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Beginner Artist

As a beginner artist and creative individual, you must learn about the foundational artistic elements without which you will not be able to proceed in your artistic pursuits. Browse through these beginner-friendly articles that help new and young artists learn the basic skills and techniques that are necessary to excel.

Have you ever wondered how to draw or paint intuitively? Simply put, intuitive art is when you tap into your intuition to create art. By doing this, you create art in a carefree way that gives you permission to experiment and make mistakes. Ultimately, you make art without overthinking the creative process. So click here to learn more about the intuitive approach to art to learn how you can adapt it to your daily art practice.

January 24, 2023 · In: Art Education

What is Intuitive Art and How Can I Create Intuitively?

What Is intuitive art? As an artist, you know it can be difficult to come up with new drawing and painting ideas. Especially when your well of inspiration has run…

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What is the difference between watercolour pencils and regular pencils? Well, coloured pencils are made with an oil or wax binder whereas watercolour pencils are water-soluble. That being said, how do you use watercolour pencils? There are many watercolour pencil techniques that use both wet and dry application. To learn more, check out this guide about watercolour pencils for beginners to discover why you should create art with them.

August 9, 2022 · In: Watercolour

How to Use Watercolour Pencils (This is All You Need)

Did you know that you can paint with watercolour pencils instead of pans and tubes? It’s true! Watercolour pencils are unique because they combine the best aspects of painting and…

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How many types of watercolours are there? Watercolour paints come in pans, tubes, pencils, liquids, gouache, and other forms. In addition, there are different types of watercolour brushes including synthetic, blended, and animal hair brushes. As well, there are several types of watercolour paper to choose from including hot and cold-pressed varieties. So, check out this guide for a detailed breakdown of all these kinds of watercolours.

January 8, 2022 · In: Watercolour

How Many Types of Watercolours Are There? (Right Now)

Like people, watercolours come in many shapes and sizes. The trick is to find the best type that suits your personal preferences and artistic endeavours. After all, each type comes…

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You can tell if a watercolour painting is good if the colours are vibrant, the layers are luminous, and the pigments look transparent. These three artistic traits are essential in order to create great watercolour artwork. So check out this detailed article to learn about good watercolour painting techniques and tips for beginners. In addition, you’ll discover the best watercolour paints for beginners.

December 21, 2021 · In: Watercolour

What Makes A Good Watercolour Painting? (3 Important Traits)

Watercolour is an enjoyable hobby that many people take up with the intention of painting lovely artwork. To do so, you first need to know which artistic traits are most…

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Learn how to paint an easy silhouette painting for beginners by following this step-by-step silhouette art tutorial. In it, you’ll be shown how to paint a watercolour silhouette sunset with a tree. As well, you’ll learn all about the best painting techniques, which art supplies you’ll need, and the best watercolour paints to use. So save this pin for future reference when you’re ready to create.

October 12, 2021 · In: Tutorials

How to Paint A Watercolour Silhouette Painting (15 Minute Tutorial)

Watercolour silhouette paintings are unique and beautiful. A silhouette is a solid shape that is completely dark and featureless, and it is usually contrasted against a light background. In this…

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What is art inspiration? Simply explained, it is a type of inspiration that inspires creativity. So, how do you find art inspiration? You can find inspiration to draw and paint all around you by exploring drawings, paintings, and sketches created by other artists. For more information on how to get your artistic inspiration back, check out this list of art inspiration ideas to help you recharge your creative batteries.

September 21, 2021 · In: Art Education, Featured Posts

10 Easy Ways to Find Art Inspiration (That Work)

Let me guess… You clicked on this article because you’re feeling uninspired. You just can’t seem to find art inspiration to motivate you to create new art. Believe me, I’ve…

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How do artists use colour theory in art? First of all, artists learn about colour theory basics including complementary and analogous colours, tint, hue, tone, saturation, and shade. Second, artists learn about colour harmony and relationships in order to understand the basic principles of colour theory. Third, save this pin to your board and check out this online guide for more information.

September 14, 2021 · In: Art Education

Colour Theory for Artists: Fundamentals You Need to Know

You must understand colour theory for artists because it is crucial for every artist’s success. Colour theory is a set of rules, guidelines, and principles that help artists decide how to…

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Is it bad to be a self-taught artist? Of course not! In fact, many successful artists such as Vincent van Gogh were self-taught. That’s why, in the self-taught artist vs trained artist debate, there are many advantages and disadvantages that each type of artist experiences. So, if you want to become the best, use these helpful artist tips to learn how to become a successful self-taught artist.

September 7, 2021 · In: Art Education

How to Become a Successful Self-Taught Artist in 2025

“Is it okay to be a self-taught artist?” You may have wondered at some point on your art journey. Of course it’s okay to be self-taught! After all, you don’t…

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