Ann Richman 9/28/23 Ann Richman 9/28/23

3 Tips I Learned from Critiques By Professional Artists

Getting your artwork critiqued by a professional artist is like having a secret weapon to help you up your art game. They can spot weaknesses you might miss, give you high-level tips, boost your confidence, and spark new ideas, making your art even better. Here’s what I’ve learned from 2 artists and how I plan to use that information to help me improve my art.

Ann Richman 9/14/23 Ann Richman 9/14/23

10 Art Competitions to Enter

Entering art competitions has many benefits including receiving feedback on your work, challenging yourself, and getting validation. Check out this list of competitions, set your sights on one, and give it a shot. What do you have to lose?

Ann Richman 8/17/23 Ann Richman 8/17/23

A Pet Portrait Sampling Over Time

In tracing the captivating journey of pet portraits across the annals of history, it becomes abundantly clear that the bond between humans and their beloved animal companions transcends time. Follow me as I take a sampling of pet portraits throughout history to the present day.

Ann Richman 8/10/23 Ann Richman 8/10/23

How to Use Solvents with Colored Pencils

Solvents are a great tool to have in your colored pencil arsenal. Learn how to use them to take your artwork to the next level and achieve painterly masterpieces.

Ann Richman 8/3/23 Ann Richman 8/3/23

Mastering the Art of Burnishing with Colored Pencils

Let’s dive into the art of burnishing with colored pencils, revealing the tips, tricks, and techniques that will take your artwork to the next level.

Ann Richman 7/27/23 Ann Richman 7/27/23

Essential Beginner Colored Pencil Supplies

This essential supply list will help you to start creating beautiful colored pencil pieces without all the fuss.

Ann Richman 7/20/23 Ann Richman 7/20/23

The Time-Saving Secrets of Successful Artists

Time seems to melt away like the clocks in this Salvador Dali painting, “The Persistence of Memory”. Successful artists know how to harness time and focus on their art. Here’s how.

Ann Richman 7/13/23 Ann Richman 7/13/23

5 Colored Pencil Paper Types Explained

Figuring out which type of paper to use when using colored pencils can be confusing. Here are 5 different paper types explained along with techniques that work well on each.