Part 4 Featured Artist, Shohei Yamamoto, will start to exhibit and sell his works!
Born in Kanagawa, Japan in 1994, he is an artist who completed his graduate studies at Kyoto University of Art and Design in 2019 in the area of pre-disciplinary painting. He is known for his works created using a technique of repetition of paint over images of famous statues and other works, using a self-made roller.
By daring to use analog repetition with his homemade roller, he visualizes on the canvas the process of depressive repetition, creating a sense of coincidence in his works that cannot be expressed digitally. The paint is mixed with calcite (calcite), which gives the roller-applied repetitive surface a unique unevenness.
The background of the motifs is the context and stories of mythology, and the repetitive material of paint covers the entire surface. Please enjoy the unique pictorial world of Shohei Yamamoto.
●Exhibition Period: September 26, 2023 – April 22, 2024 until 11:00 a.m.
●How to purchase: You can apply here.
*All exhibited works will be sold immediately. Please note that the works will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
*Shipping fees will be charged separately.
*Please note that it may take some time to receive your work.
Please ask our staff for details.


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Leveling Up Your Digital Painting Skills: Pro Tips and Tricks
Mastering digital painting opens new possibilities for creating stunning artwork digitally. While rewarding, developing painting proficiency requires practice and the right techniques.
This comprehensive guide provides tips and strategies used by pros to elevate your digital painting. We’ll cover:
- Fundamentals like composition, values and color theory
- Brush settings and effects that bring paintings to life
- Working from photo reference material effectively
- Speed painting for increased efficiency
- Using layers strategically for non-destructive editing
- Common painting workflow from sketch to completion
- Methods for enhancing realism through textures and details
- Integrating mixed media elements into digital paintings
- Leveraging symmetry to expedite the process
- Building a catalog of custom brushes and resources
Apply these digital painting hacks and your artwork will steadily advance to a more skilled level. Let’s level up!
Master Painting Fundamentals
Regardless of medium, fine art foundations transfer to digital work. Master basics like:
Practice principles like the rule of thirds, leading lines, balancing elements, framing, depth etc.
Understand color harmonies, hues, values and temperament for appealing palettes.
Depict light convincingly through highlights, shadows, glows and attention to how surfaces reflect light.
Use linear and atmospheric perspective to capture dimension and space.
Observational and figure drawing skills translate into stronger foundations for paintings.
Paint Mixing Theory
Understand how to blend colors digitally to match real-world painting color theory.
Optimize Brush Settings and Effects
The right digital brushes and tuning settings like opacity, flow, scattering, texture etc. allow matching real-life painting tools and mediums for authentic results.
Tablet Pressure Controls
Use pressure sensitivity for natural stroke variation in thickness, opacity, scattering and more based on pen pressure.
Link parameters like hue, saturation and brightness to tablet pressure for rich, complex strokes.
Overlays like canvas, charcoal, splatter etc. add natural feel. Use sparingly at lower opacities.
Smudge and Blend
Smudge, glaze and melt brushes mix and smear colors together reproducing blending effects.
Flick brush bristles using directional chaos on texture for thick, ragged strokes.
Avoid oversaturation. Use muted tones in shadows. Add accents of vibrancy sparingly.
Work From Quality Photo References
When tackling realism, working from photo references can accelerate skills. Best practices:
Only use personal photos or commercial references you have rights or licenses to paint from legally and ethically.
Maintain original image framing and composition for accurate proportion and perspective.
Use Multiple References
Compile features from multiple photos for a unique composite result with more visual interest.
Focus on Values
Accurately replicate the shadow shapes, forms, contrasts and values despite eventual color changes. Value drives realism more than color.
Study and mimic lighting direction, falloff and intensity across subjects to make shading authentic.
Hide photo references on a lower layer to avoid rigid replication. Glance at them for precision but don’t rigidly trace.
Speed Paint with Blocking and Masks
Work efficiently by strategically sketching, masking areas, and painting in stages.
Map overall image flow with quick thumbnail sketches trying out compositions. Refine one into a final sketch before painting.
Block In Colors
On a separate layer, roughly block in solid color shapes for major elements like shadows to define forms.
Hide intricate areas like faces with masks while freely painting backgrounds and peripheral elements first.
Reveal And Refine
Gradually reveal masked regions and refine them with greater precision vs the free, loose initial layers.
Zoom for Accuracy
Maximize zooms on detailed regions like eyes while painting them to ensure accuracy then zoom out to assess overall cohesion.
Use Layers Strategically
Leverage non-destructive editing through layers to simplify complex paintings:
Place sketches on their own bottom layer to contain adjustments and retain throughout.
Assign elements to individual layers by color for easily manipulating each distinctively.
Use masks to gradually reveal details from rougher to more polished on separate layers.
Paint repeating elements like foliage on separate layers, then duplicate for efficiency.
Blend digital painting with photos by subtly overlaying painted layers atop photo bases.
Tweak layers non-destructively, changing blending modes and opacities until they integrate.
Standard Digital Painting Workflow
Follow this phased approach from start to finish:
Brainstorm compositions as small rough thumbnails defining focal point, lighting, flow.
Create clean line art defining outlines and major forms. Make layers for adjustments.
Flatly fill basic color regions like shadows to establish masses and balance.
Refine rendering through gradients, blending, textures on new layers while retaining base.
Introduce effects like light rays and glows on topmost layers.
Apply finishing touches to unify color balance, contrast, sharpness etc.
Enhance Realism Through Textures and Details
Augment realism by overlaying and blending textures, fabric details and natural effects:
Overlaid fine monochromatic noise adds subtle grain for authenticity.
Add slight canvas bump texture in neutral tones for physical feel.
Paint delicate textures like threads, folds and weaves on overlay layers to define material.
Replicate wood, water and stone textures through custom brushes and filter effects.
Use small custom stencil brushes to add delicate hairs along complex edges.
Fringing color edges mimics real optical lens effects.
Dust and Scratches
Apply a light touch of grunge like dust, dirt and minor abrasion textures. Don’t overdo.
Incorporate Mixed Media Elements
Matching physical mediums digitally produces natural, multi-dimensional results:
Rough pencilPre-sketch key contours using textured pencils and smudging for an authentic drawn look.
Mimic soft graduated sprayed effects using particle brushes, like background gradients.
Dry Media Textures
Overlay chalk, charcoal and pastel grain textures for a rich mixed media appearance in backgrounds.
Gold Leaf, Foils and Iridescence
Adapt scanned foil textures using blending modes to integrate metallic touches.
Use custom splatter brushes subtly applied for speckled accents.
Allow some purposely sloppy bleeding of edges and allow to dry between passes for watercolor-like behavior.
Leverage Symmetry to Speed Up Painting
Redrawing both sides of symmetrical subjects is tedious. Streamline the process:
Activate horizontal or vertical mirroring to paint one side and automatically mirror it.
Select specific elements and flip horizontal or vertical axis to quickly replicate.
Complex kaleidoscope brushes automatically render radial symmetry.
Content Aware Fill
Use photo duplication tools to copy details from one side to seamlessly fill opposite side.
Replicate hand-painted textures cleanly onto opposite side using cloning tools.
Warp mirrored results slightly so symmetry doesn’t feel artificial.
Build a Catalog of Custom Brushes and Resources
Curate a collection of specialty brushes to expand capabilities:
Create sets mimicking traditional media like watercolor, oil, pastel and acrylic with authentic textures.
Natural Media Bristles
Simulate bristles, splattering, smudging and spreading effects of natural brushes.
Design brushes imprinting canvas, fabric and wood textures as you paint foreground elements.
Program brushes with scattering and rotation for chaotic stroke settling and pooling for organic feel.
Special Effect Brushes
Make brushes that generate effects like smoke, ice, fire, lighting, fur, foliage and more dynamically.
Pattern and Stamp Brushes
Design brushes that procedurally generate repetitive patterns like grids, polka dots, paisleys etc. as you paint.
Complex Brush Tips
Import high resolution images to use as brush tips like flower shapes you paint with.
Elevating digital painting skills requires experimenting with tools and techniques used by professionals. Work from quality photo references. Use layers non-destructively. Integrate mixed media elements and textures. Speed up painting by leveraging symmetry. Expand capabilities with custom brushes. With deliberate, continual practice and learning, your digital paintings will steadily advance to mastery.
- 1 Leveling Up Your Digital Painting Skills: Pro Tips and Tricks
- 1.1 Introduction
- 1.2 Master Painting Fundamentals
- 1.3 Optimize Brush Settings and Effects
- 1.4 Work From Quality Photo References
- 1.5 Speed Paint with Blocking and Masks
- 1.6 Use Layers Strategically
- 1.7 Standard Digital Painting Workflow
- 1.8 Enhance Realism Through Textures and Details
- 1.9 Incorporate Mixed Media Elements
- 1.10 Leverage Symmetry to Speed Up Painting
- 1.11 Build a Catalog of Custom Brushes and Resources
- 1.12 Conclusion


