From Good to Great: 5 More Tips for Excelling in Realistic Art
The journey to mastering realistic art is a blend of persistence, learning, and patience. In this second blog of a two-part series, I take a look at five more tips to help you improve your art.
5 Factors to Consider when Choosing Media: Pastels vs. Colored Pencils
Being an artist who can use multiple media has its benefits. It gives you the ability to decide before a piece which materials might give you the result you are looking for. Here are five factors that can help you decide if you want to use pastels or mixed media for your next piece.
10 Pros & 5 Cons of Pastels & How to Work Around the Cons
In Part 2 of my blog series, I dive into the realm of pastels, sharing insights into their history, types, and unique characteristics. While I admit to having less experience with pastels as compared to colored pencils, I provide valuable information on different pastel types, discuss the positives of using pastels, and I candidly address the challenges the medium. Despite these hurdles, I am enthusiastic for exploring and learning more about pastels as a crucial part of my ongoing artistic journey.
8 Pros and 5 Cons of Colored Pencils & How to Work Around the Cons
Discover the dynamic world of colored pencils and pastels for creating realistic artworks. In Part 1 of this two-part blog series, we'll explore the possibilities these mediums offer. We'll delve into the specifics, uncovering both the strengths and challenges of working with colored pencils, revealing the secrets that bring vibrancy and detail to your art.
“If you hear a voice within you say you cannot paint, then by all means paint and that voice will be silenced.”