Amsterdam Acrylic Paints: The Review: I’ve chosen Amsterdam because the colors tend to be sharper and more vibrant. Also, it is relatively easy to find them in the more economical tubs, instead of the tubes. When I’m mixing or diluting the paint I’ve often gone for the less expensive Pebeo brand for its better viscosity. … Continue reading My Favourite Art Supplies – The Best Acrylic Paints
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #189 – Paper-Thin 09-006
Paper-Thin 09-006: The History: Share what you see and continue the story. This series was a challenge I gave myself to see how thin I could make the clay before it cracked... It was a great learning experience with various materials. How to slow-dry the clay, when to add engobes, how to handle it before … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #189 – Paper-Thin 09-006
Fun Fotos for Friday – What the Muse Inspired
These are a perfect continuation of last week's photos, as they show some of what my Muses have inspired. What do you think and feel when you see these montages? I frequently move my art around and I'm never completely sure why. What do these placements say to you? You'll also find some items that … Continue reading Fun Fotos for Friday – What the Muse Inspired
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #188 – Paper-Thin 09-007
Paper-Thin 09-007: The History: Share what you see and continue the story. Someone put the idea of contrast is better in my mind and I have been reaching for it for years. I could blame it on a book by De Chirico and the whole Chiaroscuro movement, but that would be exaggerating the point. I … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #188 – Paper-Thin 09-007
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #187 – Paper-Thin 09-008
Paper-Thin 09-008: The History: Share what you see and continue the story. When you find your stride and let go of the outcomes, magic can happen! This series was a challenge I gave myself to see how thin I could make the clay before it cracked... It was a great learning experience with various materials. … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #187 – Paper-Thin 09-008
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #186 – Paper-Thin 09-009
Paper-Thin 09-009: The History: Share what you see and continue the story. This series was a challenge I gave myself to see how thin I could make the clay before it cracked... It was a great learning experience with various materials. How to slow-dry the clay, when to add engobes, how to handle it … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #186 – Paper-Thin 09-009
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #185 – Paper-Thin 09-010
Paper-Thin 09-010: The History: Share what you see and continue the story. Dissatisfaction and boredom can sometimes be great motivators for experimentation. I had purchased some low-firing red clay and it shouldn’t have worked in my usual Cone 6 firings, but I love doing what I’m not supposed to. I had no idea what it … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #185 – Paper-Thin 09-010
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #184 – Paper-Thin 09-011
Paper-Thin 09-011: The History: Share what you see and continue the story. This series was a challenge I gave myself to see how thin I could make the clay before it cracked... It was a great learning experience with various materials. How to slow-dry the clay, when to add engobes, how to handle it before … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #184 – Paper-Thin 09-011
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #183 – Paper-Thin 09-012
Paper-Thin 09-012: The History: Share what you see and continue the story. This series was a challenge I gave myself to see how thin I could make the clay before it cracked. It was a great learning experience with various materials. How to slow-dry the clay, when to add engobes, how to handle it before … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #183 – Paper-Thin 09-012
My Favourite Art Supplies – Canvas: My Favourite Pre-made.
Stretched Canvas: The Review: Sargent brand offers a double primed surface, which allows you to use less paint on the painting and to take advantage of the pure white for building up layers and depth. I think it’s a great bang for the buck! As you get more comfortable with your materials, you may find … Continue reading My Favourite Art Supplies – Canvas: My Favourite Pre-made.
The New Renaissance Mindset 