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The Art of Storytelling: How to Guide Your Viewer's Eye with Found Edges
Master the art of storytelling in painting by using 'found edges' to guide the viewer's eye & create visual flow.
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Uncovering the Secrets of Sargent's Art: A Journey Through Concepts and Principles
Unlocking the secrets of Sergeant's art: exploring concepts & principles behind his remarkable paintings #SergeantArt #ArtTips
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Painting: There Can Only Be One Dominant Color
Emphasize one dominant color, balance temperature & harmony in your painting for cohesive art.
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The Secret to Accurate Color: Studio Lighting and Why the Right Bulb Matters for Artists
Shine with accuracy: Choosing the right light bulb matters for artists who want their colors to pop! #art #lighting
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When Did Artists Start Using Canvas Instead of Wood for Oil Painting? 16th century - Titian.
Discover art's evolution from wood to canvas, influenced by Titian. Explore texture, choices, and the empowering impact of art history.
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What Makes Paintings Great? Titian and the beginning of COLORE
Discover art's essence through Titian's COLORE. Unearth history's impact on modern expressions, transcending styles.
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Do Expensive Brushes Make A Difference?
Explore art brushes, from bristle to sable. Learn mark-making nuances, emphasizing touch. Elevate your art with Rosemary Brushes.
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Oil Painting: A Brush is A Brush, is A Brush...NOT!
What makes a great brush is better answered - what do you need a brush to do and that is better answered by what is your story?
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What is a Lesser Toxic Product I Can Use to Clean My Brushes?
Safflower Oil is an alternative to clean off your paint brushes to chemical alternatives.
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Will I Encounter Issues If I Revisit a Painting that has been Sitting for Months?
The primary problem when a painting sits and dries is that the oil paint layer becomes hard.
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