Oiling Out with Oil Painting: Chris Answers Questions
Preserve your oil paintings. Learn how to clean surfaces, manage drying times based on humidity, and choose varnishes, for longevity of art.
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Lumograph (Blue) and Faber-Castell (Green): Which Pencil is for Me?
Explore the world of art supplies, from Staedtler vs. Faber-Castell pencils to the importance of sharpeners and mechanical pencils.
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The Power of Protecting Transparent Colors for Depth and Beauty
One of the most crucial aspects of oil painting is layering. Each layer is important and impacts the result in terms of color intensity.
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Capturing Mood: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Expressive Charcoal Drawings
Discover the art of capturing mood with charcoal! Step-by-step guide on creating expressive charcoal paintings & conveying emotion.
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Destroying the Shape: A Look at Sargent's Unique Painting Technique
Sargent destroys shapes, forces us to look beyond the obvious, & trains our eye to see the beauty in chaos.
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