- These are some beautiful animal paintings by Tracey Clarke with an interesting use of negative space and composition.
- I'm completely jealous of MissMaddyTaylor for getting my dream job as an artist at Riot games. Her work is awesome though, she deserves to be there.
- Some more concept art by The Lantern Factory. The sketchy active style is what drew me in.
- John Lang has a great sense of color, composition and perspective, which makes each piece feel contemporary and dynamic, while the palette and texture feel vintage.
- This is a little too relevant right now, "how to create art in small studios".
Leave a comment if you would like to be featured in the next "Art Links".
Labels: art link, drawing, ideas, john lang, lantern factory, maddy taylor, missmaddytaylor, painting, promotion, small studios, Tracey Clarke


Today’s Noteworthy artist is Angie Snyder Lande who will be offering a review on samples of PASTELMAT provided by Armadillo Art. PASTELMAT is a premium acid-free and lightfast card surface (360gsm / 170lb) specially developed by Clairefontaine for pastelists. Its unique velvety surface, made from a fine coating of cellulose fibers, has the ability to grab and hold multiple layers of even the softest pastels. PASTELMAT is ideal for use with all dry media, and is also water resistant for use with washes and mixed media techniques.
The inspiration for this painting is a sunset from Siesta Key, Florida. I am always photographing skies. They are a painter’s dream with their ever-changing colors and forms. I am intrigued with light, how it glows and falls on forms. This glow I try to achieve, gives a feeling of warmth throughout my work that is peaceful and inviting.
I really enjoy working with this paper. I usually work on tinted paper for most of my pastel and charcoal drawings because it acts as an underpainting or *imprimatura.
I am always looking for a great surface that will hold up to many layers of color. PASTELMAT was soft like velvet yet durable. It handled well with soft pastel sticks as well as pastel pencil. I even worked with blending sticks, which can sometimes rough up the paper. I chose the black paper to bring contrast to the bold, warm sunset colors.
I appreciate the versatility between achieving soft blended areas of color as well as bold accents. I plan to experiment with wet media on the PASTELMAT as well.
Angie is inspired by the beauty around her. Forms, lines, textures, tones and colors transform into works of art. The forms become illuminated and sometimes figurative. The tactile experience from the creative process influences the emotion revealed from the finished work. Her drawings and paintings reflect her thoughts, her feelings, her life. Visit Angie Snyder Lande’s Art Page on Facebook
Angie Snyder Lande received her BFA from Kutztown University and has maintained her studio at the Banana Factory for over 10 years. During this time, her work has been on display throughout the region in galleries, juried shows, and invitational exhibitions. Angie has also supervised numerous mural projects throughout the community, and continues to teach drawing and painting to all age levels.


As I mentioned before I live in a condo. This is the first condo I have ever been in with some style and they let you paint your front door - forward thinking. This is what I started with,
Oops, Pear Cooler ( my favourite!!) in the picture. But this door is fine, I have always had a white door but this one cried out for something different. The siding is pale creamy beige. There are green, burgundy, grey and black doors here in the complex but I thought it needed glossy black.
It was worth inhaling stinky paint to get this high gloss effect. I used Tremclad high gloss black. I think it looks great with the furniture and I painted the finials in the same high gloss.
I don't normally like black but this works for me. The fall wreath will stand out (did not want to put it on yet, the door is still a bit wet), any white Christmas wreath will be gorgeous. It is so unlike anything I have ever done and the effect is dramatic, I like it a lot.
As well last week we painted the stairs. Our contractor was kind enough to rip the dirty beige carpet out which left the stairs looking like this:
So he made them look like this:
Which is mdf and trim. He did an amazing job but it still needed to be painted. I have painted stairs and railings before (job before took 7 days straight!) and it is the sort of job you don't look forward to. So with urethane on the wood, 2 coats of primer and 2 coats of floor paint it now looks like this.
Much better. And now if I could get someone to help paint the high walls in the stairwell it would be perfect. We're getting there.
Until next time,


Oliver Lee Jackson:
March 3 - April 28, 2018
Reception: March 3 / 5-7pm
Rena Bransten Gallery is pleased to present a solo exhibition from celebrated artist Oliver Lee Jackson. The exhibition will include paintings and drawings that excite, mystify and charm with their technical virtuosity and sheer physicality, as they invite the viewer to travel to another realm.
These large scale colorful paintings and intricate works on paper are celebratory in nature and invite us to rejoice in seeing for the sake of seeing. Throughout his over five-decade career, Jackson has continued to explore pictorial and perceptual power, force, and sacred space. While his works contain (often recurring) figures, he circumvents expectations of a narrative.


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With painting as his main medium, Joonas Kota (b. 1976) is distinguished for his meticulous work and attention to detail. Kota’s works, all borderline between abstract and figurative, often create parallel realities and drift between the fragility of the momentary and timelessness. Kota’s oeuvre revolves around three elements: the symbolic reality, the reality in itself, and the transcendental. In his earlier works, Kota proposed how an abstracted forest turns into a virtual scape, how a diamond reflects fractions of the world around us, and how an Emoji icon has gained symbolic meaning even outside its original context. With these elements, Kota pays tribute to the meaning of motifs in painting, by carefully elaborating on each for each series.
Kota graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts in Helsinki in 2003 and is represented in both private and public collections, including Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art, Helsinki Art Museum – HAM and E.W. Ponkala Foundation’s collection. The artist lives and works in Helsinki.


Raphael,Born on April 6th 1483 in Urbino Italy, grew up to be a famous painter. Known for painting the Madonnas, no not the singer, in Rome from 1509 to 1511. In 1514 Pope Julius II actually hired Raphael as chief architect. Close to that same time, Raphael completed his last Madonna called "Sistine Madonna" as an oil painting. Ironically the day he died was April 6th 1520, what a coincidence!


March 6, 1927--May 15, 2020
Oleg was one of the icons of western art in the United States and is a member of a the Skull Society, the elite group of top artists who display their work at the C. M. Russell Art Show and Auction. His work is in collections all over the world, and has won countless awards. It is enormously popular with both collectors and fellow artists. Oleg was born in Harlem, New York in 1927. He was the son of immigrants, fleeing from the revolution in Russia. He began his career as a commercial artist, then fell in love with western art after a visit to the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma, and was inspired to do fine art. Though best known for western art, Oleg's subjects include abstracts, Native Americans, jazz musicians, automobiles, oil-drilling paintings, and various others. A fearless and ever evolving artist, he got interested in something and dove into painting it with the style that best suited the subject. Oleg passed away at home in Cedar Park, TX May 15, 2020. His joy-filled, exuberant character will be forever evident in his beautiful works of art.
Lesa is Oleg's daughter, and fifth child, and began painting and selling art at age 14. Her original subject matter was primarily "Americana" which included pastoral scenes, westerns, landscapes, portraits, and occasionally, fighter jets or other commissioned subjects. Lesa painted primarily in oils. She won many awards and had a successful career as an artist, into her 30's. Lesa's interest in working with children in the field of speech-language pathology put her on a different career path for a few decades. This has been a very rewarding and demanding career that she loves. Lesa missed the wonderful expressive outlet of creating art and returned to painting in 2015. She won Best of Show in acrylics at the Heart of the West Art Show and Auction her first year back painting. Expanding her subject matter and style of painting to include a wider variety, Lesa is gradually developing a new following. Life seems to have come full circle with art becoming the biggest draw for Lesa's energy, once again. And she loves it.
Lesa's originals are currently available online and at Miniatura Gallery in Santa Fe, NM.
Rachel is the eighth and youngest child of Oleg & Carol. Growing up, she was surrounded by excellent art created by her father and siblings. In this way, she was lucky to be trained in the principals of good design and technique without even trying. Rachel owned a very successful decorative painting company for 14 years, making her living painting enormous ceiling and wall murals in the Italian fresco style. She recently began discovering her passion for fine art incorporating two of her favorite things: animals & patterns. She grew up in Austin, Texas and holds a BA in psychology from the University of Washington. She holds a national 8-ball title and used to be a world-class billiard player who formerly competed on the Women’s Professional Billiard Association Tour. She is an avid cruciverbalist, and she lives with her husband Travis in Austin, Texas.
Rachel's originals are currently available online and at Miniatura Gallery in Santa Fe, NM.
PLEASE NOTE: While some originals are available on our website, please feel free to contact us if you would like to commission a piece from Lesa or Rachel!


