Painting every day helps you/me become better
My month-long daily painting project is nearing its end. The most important lesson I've learned is that if you're serious about your art, you need to make the time and effort.
Today’s the day I start writing about being an artist
After many years of putting everything else first, I recently decided to paint every day. Here's how it's going, so far.
Painting a portrait with only one color
For today’s class, we had to bring in a picture of someone. Anyone. We had to paint a portrait of the picture using only one color — burnt umber.
Learning to paint the human figure is hard work, but I’m up for the challenge
The 2016 fall semester has begun. I’ve been waiting for this day! My one class this semester is Intermediate Painting. The focus will be on the figure. I love painting or rather, trying to paint, people.
Lin Lisberger. Carver of wood
I think Lin Lisberger’s sculptures are mesmerizing. They draw me in and invite me to stay a while. One, in particular, wouldn’t loosen its grip.
Where two colors meet: That’s where all the action is
Our assignment: Make two identical compositions, each at least 10″ x 12″. Use the exact same colors in both compositions. You want to have clear foreground shapes and clear background shape.