Oil painters may choose to create an oil paint ground before beginning the final layer of the painting, especially if working wet on wet (painting on top of wet paint). You can dilute oil paint using oil (usually linseed oil) to create a shiny translucent layer—but beware! The added oil...
So when I saw Sharon’s tweet with ‘Paint Pictures with Words’ I simply had to jump right over and read your blog post here. It is excellent guidance on how to make words stream off the page and straight into the reader’s heart and/or brain. Reply Hennekesays April 28, 2020 at ...
No matter which you choose, sanding is key to make sure the paint will adhere to the surface and also give you a very smooth finish for the paint. Start with 100 grit sandpaper and then finish off with 220. You do not have to go to the bare wood, just sand enough to knock down t...
These windows are really paintings that use light, glass and a metal framework to create a design. The earliest stained glass windows were created for the Roman Catholic Church, and often told Bible stories in pictures. This was at a time when most people couldn't read, so these luminous ...
Re: Christmas tree, detailed instructions on how to make it)) A little digression. Many years ago, I graduated from the Architectural Institute. And like many stupid students, he went to work as an artist. My paintings were selling poorly, and my young family needed the most basic necessi...
different elements. Heavier textures like a nubby rug or a brick wall can anchor a space, while lighter textures like sheer curtains or smooth marble can make it feel airy and open. By balancing heavy and light textures, these textural elements work together to create a well-proportioned room...
They looked good, all they needed was a few subtle glazes to bring the paintings together. Vanessa had just popped upstairs to make a cup of tea with the fateful words ‘They are finished Will, just varnish them’The phone rang, she was delayed upstairs. ...
“I have written a book, and now I must become a commercial for the book I have written. What is the point of being a writer if I have to say words about the words I’ve already written? Do painters have to draw about their paintings?” ...
So what kind of questions did you ask yourself to make sure that you felt comfortable enough to make that jump? Danielle: Well, for me it was a matter of accessibility. I really, you know, I was doing this business thing and I’m like, if I’m going to do this, let me do this...
To make stickers at home, insert your designs into a color printer and then print them onto sticker paper. Once done, cut out the individual shapes either by hand or using a cutting machine like a Silhouette or Cricut. How do I make vinyl stickers?