With so many exciting new developments happening in the city, keeping up to date with the latest murals can be tricky. Here are some of the newest works of art that have popped up.
Carnaby Mall New Brighton
Photo Credit: Jade Cavalcante.
Tess Sheerin, December 2016
Corner of Armagh Street and Durham Street North
Wongi Wilson, December 2016
270 St Asaph Street
Find amazing works of art around the inner city streets of Christchurch.
Explore the city's works of Street Art with this awesome map.


A fresh coat of exterior paint can add significant curb appeal to your home. It can also protect the siding from moisture and sunlight damage. It is a project that requires professional painting skills and experience. Before choosing a contractor, ask for references from past clients.
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The paint industry has moved away from traditional oil-based paints to water-based acrylic and latex paints. These newer paints can withstand moisture and dirt, and they have less odor than oil-based paints. They are a good choice for exterior surfaces and can be used on wood, metal, and vinyl siding. However, if you want to use alkyd paint, be sure to follow the instructions on the label carefully. If you’re not familiar with these paints, ask your local home improvement store for advice.
Alkyd paints are durable, long-lasting, and provide a beautiful finish for many surfaces, including stucco ceilings and doors. They also resist fading and chipping. They are available in a wide variety of sheens, from matte to high gloss. They are easy to apply and require a brush, roller, or sprayer. They dry quickly, but they can take up to four hours to cure. In addition, they require the use of mineral spirits or turpentine for thinning and cleanup. These solvents are toxic and flammable, so you should work in a well-ventilated area.
Unlike traditional oils, which are thick and dry to an uneven sheen, alkyd paints dry to a smooth sheen that’s easier to clean and is more resistant to mildew growth. This is especially important for areas exposed to rain or foot traffic. The sheen of alkyd paint also hides minor surface problems, such as brush marks or dents, and it’s better able to withstand harsh weather conditions.
It’s important to remember that alkyd paint can’t be painted over with latex paint, because the latter’s gloss won’t adhere to an alkyd coating. In order to get the best results from your painting project, you should use a primer before applying alkyd paint. This will make it easier to hide imperfections, and it will help the next layer of paint adhere to the surface.
While these products aren’t ideal for every application, they are an excellent choice for protecting metal and wood from weather and natural wear and tear. In fact, they’re one of the most popular types of industrial and commercial surface coatings. They can also be used to protect concrete structures. The resin in these products is called alkyd, a complex oil-modified polyester that acts as the film-forming agent in some paints and clear coatings.
Acrylic latex paint
Choosing the right type of paint for your home’s exterior is an important decision that can affect its longevity and appearance. The best choice is acrylic latex paint, which dries quickly and resists moisture damage. It also offers good adhesion to a variety of surfaces and is easy to touch-up. In addition, it is resistant to fading due to sunlight and can be easily cleaned with a mild detergent. This makes it ideal for exterior painting projects.
Acrylic latex is a water-based paint, so it is non-toxic when dry. However, it can be toxic when used improperly. When applying the paint, it is important to wear nitrile gloves and use a respirator mask to avoid inhaling the fumes. You should also make sure that the paint you purchase is free of lead, which can be harmful if inhaled. Look for a label with “lead-free” or a warning symbol to ensure that it is safe to use.
When applying the paint, it is important to prep the surface. Clean walls, fill cracks and holes, and sand where necessary to get the best results. It is also important to choose the right brushes and rollers. For example, synthetic brushes are better for water-based paints, while natural bristle brushes offer a smoother finish. Finally, it is a good idea to apply multiple thin coats rather than a single thick one, as this will help the paint dry evenly.
It is important to know that some brands of acrylic paint can be used indoors or outdoors, but others are only intended for outdoor use. Exterior acrylic paint is made with weatherproof additives, so it is more durable than regular interior acrylic. However, it is still important to keep in mind that the paint may lose its integrity if exposed to extreme heat or cold.
While most painters consider acrylic paint to be the best option for home exteriors, many homeowners are also beginning to use latex paints. Latex paints have many benefits, including their quick drying time and ease of application. These paints are also available in a wide range of colors, so you can find the perfect match for your home.
Epoxy paint is a special type of floor coating that can be applied to concrete or other surfaces. It offers a hard, durable finish that is easy to clean and resists chemicals, oils, moisture, and heat. It also resists scratches and abrasions. It is available in a variety of colors and unique mixes, including metallics. Epoxy is a good option for garages, workshops, and other areas that are exposed to heavy foot traffic or greasy spills. It can also be used as a base coat for floors in saunas and bathrooms.
Epoxy can be mixed and applied in a similar way to regular floor paint. It is important to follow the directions carefully and apply several coats. Each coat needs to dry for at least four hours before applying the next. It is best to use a brush or roller, rather than spraying. Spraying is less accurate and can damage the epoxy coating.
Before you begin to apply the epoxy, you should prepare the area. Start by cleaning the surface with water and degreaser. Then, scrub the floor with an electric power scrubber or by hand until it is completely clean and free of grease and oil. You should also patch any cracks or holes in the floor before you apply the epoxy.
The epoxy is available in both solvent-based and water-based versions. Water-based epoxy paints are typically less toxic and easier to apply. However, they may yellow over time and may not be as durable as a solvent-based version. If you are planning on using the epoxy for a heavy-traffic area, consider choosing a solvent-based product.
You can purchase epoxy paint at any home improvement store. If you’re not sure which kind to choose, ask a professional for advice. He or she can help you choose the right type of epoxy for your specific project. In addition, you can buy a high-quality product online. Be sure to look for one with a warranty and an expert support center. Also, be sure to test a small portion of the epoxy on your surface before applying it to the entire area.
Whether you’re painting an entire home or just a few rooms, Benjamin Moore has the right paint for your project. These high-quality paints are durable, long-lasting and easy to clean up. They also resist stains, mildew and other damages. In addition, they’re available in a variety of sheens to suit your needs. Before you choose a paint, make sure your surfaces are prepped properly to avoid highlighting blemishes. Fill any dents or cracks, caulk any gaps, and sand thoroughly to get a smooth finish.
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I've started painting again. I painted nonstop between 2006 and 2007 and then I stopped. In 2008 I started writing again, and thus was born The Shelf. But now I am painting again, and thus, you Shelf readers (numbering in the single digits - but I love you!) have not been hearing much from me in the past few months.
So anyway, I'm putting together a catalog of my paintings to send out to galleries. Here's a sampling:


TroonFIT Running on the Links Series 4
Behzod Abduraimov, piano
Wine, Dine, Ride and Romance…Show the one you love just how much they mean to you this year.
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Arizona Plein Air Painters Annual Juried Art Show
through March 26, 2013
Sedona Art Center
Arizona Plein Air Painters Show
The outdoor landscape painting group, Arizona Plein Air Painters, will hold its Annual Juried Art Show from March 14 through March 26, 2013, at the Sedona Art Center Community Gallery, 15 Art Barn Road in Sedona, AZ. There will be a free “meet-the-artist” reception on Friday, March 15, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. The awards will be given out at 6:00 PM. The regular show hours are 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM each day.
Arizona Plein Air Painters (APAP) is an organization of professional and emerging artists dedicated to painting directly from life. APAP has a commitment to natural and cultural heritage preservation, in partnership with the National Park Service, Arizona State Parks, and the Nature Conservancy.
The show comprises APAP’s beautiful interpretations of Arizona’s landscapes, cityscapes, and cultural heritage. It is a tribute to Arizona’s unique character, and promises as well to be a real treat for art collectors.
Please visit APAP’s website www.arizonapleinairpainters.com for more information on the show, the organization, and several on-location “paintouts”, to which non-members are invited. The website aslo shows examples of members’ work.
Picture is last year's "Best of Show" winner, titled "Frozen in Time" by Marsha Owen.
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Hello Susie, lovely to chat with you and welcome to your very own gallery page on my website.
I am delighted to share a selection of paintings that would be available for your Restless Coast exhibition, starting 1st July, 2021.
Prices are BEFORE your commission of 50% and are in-line with The Porthminster Gallery prices.
All paintings are acrylic on box canvas, unframed, with clean white edges, supplied ready to hang with brass fittings and cord.
Just let me know your selection and I will get them ready for despatch.
Terms and Conditions
Prices do not include P&P. I would be happy to provide a quote.
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This past August, we painted the Victoria landmark Dragon Alley. Dragon Alley is a unique combination of commercial space with adjoined residential built in one of the oldest parts of the city. This was another one of our projects where we used all Farrow & Ball colours. We started with painting the majority of the siding Print Room Yellow (No. 69) and a deep red known as Terre D’Egypt (No. 247). To compliment and break-up the main colours, we used London Stone (No. 6). Finally, we used Pitch Black (No. 256) on the ironwork. It was a pleasure to leave the Word of Mouth touch in Dragon Alley.


