When choosing an engagement ring, there are many things you need to consider before purchasing. Usually, people choose a diamond for an engagement ring; however, not everybody likes diamonds. Yes, they have the positives such as being durable and sparkly as well as timeless but, they can be a bit […]
EASTER BLUEBONNETS Like most Texas landscape painters, I have done more than my share of bluebonnet paintings, so while the top of a “Painted Church” was from a plein air done one Spring afternoon near Schulenburg, the bottom half of a field of bluebonnets was just a big fib. I […]
Boha Glass’s Recent Asia Expedition As some of you might know, Boha is on tour in Asia at the moment, looking for up-and-coming artists, across a wide array of artistic fields. From local pottery to stone-carved smiling Buddha statues, mosaic-rimmed mirrors to beautifully embroidered traditional clothing, and much more besides. […]
This post is for owners of a Weebly website. It’s a bit techie – but not as techie as it should be! What follows covers the background to the transition from a Weebly Account to a Square Account – by 6th October 2022 problems encountered en route the appalling transition documentation […]
Mindful Monday: Cultivating Empathy and Connectedness @ Home skatt Tue, 09/20/2022 – 15:05 LACMA continues to bring experiences with works of art to you! Join us for Mindful Monday: Cultivating Empathy and Connectedness @ Home, led by LACMA educators Elizabeth Gerber and Rebecca Horta. In this live, virtual gathering, we […]
What is Minimalist Decor? Minimalist decor can be defined as a style of decoration that focuses on simplicity and functionality. This type of decor often uses clean lines and simple shapes, and it avoids using unnecessary ornaments and decorations. Minimalist decor is about creating a space that is calm and […]
Last January, I visited my friends’ ranch in Ingram and painted the Plein air (below left.) The morning was overcast and misty, but as the sun peeped over the hills, the sky took on a soft pink cast. After I returned to my studio I decided to paint 2 large […]
What is Fused Glass? Fused glass refers to the process of heating two or more pieces of glass in a kiln at very high temperatures. Basically, the pieces are melted together so they form a single piece of glass. Fused glass also has many creative uses but the invention of […]
The Royal Institute of Oil Painters invite entries to the OPEN Annual Exhibition at the Mall Galleries in November 2022. The deadline for entries is Friday 9th September 2022 so you’ve still got time to be get organised and get your entry in. This year’s theme is ‘Changing Times’, which can […]
Emma Block is an illustrator, teacher and author based in London, UK. She has worked with publishers for illustrations and branding, and has published several instructional artbooks such as The Joy of Watercolor, Get Started with Gouache and more. This course Gouache Techniques for Sketchbook Illustration is a beginner’s guide […]