Everyone has heard of the term ‘cataract’ and most people know someone who has had cataract surgery. But cataract is a term that is very widely misunderstood. When I ask people if they know what a cataract is they invariably reply that it is a skin or film that grows over the eye when you… Read more What You Should Know About Cataracts
Author: Andy Jenkins
Alternatives to Stretched Canvas for Oil Painting
Most artists enjoy trying new materials. Here are some alternative surfaces for painting in oils. Most are easily found in art supplies sources. Stretched canvas is the most common surface for oil painting. Canvas practically defines the genre. Let’s face it, people are used to seeing paintings on canvas stretched on frames. It may be traditional, but stretched… Read more Alternatives to Stretched Canvas for Oil Painting
Choosing the Right Easel for Painting and Drawing
Artists in the market for a new easel for their art studio may be stunned by all the choices. There are metal easels, wooden easels, A-frame, H-frame and French easels and all types of features that may make the easel more attractive to certain types of artists, and useless to others. Here is a guide… Read more Choosing the Right Easel for Painting and Drawing
Tips for Sketching with Watercolor Paints
Sketching with watercolor paints instead of traditional dry media can give you the advantage of colorful, textured sketches that offer a more complete impression of a scene. Here are some tips for getting started with watercolor sketching. Watercolor Sketching Tip #1: Keep it Loose The first key to sketching with watercolor is to keep your… Read more Tips for Sketching with Watercolor Paints