October 3, 2019 Demo Artist
The goal of my work is to transport the viewer into the image. To make them feel as if they are there and part of the scene. My style leans toward realism but does not fill in all of the details, hopefully leaving some of the creativity to the viewer. The medium of watercolor allows water and paint to perform magic on the paper. I love watching colors flow into one another blending into new and exciting creations.
My subject is most often nature and the inspiring beauty that surrounds us. I love the power of nature on the rampage as well as nature at rest. As long as I can remember I have loved the power of lightning storms, howling wind, whiteout rain and snow, thundering waterfalls, turbulent cumulus clouds. I have always been drawn to water and the power that is transferred from sea to air and back again. Watercolor portraying weather is a perfect match and at last I have found the skills for transferring my love of nature onto a two dimensional surface.
Growing up in the Pacific Northwest I feel blessed to have so much beauty surrounding me. My husband and I spend our summers on the water cruising on our 42 foot wooden trawler Xanadu. I spend the winters painting in my studio. I majored in Art at the University of Washington. I have studied under Bill Phillips and Christ Brown, and have taken workshops from Stephen Quiller, Nita Engle, Bill McEnroe and Kay Barnes.
Creating Art is rarely a money maker. Like many artists I have only found time for my art passion by retiring from an along list of exciting professions: teacher, realtor, Basking Robbins owner, Commercial flight instructor. I am currently showing my work at the Artist Gallery 113 Legion Way SW in Olympia, WA.
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For almost a century, abstract painting has been in existence, speaking volumes about its popularity. It is a long-standing essence of various cultural debates and an influential art that rejuvenates people and thus has become a favourite pastime for art lovers. Be it an abstract watercolour painting or just a simple abstract art; it keeps an art lover engaged.
Even in today’s era, abstract painting has been one of the most enjoyable and fun activities. Moreover, it offers various health benefits. Most artists turn to this art form as a therapeutic and calming technique, thus improving their mental health. Apart from this, this art form has also become an interesting topic in the scientific community as it is quite effective in affecting the mindsets of people when compared to figurative art.
Abstract art is essential in stimulating the creativity and imagination part of the human brain. Therefore, the more abstract art a person views or draws, the more their brain muscles exercises. A particular abstract painting can trigger thoughts, seascapes, dancing figures, or city skylines. If you are someone who thinks there is a particular interpretation of abstract art, you are wrong as there is no wrong or right interpretation; it is your mind’s perspective about the same. Before we dive into its popularity, let us understand what abstract art is:
The word ‘abstract’ implies parting or removing one aspect from another thing. An abstract painting is an unavoidable aspect of contemporary art and is thus known as non-representational art. Typically, it is an art whose primary aim is not to exhibit a precise representation of visual experience. Still, it uses shapes, colours, gestural signs, forms in order to achieve the desired effect. Sometimes, abstract art pieces can puzzle the art of painting and positively challenge the admirer of art.
Now, let us now understand some of the surprising benefits of colourful abstract art:
Though abstract art can be difficult to interpret, you should have it for numerous reasons. Let us list them for you:
Usually, the modern does not apply the traditional patterns of painting that have been used for years. Instead, they use creative methods after visualizing what they want to paint and then paint it eloquently.
Typically, abstract art encompasses a combination of vibrant colours and some amazing patterns in tranquillity. Thus, the final outcome of the drawing is one of the fascinating things
Abstract painting helps in improving your respect for visual art as it teaches the difficulties. Through abstract art, there can be a promotion of sociability within various cultures and degrees of company. Also, it enhances social skills and leads to high levels of happiness within people.
When an artist draws an abstract art piece, they do not follow any particular rule. So no limitation will stop them from painting what they want to express through their art. Since abstract painting on canvas does not have any hard and fast rule, there is no wrong or right, thus allowing the artists to paint something original, which is far better than counterfeiting any illustrations by other artists. So they can express feelings, ideas, behaviours in the best way possible.
When a person makes abstract art pieces, it teaches them to comply with the beauty of the visual world around them. So seeing their work will definitely make people cherish the beauty of life, thus developing a new respect for the natural things present in the world. Thus, many people like abstract paintings and visualize what they actually want to interpret in the picture.
Usually, abstract art is characterized by amazing and extraordinary styles. Its contemporary design amazes the looks, thus enhancing the overall image of a particular place. So rather than picking something that is ordinary or blunt, people can use amazing masterpieces. Moreover, it also lights up your place and adds a personal touch even in the coldest of places like a corporate office.
In this way, a high percentage of the audience likes abstract paintings and visualizes what they desire to picture.
There is a creative world inside all of us, and emotions are also a part of it. Since an artist depicts the emotions via their abstract art, it helps create a tranquillity between the mind and heart, thus leading you to experience various emotions such as empathy, happiness, peace, and love. Moreover, abstract painting helps you visualise and relax in this world, thus benefitting your energetic, emotional, spiritual, and organic being.
When a person makes an abstract art piece, they choose a brush for painting or decide which colours should be mixed for getting a desirable shade, thus triggering an artist and viewer to become a more decisive individual.
Apart from helping an artist decide the art, it also helps the viewer improve their problem-solving skills and develop a sense of front-line technique for addressing new situations. In addition, decision-making skills will make your brain efficient and alleviate stress significantly.
These are some of the benefits that an abstract painting offers.
It is said that beauty lies in the eye of the beholder. The same applies to abstract wall paintings and their acceptance by the viewer. So it is because art has numerous advantages, thanks to its distinctive features, that allow people to learn about the contributions made by modern artists.
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This beautiful image is printed on canvas and professionally gallery-wrapped on a wood frame. The print is ready to hang and enjoy in your home or office. Made in the USA. Archival-quality UV-resistant inks. Triple-primed with acid free titanium white acrylic primer. Canvas is 100% cotton base. Canvas frames are built with pine wood. Transform your space with the captivating Artful Printers C-20202073 Serene Abstract Canvas Art. Measuring 20 x 20 inches, this stunning piece adds a touch of elegance and serenity to any room. Its intricate abstract design, filled with vibrant hues and delicate brushstrokes, creates a mesmerizing focal point. Crafted with the utmost attention to detail, this canvas art effortlessly combines modern aesthetics with timeless appeal. Elevate your home or office decor and indulge in the beauty of this captivating masterpiece.


Bringing the Outdoors InMarch 27, 2012
I just love it when I get happy emails and photos from paint customers! I especially love it when they take my advice and see for themselves why what I suggest works. Over twenty years ago, when I was building my own home, I had already decided to paint all of the trim in my home “Ashen Green”, but it wasn’t until the “Ashen Green” was painted over the white primer on my window and French door trim, that I realized how it pulls your eye out into the view. In sunrooms or rooms with lots of windows, it can give you the feeling of being outside on a porch.
Natasha Nyberg, the client I wrote about in my October 25, 2011 post who won the Apartment Therapy contest for her room painted in our “Caribe”, emailed me recently asking to suggest a color for her sunroom (pictured below). I suggested pretty much any of the greens from our Nature’s Palette and Natasha, who lives in a cold climate and is drawn to warm colors, chose our “Peridot”.
Although her white sunroom certainly looks pretty, here’s what our “Peridot” on both walls and trim did for the space:
“I am SO HAPPY with how it turned out. The green is perfect. I really couldn’t be happier. It’s everybody’s favorite room in the house now. We never used to go back there, and now we’re always spending time in there–and the only things I had to buy were the paint and some of the plants!”
– Natasha Nyberg
I especially like the way her newly painted “Pumpkin Spice” kitchen glows through the interior window. The Peridot reminds me of the Spring greenery outside my window right now. There’s just no other color like it for rejuvenation. For more on about the properties of the color green and to see another example of painting everything green in a small room to expand the space, read our February 14, 2012 post. For more photos from happy paint customers, check out our Facebook page.


