The Best Way to Gesso the Canvas
And why you must gesso your canvas What is gesso? Gesso is a paint-like substance that is brushed on a canvas or substrate to prepare it for painting. Its purpose…
5 Ways to Paint Canvas Edges: Pros and Cons
When it comes to creating art on canvas, paying attention to the edges can make a significant difference in the overall presentation. Unfinished canvas edges may look amateurish, while a…
15 Essential Artist Mindset
Why does mindset matter so much for artists? Can't we just do what we love—paint and draw? Well, my friends, here's the thing: before you even pick up that brush…
Edges in paintings
Mind your edges—why edges can make or break a painting Edges are the hidden secrete between a good and a not-so-good painting. When it comes to creating a visually engaging…
How to directly sketch on canvas
It saves so much time! As a portrait artist, I faithfully followed my teachers' instruction: do a complete pencil or charcoal drawing on paper first, then transfer the drawing onto…
Why you should try to paint oil over acrylics
Many artist has wondered--should I use acrylics to paint or oil to make my art? The answer is, you can have your cake and eat to too! When I took…
using social media to validate your art.
Using Social Media to Test and Validate Your Art
Leveraging Social Media for Feedback and Growth. As an artist, I have always sought new ways to channel my creativity and bring my visions to life on canvas. Recently, I…
how to convey emotion through art
Convey Emotion Through Artwork
How to use emotion to connect your art and your audience Hey artists! Today let's talk about how emotions play a role in creating a painting. As an artist, I've…
AI art and artists
AI vs. artists: Should artists fear of AI art?
Last week, my children’s school had a parent’s round table meeting. We had a guest speaker who talked about Chat GPT. All I can say, many people at the meeting…
5 habits of highly effective artists
Five Habits of Highly Effective Artists
Do you want to be a highly effective artist? I don’t know about you, but I used to think that in order to make great art, I needed to wait…