Learn how to integrate graphite drawing, watercolor painting and use of Photoshop to create a cohesive, textural painting.
Often what we appreciate in an illustration, and what draws us to it, is how it makes us feel. We have … Read More
There are many ways to incorporate textures into your painting, and I have a few to share.
More and more I am incorporating textures into my art. When using acrylics, there is no shortage of sands, gels, and impasto mixtures … Read More
Maxfield Parrish was an American Artist who made glowing images with saturated colors that featured neo-classical imagery. His first big break as an artist and commercial illustrator was the cover of L. Frank Baum’s Mother Goose in Prose. He worked … Read More
Express Yourself! Paper Masks Inspired by Japanese Noh Masks
This summer while researching projects for my seventh grade art class, I came across these Japanese Noh masks. They are quite expressive and beautiful, while maintaining their simplicity.
Noh classic … Read More
Amazing illustrations start with a simple idea. Working out your thoughts visually in a sketchbook can help you develop them into complex, detailed art. Get a behind the scenes look at how I make my art.
There are many strategies … Read More
This is part three of How to Use Narrative Art to Teach Elements of a story. Part one discussed setting, and part two discussed conflict.
Analyzing narrative art teaches students how to observe and think critically about the world around … Read More
Hey everyone! I just finished a huge painting project- Sleepy Puppies, dedicated to shelter dogs.
For anyone who knows me, they know how important dogs are, specifically shelter dogs. I have always wanted to make a piece of art dedicated … Read More
This is part two of How to Use Narrative Art to Teach Elements of a story. Part one discussed setting.
Analyzing narrative art teaches students how to observe and think critically about the world around them.
Narrative Art is particularly … Read More
In San Francisco recently, a man boarded the subway, brandished a gun for a few minutes, walked up to 20 year-old Justin Valdez, aimed and shot the young man dead. The subway car was full of passengers, but not one … Read More
Color is subjective. If you know anything about color, you know that the way it looks depends on the color that is next to it. (If you’ve every purchased the “perfect shade” of wall paint, to only go home and … Read More