Can you believe that the 4th of July is just around the corner?
I don’t know about you but this holiday just came up so quickly and I realized I didn’t have decorations for the holidays!
Of course, I had to create my own centerpiece and I’m going to show you how you can do it as well! Not only that this centerpiece cost me less than $20 to make!
4th of July Centerpiece
The really fun thing about this centerpiece is that you can really get creative with it and make it your own! I went a little crazy and added tissue paper pom poms and cardboard stars but you just let your creativity fly!
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- Three wine bottles (or mason jars, whatever you have laying around)
- Red, white and blue acrylic paint (If you want to get the most bang for your buck, I highly recommend the apple barrel paint set They are the ONLY craft paint I use!)
Before painting your bottles make sure to wash them and remove all of the glue and paper from the outside. I’ve found the best way to do this is to soak them in hot soapy water and use nail polish remover to remove the rest.
If any glue or paper is left over it can make your paint crack!
Paint two of your wine bottles or jars with white acrylic paint. You’ll probably need a few coats to paint to really cover.
Paint the last bottle with blue acrylic paint.
Once the white paint is completely dry start taping off sections of the bottle with painters tape. These will be our stripes so make use as much tape as you want. If you want it to look exactly like the flag, make a total of thirteen stripes combined. Only use painters tape for this, any other tape will pull off the paint!
Using the red paint, paint over the entire bottle again. Once the paint completely dry, gently pull off the painter’s tape.
Next is to paint on the stars! Either draw a star yourself or grab a picture off the internet. If you want your flag to be more accurate, make sure the stars are small enough to fit all 50.
Create a template of your stars by cutting out your star and taping it to the bottle. Be careful not to get paint underneath the template!
I ended up just hand painting them on with white paint!
Use the white acrylic paint to paint on all of your stars. To make this easier and save a bit of time you can use a stamp and some white ink!
If you would like to make this project more permanent and keep it for next year you can seal the paint with acrylic varnish.
You can also add extra decorations inside of the bottles if you want your centerpiece to be even more 4th of July festive!
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Starlight Scenery, Platforma, Art of Artictic, stage director, and composer Ivan Luzan have prepared a production combining the images of the legendary surrealist artist Rene Magritte, props, and modern technology.
Starlight Scenery created a functional prop in the form of a cradle and a train from the paintings “The Treachery of Images” and “Time Transfixed,” with artists of the Berlin Circus School interacting throughout the show.
According to stand organizers, the production is so multifunctional that it can be used in theatres, circuses, concerts, and corporate events.
“One of the most famous paintings by Magritte is “The Treachery of Images,” which depicts a smoking pipe, and at the bottom of the picture is the signature of the author: “This is not a pipe”! With this work, the master shows that what we see is just an image created with the help of paints, canvas, and the amazing ability of the artist to convey realistic objects, – says production director Ivan Luzan. – Magritte’s discovery in the game of words and images inspired us to create a real pipe. But it’s not just a pipe! This is a specially designed prop, a cradle over two meters high, on which artists can perform amazing and sometimes hypnotic tricks. Our task was to revive Magritte’s 100-year-old surrealistic images with the help of new technologies: props, music, LED screens.”


MiniCon powered by Pets 2: The biggest event for the littlest ones from 3 to 12 years!
The kids were able to play in the MiniCon powered by Pets 2! The PETS apartment was conceived of for our little guests. The parents could entrust their littlest ones to trustworthy and trained hands here, and then stroll over the trade fair in peace. The PETS apartment, housed the play kitchen, the painting station, the kids' makeup station, the costume corner and a photo opportunity for great memories. We welcomed our bigger kids in the secret world of Snowball. It was the centre for action and fun on the bouncy castle and on the giant painting wall.
The heart of MiniCon was the bouncy castle, which invites younger visitors to jump around like crazy like Snowball. Kid's could really let off steam here, before they, for example, relaxed on the comfy PETS sofa in another corner.
The couch was the place to cuddle at Minicon. Here, one could take the snapshot for lasting memories with the sweet PETS soft toys. In this way, families could take their memories of MiniCon home with them.
In the play kitchen, Chloé was already looking after the pots and prepared a delicious meal together with the little ones. "Too many cooks spoil the broth" doesn't apply here. Here the little ones could cook like a real little master!
There were lots of painting templates for the painting station, which kids could fill with life in their own time at the table, together or alone. Were you more interested in pictures of Max and Duke in the countryside? Or did you prefer to paint the story of Daisy, Snowball and the tiger baby? Imagination had no limits. In the costume corner, the little PETS fans has find animal costumes suitable for the furry animation film. The PETS costumes were of course rounded off with the right "mask"! All the required paints and templates were available at the kids' makeup station – the kids choosed their favourite motif and transformed into their cuddly role models.


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This lotus shaped paint palette from Micador features two trays each with 7 wells (giving a total of 14 wells).
It’s made from strong, durable plastic.
The generous sized wells makes the palette suitable for mixing all water-based media such as watercolour and gouache.
Trays can be used as a top and bottom to keep paint from dying out. The paint palettes can also be stacked on top of each other for easy packing up and storage of used paid ready for the next painting session.
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Don’t get hung up on how messy painting can be as there are a plethora of benefits associated with this creative art form. Painting supports cognitive development, helps build confidence in both the process and the finished product. As with other art and craft activities painting helps spark a child’s creativity giving them a platform for expressing and developing their own personal style.
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Friday, August 5 thru September 3: Mars Landing Galleries presents "Out of My Mind" by Celia Reigle, a solo show. The exhibit will be abstract acrylic on watercolor paper. For more information: MarsLandingGalleries.com
Acoustic Jam at 7 pm at the Depot in Marshall. Doors open at 6 pm.
Live music at 7 pm at the Depot in Marshall. Cake walk, 50-50 and more. Doors open at 6 pm.


Nature and Wildlife Art
The rare and beautiful Spix's Macaws by Lyrae Perry ©2000
9" x 12" mixed media painting. Original available.
Prints available for most of these artworks through the American Federation of Aviculture online Store, with proceeds benefiting the AFA CITES Committee. All artwork is copyrighted by the Artist, Lyrae Perry, and may not be reproduced in any form, or electronically transmitted without express written permission by the Artist.
Check back often to see new works!
Questions? Email Lyrae Perry at: email@example.com
Black Palm Cockatoos by Lyrae Perry ©2001
9" x 12", mixed media painting. Original available.
Hyacinth Macaw and Golden Conure by Lyrae Perry ©2001 9" x 12", mixed media painting. Original available.


After graduating, I had been painting for pleasure for a few years. Currently I paint on canvas one-off artworks, using mainly acrylic paints. I find a great pleasure in painting women, who are my biggest inspire. Characters are often situated in the abstract, non-defined space, because I have an interest in highlighting the beauty of the human body. I prefer soft colors and rarely use very vibrant ones. There are many artists, who I look up to, but my favorites are Modigliani and Klimt and from Polish artist – Wroblewski and Nowosielski.
„There is something ‘disturbing’ about Luk’s artworks, something that similarly to the genius ‘California Dreaming’ series by David Hockney, the godfather of British Pop Art, cannot be ‘read’ literally. I remember very well that when I saw Luks paintings for the first time I was sure that I am dealing with a visionary artist who isn’t afraid to speak with metaphors and who has recognized ‘the weak points’ of the modern world and effortlessly plays with it. Luk’s power to feel, and in great measure, to express, will live the impact on the face of contemporary Art.” BigArtTheory.com, October 2017


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Most of our participants begin their exploration of art through drawing, and it is development in this medium that allows them to create their signature aesthetic. Instruction for work on paper and canvas includes graphite, colored pencil, crow quill pen & ink, acrylic, watercolor, and gouache, as well as a variety of mixed-media technique.
Our artists' work in painting and drawing has been widely exhibited, and recently featured at the Woodmere Museum, Fleisher/Ollman Gallery, and Vox Populi Gallery.
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The primed range of dimmers, switches and sockets feature faceplates primed with an undercoat and are ready to paint. You can now create switches and sockets in exactly the colour you want. Simply clip off the faceplate, apply your paint effect, wait for the paint to dry, and then clip the faceplate back on.
For helpful tips on painting the Varilight Primed range, featuring different paints and methods, see Varilight’s Varilight Primed – Best Practices article.


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Archaeologists often argue whether Paleolithic works of art, cave paintings in particular, constitute reflections of the natural environment of humans at the time. They also debate the extent to which these paintings actually contain creative artistic expression, reflect the phenotypic variation of the surrounding environment, or focus on rare phenotypes. The famous paintings "The Dappled Horses of Pech-Merle," depicting spotted horses on the walls of a cave in Pech-Merle, France, date back similar to 25,000 y, but the coat pattern portrayed in these paintings is remarkably similar to a pattern known as "leopard" in modern horses. We have genotyped nine coat-color loci in 31 predomestic horses from Siberia, Eastern and Western Europe, and the Iberian Peninsula. Eighteen horses had bay coat color, seven were black, and six shared an allele associated with the leopard complex spotting (LP), representing the only spotted phenotype that has been discovered in wild, predomestic horses thus far. LP was detected in four Pleistocene and two Copper Age samples from Western and Eastern Europe, respectively. In contrast, this phenotype was absent from predomestic Siberian horses. Thus, all horse color phenotypes that seem to be distinguishable in cave paintings have now been found to exist in prehistoric horse populations, suggesting that cave paintings of this species represent remarkably realistic depictions of the animals shown. This finding lends support to hypotheses arguing that cave paintings might have contained less of a symbolic or transcendental connotation than often assumed.
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|Journal||Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America|
|Early online date||7 Nov 2011|
|Publication status||Published - 15 Nov 2011|
- ancient DNA; single nucleotide polymorphism; leopard complex spotting; Franco-Cantabrian region
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I think, first time I visited Stacey Peterson's blog at Blank Canvas (http://slpeterson.blogspot.com/), it was the day of her pay forward post. I got lucky and recieved this lovely painting from her. When I actually got it I realized the differnce between looking at somebody's painting on a website and looking at it in a gallery. I was thrilled to see the subtle colors and the fine texture of her small 6x8 painting. What an accomplished artist considering she has not recieved a big formal training to be a professional painter! I am not great at taking fine pictures and hope this shows the texture and colors properly.
You can click the link to see Stacey's paintings if you have not already seen them. They show majestic beauty of mountain peaks of her region.
If you are the first to comment on this post you'll get my artwork. If you are not the first, do not worry, I want to do this several times a year. What a fun. Thanks for watching.


This isn’t your grandfather’s spray paint. It’s an all-purpose, interior/exterior satin finish, ultra-supreme, professional-grade aerosol paint borne from an industrial acrylic lacquer. It dries harder, dries faster, and coats better. And with its higher concentration of pigments, you’ll find Plutonium’s vibrant colors are the best way to make your projects come to life.
Ideal for use on metals, masonry, wood, wicker, paper, some rubber and plastic surfaces.


Regardless of technology being used in your spray gun, the scientific process of paint atomization is a crucial part to applying a material to a surface via your paint spray gun. Paint atomization replaced the process of using a paintbrush by breaking the paint into very fine droplets applied to a surface as a pressurized stream. This process in turn revolutionized how a material could be efficiently applied to any surface much faster than the conventional method of using a paintbrush without sacrificing the quality of the work.
The science behind paint atomization rests upon the application of a force, like compressed air, to a liquid like paint to break it up into tiny droplets as they are being applied. Once those tiny droplets contact the surface they are being applied to, they begin to form the thin layer of material on the surface. This ensures an even and long-lasting application of that liquid to the surface you are applying it to.
There are many variables to take into account during the paint atomization process depending on a variety of factors, particularly:
- The liquid you are applying
- The viscosity of that liquid
- The desired paint flow rate
- Air pressure settings required for the atomization technique
The paint spray gun’s air cap is critical to the paint atomization process. Depending on the size of the air cap, the paint can be stretched in a way that the liquid is atomized to the surface you are painting. The air cap’s physical geometry combined with the amount of the air applied to the product being applied are the foundation of the liquid atomization process.
The paint atomization process in recent years has been furthered by applying an electrostatic field to the materials in the application process. This technology is known as liquid electrostatic. MC Supply has a variety of liquid electrostatic products that feature the use of an electrical field in the paint atomization process.
Average users of paint spraying equipment rely upon liquid and paint atomization technology everyday without understanding how it works. The efficiency and applicability of this process forms the foundation of technology that has replaced the standard paintbrush in how we transfer the liquid to a surface.


By Giorgia Ferro
Showcasing in the splendid setting of Palazzo Pallavicini, via San Felice, from October 22nd, 2020 to the 14th of February, 2021, the exhibition “Vittorio Corcos Ritratti e Sogni” explores over 40 evocative works that trace the entire artistic career of Vittorio Corcos (Livorno, 1859 – Florence, 1933).
Dedicated to one of the most appreciated painters of the feelings and customs of the Belle époque, this show includes some of the most beautiful known women of the time who are the undisputed protagonists of the artist’s portraits. Characterized by the delicacy of the stroke, by the almost photographic minuteness in the representation of luxurious objects and fabrics but also by the psychological depth of the characters that give the subjects a mysterious appeal. These women are suspended between myth and reality on a plateau of ideal beauty and hidden meanings.
His production is also enriched by intricate landscapes immersed in the light of the Livorno coast, revealing his closeness to the poetics of naturalism, but his fame remains linked first and foremost to female figures. His most intriguing and controversial portrayal of a woman, considered by the critics of the time too explicit for the bold and unconventional pose which he depicts, is enticingly titled “Dreams”, this work is striking for the boldness of the woman’s body language and her deep and introverted gaze which draws you into the painting grasping a prolonged connection with its viewer.
With an inclination for introspection, Corcos portrays his family and intellectual friends, documenting the cultural panorama and exchanges that went on in his Florentine house giving us an insightful representation of his expertise from a technical point of view, and the ability to capture the soul and magnetism of his subjects which transpire across the ages to us today. Some of the portraits on display, at times austere, in others spontaneous, include his painter friends such as Silvestro Lega, the critic Enrico Panzacchi and fellow countryman Yorick, the publisher Emilio Treves, writer of maritime stories Jack la Bolina, and characters of the calibre of Giosuè Carducci and, of course, Emma Rotigliano, Giovanni Pascoli’s, friend and companion, known as the “gentile unknown”.
In the autumn of 1880 Corcos travelled to Paris where he measured himself with the novelties of Impressionist painting both in landscapes, paintings ‘en plein air’, and in the more congenial genre of portraits, daring a comparison with Boldini and De Nittis. In perfect harmony with the international taste and expectations of the merchant Goupil, he skillfully composed intimate scenarios and graceful “jolies femmes” an emblem of neo-eighteenth-century elegance and style, whilst being updated on the most significant influences of the contemporary art of his period.
Corcos had a villa built in Castiglioncello, at the end of the century, overlooking a large inlet of the sea, which has become one of his most popular settings for his portraits and ‘conversation scenes’, where the elegant protagonists of Umbertine Italy are portrayed, in the splendor of the summer light incarnating a bourgeoise society that had made holidays a particularly suggestive rite.
Pleasing to the eye and a wonderful way to spend an afternoon, this exhibition is a must see for it gives a direct window into the past, incarnating its poetics and moods which, in parallel with the birth of psychoanalysis, induce representations of ineffable mystery to its viewer which is left with a pure sense of wonderment.


Photographers, painters, and artisans are invited to exhibit in the Pauline Reeves Gallery at the front of the Museum of the Everglades.
April / May
featuring the artwork of Naples artist Elizabeth Smith
Having spent her early years in the woods and along the waters of Iowa, Elizabeth developed a deep love for nature that is reflected in her artwork, whether it be her quick plein-air sketches, intensive watercolor paintings or unique assemblages.
A Naples resident for over 35 years, Elizabeth's passion for Florida's native plants shines through the pages of her sketchbooks and throughout her online nature journal. Although primarily self-taught, she returned to school later in life and received her BA with Honors in Art at Florida Gulf Coast University, following with post graduate classes in Education.
Since 2013 Elizabeth has offered workshops and taught classes at the Naples Botanical Gardens and Florida Native Plant Society. She especially enjoys exploring the natural world with children and teens, leading journaling, drawing and watercolor pencil classes, helping to nurture an appreciation for beauty that surrounds them.


The painter died young.
A painter only becomes a true painter by practicing his craft.
Who's your favorite painter?
The painter went to Paris with the object of studying painting.
After tying up loose ends on the house, the carpenter gave the painter approval to begin work.
You are a good painter, aren't you?
We had known the painter before he became famous.
The world famous Hungarian painter Mihály Munkácsy's Christ Trilogy includes the paintings entitled "Christ before Pilate", "Golgotha" and "Ecce Homo".
Style is to the writer what color is to the painter.
He turned his artistic gifts to good account by becoming a painter.
He was a painter, as I knew from his appearance.
They assisted the painter financially.
Who is the most famous painter in your country?
Fria was painter and she painted herself / self portraits.
The painter of this work is unknown. / That's an amazing coincidence, I was checking out the Surrealist painters on the Internet only last week.
English word "画家"(painter) occurs in sets:文化和艺术 - Culture and art工作、职业 - Jobs
Tom found the drawer empty.
My grandmother's old watch has been lying in the drawer for years.
I searched the drawer for the key.
Every successful writer has a drawer full of rejection letters.
He opened the drawer, and took out a letter.
The lock on my drawer had been tampered with and some of my papers were missing.
I put the report card in the drawer so my mother wouldn't see it.
The drawer is stuffed full of odds and ends.
The drawer won't open.
I usually toss my loose change into my desk drawer.
The baby is too short to get at the drawer.
My hair's messed up this morning. At least lend me a hand mirror - it should be shut in the drawer there.
Empty the drawer of its contents.
I don't think that those damn batteries are in this damn drawer.
I found a cache of my grandmother's recipes stuffed away in the back of a drawer.


"As an artist, I work hard to develop paintings that speak both to me and to others about the beauty that exists in abstract color. Part of my process before I begin painting is to sketch via stream of conscious as much as I can prior to translating onto paper or canvas. I do not merely want to capture the image with my brushes; rather, with careful, colorful strokes, give life with color."
Rebecca graduated from Moore College of Art and Design in Philadelphia. In addition to Moore, Rebecca studied at the School of the Visual Arts, NYC, The Art Students League of New York, the Cleveland Art Museum and the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Rebecca worked as a storyboard illustrator in NYC for several years. She currently resides outside Philadelphia, in between travels to family in Boston, Texas and New Mexico.
BFA, Moore College of Art and Design, Philadelphia, PA
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, PA
The School of Visual Arts, New York, NY
The Art Students League of New York, New York, NY
The Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH


Gaia Painting, 24 x 48 inches
If you would like to purchase this piece, please Contact Me Here ! We can work out the final price with shipping, depending on your location I may be able to offer a discounted price.
Gaia is featured in this painting, surrounded by mystical animals & an ethereal forest. This piece took around 200 hours of work to create!
Please note, I do not take barters for this painting due to the number of hours this piece took to create. But will take into consideration your location for discounted shipping costs. Local pickup is available if you would like to pickup from my home in Toronto, Ontario.
✧ 24 x 48 inches, stretched canvas on wooden frame
✧ sprayed with matte finishing spray for longevity.
You will receive the ORIGINAL painting! Colours are even more vibrant & vivid in person. Coated with durable clear matte varnish for long-term longevity & durability.
For Canadian buyers, I accept e-transfer or paypal. Tracking & insurance is provided.
For American buyers, I accept paypal only. Tracking & insurance is provided.
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Painted brick homes can be a time consuming and tiring task, which is why many experts recommend leaving bricks alone rather than painting them. Bricks are porous, which means they absorb color, making them difficult to cover properly and evenly. In addition, when painted, it is extremely difficult to remove paint from bricks. However, if you are determined to paint, it can be done with a lot of primer and patience. Follow the tips below to make sure your red brick house is painted correctly.
How to Paint a Red Brick House
Use target sheets and magazines to cover and protect windows, doors, hangers, wood trim and other areas that you do not want to paint. Pictures of Painted Brick Homes. Dirt, mold, moss and other natural materials can get caught in the many cracks and cracks in bricks. You must wash them carefully before you start, preferably using a high pressure wash. However, set it to the lowest setting, however, to avoid damage to bricks.
Prime bricks. Use a special outdoor brick primer. Most major paint companies make them (see Resource below). Apply the primer with a brush, roller or any color spray, which will coat bricks evenly and faster. Depending on the brand of primer and the condition of the bricks, you may need to use multiple layers. Once the primer has dried, paint the bricks. Again, use a spray painter for best results. Wait until the paint has dried completely and apply another coat. Newly painted bricks are only part of the package. To really make your home really sparkle, make sure the whole outside gets a new coat or two of color. This includes the door, wood trim around the windows and porch.
Tips and warnings
If you are thinking of Painted Brick Ranch Homes with a white or toned white color, clean brick instead of painting them. Whitewash is much more durable than color and requires almost no maintenance. Wash the exterior of the tile properly and allow it to dry completely before applying a primer. Consider using a high pressure wash technique as this will loosen and release any defects in your lacquer. Seal any gaps or cracks with quality masonry dense (see Resources). Prime brick and mortar with an outer brickwork primer such as Sherwin Williams Loon or Euro lux Freemasonry Primer. Allow the primer to dry completely before applying the paint. Paint brick with two layers of acrylic paint, making the first coat dry before the other. Many painters swear by elastomeric paint, which is extremely durable.


Love 100 x100 cms Acrylic on canvas by Gülgün Aydögar
Born in Izmir, Turkey, in 1965, Gulgun graduated from the Dokuz Eylül Fine Arts University. Being in the design business for 18 years, Gulgun built her career as an interior designer all the while staying true to her grand passion for painting by establishing and maintaining an art workshop and mentoring fine arts students.
Being a painter and an interior designer allowed her to create an astounding union of colors and space, constantly exploring the reflection of delicate paint brush strokes on the tri-dimensional space.
In 2016, together with her son, Guglun moved to London where she currently resides.
The move from Turkey to the United Kingdom brought about another shift in her life – her untethered devotion to answer the ever-present calls of a blank canvas took center stage in her pursuit of harnessing the power of colors.
The paintings, ever so resplendent with colorful, passionate brush strokes, allowed her to express her spontaneously changing the inner world.
n recent years, focusing on portraits, Gulgun took upon herself a demanding challenge of transferring onto the canvas the intricate emotions behind facial expressions and body language of a woman.
Her portraits represent the interknit of a sensual feminine aesthetic with the complex and delicate inner workings of a woman.
This product was added to our catalog on Wednesday 12 December, 2018.


Latest Finished Painting! Posted on October 6, 2017 by Heather Lawrence This painting was a delight to create! I was invited to live paint at an event called the Galactic Mermaid Ball, and was inspired to create this while attendees danced around me in costumes, playing music, and frolicking at this beautiful hot spring in Ashland, OR. It’s a 20×24″ acrylic on canvas and I completed this painting while live-streaming on facebook https://www.facebook.com/purpleheartist/. The original is currently available, and prints are available as well. Send me a message for details.


We hope you will join us for our September Chicks in Aprons!
We are painting furniture and we have a special guest teacher, Gini Donaldson!
She will be showing us how to paint using chalk paint. However, you can bring any paint you wish to try!!
Find a small piece of furniture to refinish and paint! We will be working outside, so if it rains...we will have to reschedule!
If you have any questions, feel free to ask!
Be sure to RSVP!! Leave a comment here or email us to let us know you are coming!


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Artist's ProfileGraduating from University of Ulster in 1991, Johnny has for many years developed his art of Landscape and Portraiture. While his landscapes depict the rugged beauty of Donegal, his portraiture reveals a convincing accuracy in capturing a likeness.
A variety of mediums are used such as watercolour, pencil,


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Give your property a whole new, and beautiful look with a top of the line paint job. Work with Best Quality Painting and Decorating and experience painting like never before. You can call us today to schedule your appointment with our paint consultants. Free estimates are available upon request.
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Hello friends. I have come up with 9 beautiful water-colour based paintings and all of them are colourful enough to bring warmth to your homes if they are displayed in your family room. The prices are all RM250.00 per painting. There are 9 pieces of paintings of different natures and consists of different concepts too. I have used many colours with a view of giving the owner of the painting a colourful thoughts and view of his or her life which would eventually create a positive energy in his or her everyday life. So, do contact me soon.


Mark Bradford is an abstract painter working in America and is also one of the founders of Art + Practice which is an organisation to encourage engagement into art practice and also to help young people who are coming out of foster care.
The reason that I have decided to look at some of his work is because I am trying to gather a lot of research for my Studio Practice 2 Brief which I am currently planning on looking into maps.
Bradford’s works are normally gridlike and features collage. The way he sets out his paintings reminds me of certain types of maps, and he has used maps in his work before.
I really like these paintings as although the meaning behind them isn’t always clear, they are aesthetically pleasing and interesting to look at and because of his use of colour and the amount of detail he has put into it.
NB – all photographs here have been taken from these sites which he is featured in:
I do not own any of the pictures on this post.
Although I am not a painter I will definitely be putting Mark Bradford in my sketchbook because of the way he displays his work is just so different to mine, and I will use his work as inspiration to approach my work in a different way.
That’s all for now


Jaq Grantford is an internationally award winning portrait artist who has had the pleasure to paint some wonderful people...some well-known (Jacki Weaver, Johnny Young, Bud Tingwell, Mick Malthouse)...and some just people with big hearts.
Her portraits are available by commission and she takes great joy in meeting with new people to work out what their portrait should be.
Getting a portrait painted is a very personal and deeply satisfying experience and something that is timeless, be it a gift, or just to create a beautiful memory.
Contact her to find out about a sitting. Portraits are available internationally and the process is simple and very rewarding.
To commission a portrait, or get a quote, please submit your query via the contact page.
A 50% deposit is required to be on the Portrait Commission schedule.


Andrew is a Mitchell, South Dakota native and resident of 33 years. You can purchase both original works on canvas and prints of Andrew’s art work at Q Jewelry and Gifts! If you are looking for bold art you can get lost in, Andrew’s work is perfect for your home! Andrew focuses on abstract surrealism using acrylic on canvas and gains his inspiration from the world around him. Specifically, how people think, current events, social constructs, etc. which Lead to pieces that people can get lost in and interpret in their own unique way. Andrew’s prints also make great gifts for the unique art lover.


Here is a recent poster I designed for Towson University. It was awarded a Graphic Design USA, 2012 American Inhouse Design Award and a Graphic Design USA, 2012 American Graphic Design Award.
Sunday, May 20
As I mentioned in a previous post, I've been taking an oil painting class. This painting was done for the class final. The project's objective was to paint a picture based on a photo montage. I created the faces out of (about) 15 different faces. I then decided to make it a homage to a 1960s artist - Peter Max. Hence, the title.
Monday, April 30
Sunday, April 22
This Spring I decided to take my first oil painting class. I've painted before in acrylics and gouache, but never in oils. Something about how slowly the paint dries always intimidated me. Also, I don't usually work "realistically", but my years of drawing seem to have paid off. I've been pleasantly surprised by the results; and, think that I've fallen in love with this medium!
It's definitely been a while since I last posted an entry. I started a new job and after spending all day in front of a computer...my laptop stays pretty quiet at night. I've been doing more traditional art after hours. Now that I have the blogger app on my phone, it will definitely be easier to post a quick entry!


You can see and buy the paintings of Marie-Alix Ravel on the website of the art gallery of Los Angeles, Artla at: artla.com/mariealixravel
While teaching drawing and yoga to children, Marie-Alix Ravel has started to paint. She exhibited her works at numerous galleries in Montreal from 2002 to 2008.
The move of Marie-Alix to Los Angeles led her to stop painting for a while to devote herself to writing. Now that her book ‘Marie-Antoinette’s Present’ has been published both in France and in the US, she has more time to concentrate on her art again.
Her training in psychotherapy and web design and her practice of yoga and meditation give her paintings a particular three-dimensional style: material, human and spiritual, where the human being is the link between the material world and the mind.
Marie-Alix works in two very different styles with two different materials: encaustic (bee wax) and oil.
With encaustic, Marie-Alix emphasizes figurative art, while giving it an abstract style. Her work is based on the human body and especially yoga postures that are softened. Yoga allows the union of mind, body and soul, leading to self-realization. This is consistent with the idea that Marie-Alix has about art and gives her paintings a powerful message of peace and harmony.
Marie-Alix applies cold bee-wax with her fingers and works directly on the canvas. This technique gives her paintings an earthy texture that looks like iron in a way. These bodies seem, indeed, to emerge from the earth to rise to heaven, like the phoenix rising from its ashes.
With oil, Marie-Alix works first her intuition on the computer by creating her painting in Photoshop. Then she draws and applies oil painting on her canvas. Marie-Alix always finishes her paintings with her fingers, because for this artist, the touch is important: it is the relationship between intuition and matter, heaven and earth.
The organic and figurative art that Marie-Alix favors allows everyone to experience the awakening of the self. The art is turned to organic and rounded shapes and colors that are chosen digitally and intuitively, as they are, for her, a reflection of peace, kindness and unity. Figurative art is a reflection of her genuine concern for the human being and its evolution. Marie-Alix likes the complement of the two, because she finds in them the man and the woman, in all their diversity and in all their beauty.
Small round windows, blue and gold, which are found in each of the oil paintings of Marie-Alix, are guidelines for those who take time to observe them. They are always represented in numbers, because they can be connected to numerology. This science of numbers has been associated with self-knowledge since the writing exists. It is the tool that allows human beings to find their place between mind and matter, thanks to the universe of messages that numbers convey with them. For Marie-Alix Ravel, these numbers are the golden bridge between the paintings she creates and psychotherapy sessions she gives.


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We all love collectibles here at Gamers Heroes and Dishonored is full of them. Not only are you tasked with finding various Runes, Bone Charms and Outsider Shrines, but you’ve also got to locate all of the hidden Sokolov Paintings. This Dishonored Guide: Sokolov Paintings Location Guide will tell you the location of every Sokolov Painting we’ve discovered, as well as tips and information to complete any nearby puzzles or remove obstacles.
Dishonored: Where To Find All The Sokolov Paintings
Sokolov Painting #1
The first Sokolov Painting can be found in the Distillery District on your first mission. Located inside the secret room after you leave The Kennels. Interact with the Stone Statue’s eye to open and search for the painting. There’s also a Rune piece inside.
Sokolov Painting #2
Inside the Art Dealer’s apartment during The Golden Cat mission. The first one is located just inside the balcony entrance on the first floor.
Sokolov Painting #3
Inside the Art Dealer’s apartment during The Golden Cat mission. The second is upstairs in the large safe, use the code 138
Sokolov Painting #4
Inside the Art Dealer’s apartment during The Golden Cat mission. The third is opposite the large safe inside another room.
Sokolov Painting #5
On the mission when you’re sent to capture Sokolov. The painting is on the very bottom floor of his house. There’s many Guards but a Sleeping Dart or 3 make it easy, or just Blink in and out. Inside his bedroom you’ll find Whale Oil containers, fill them and take them to the end of the hall to descend towards the lower floors.
Sokolov Painting #6
This one can be found on the Boyle Estate when you’re sent to assassinate the mistress. Enter the mansion from the courtyard and take a left, going through a number of doors, through the dining room and downstairs to the kitchen. Possess a nearby Rat and run back up the stairs to the top floor, both paintings can be found here.
Sokolov Painting #7
Down the hall from the 6th painting, in a room filled with display cases. 1 Guard patrols.
Sokolov Painting #8
Inside the Dunwall Tower Interior. When you leave the Lord Regent’s room onto his balcony, Blink to your right onto the walkway. It’s in the room with the piano.
Sokolov Painting #9
In the first area in the Refinery. Use your Heart to locate the Rune in the second story window. Go back out onto the balcony and look to your right, another open window. The painting is in there.
Sokolov Painting #10
After you defeat Daud go back to the room that was originally locked. Use the key to get in go down and the painting is there.
Sokolov Painting #11
When you meet Granny Rags in the sewers, head up to the room with the Furnace. The painting is on the wall near the dripping pipe.


Anunaya Chaubey is a well-known artist and was formerly the principal of the College of Arts of and Crafts, Patna University. He also taught English literature at Patna University. Currently, he serves as the Provost of Anant National University.
A self-taught painter, his paintings have been exhibited across Indian and Canada. In 2008, he was invited by the Government of Mauritius as a visiting fellow to set up the department of Arts and Crafts at the Rabindranath Tagore Institute, Mauritius.
Anunaya earned a PhD from Patna University.
Courses Taught – Art Appreciation
Areas of Interest – Arts, Painting