Artist Interview with Jordan Rhodes
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3w ago
How and when did you get into art? As long as I can remember, I have been drawing since childhood. My early inspirations were cartoons, comic books, and especially Spiderman. I remember tracing all of the original 150 Pokémon from a guidebook, and afterward I was able to draw them freehand. I also remember being amazed when my dad showed me that you could use your finger or a cotton ball to blend and smear graphite for a smooth gradient, which instantly made the cloud I was drawing look real. Throughout elementary and middle school, I would draw all the time, but eventually my interests shift ..read more
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Realistic Eye Drawing Tutorial with Leanne Bishop
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2M ago
Learn how to draw a stunningly realistic eye with a range of pencils, charcoal, and hard pastels in this step-by-step tutorial by professional pencil artist Leanne Bishop. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced artist looking to refine your drawing skills, this video breaks down every detail—from setting up your supplies, to shading and blending techniques, to using brushes and erasers to add depth, values and highlights. Watch the Tutorial Here: Materials Used: ► Strathmore 300 Series Bristol Vellum Paper, 9"x12" ► Lyra Grey Tones Set - Carbon Extra Dark H - Carbon Pencil H - Carbon Pen ..read more
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Holiday Cards in Different Mediums
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2M ago
Join us in a Holiday Card-Making Series where you'll explore four different artistic techniques to create unique, festive cards. Each video in the series features a different Strathmore card type — Watercolor, Creative, Mixed Media, and Bristol. With step-by-step guidance, you'll create your own personalized holiday cards with confidence and creativity. Check out the full series below: Video 1: Botanical Watercolor Holiday Card Tutorial with Clarice Gomes In the first tutorial, Clarice guides you through creating a beautiful botanical design using watercolors. Supplies: ► Strathmore 400 Se ..read more
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The Difference Between Watercolor and Gouache
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2M ago
Artwork by Jordan Rhodes - Gouache on left, watercolor on right Watercolor and gouache are similar mediums, but they have distinct differences that impact the outcome of a painting. Let's delve into the key differences and similarities between these two popular water-based paints. Key Differences Opacity: Gouache, with its higher pigment concentration, is typically opaque, allowing for solid, vibrant colors and crisp edges. Watercolor, on the other hand, is translucent, enabling artists to create subtle washes, gradients, and layered effects. Dry Time: Gouache generally dries more quickl ..read more
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Rendering Portraits Using Different Mediums with Hazylle Mae
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4M ago
Join our free watercolor workshops with Instructor Hazylle Mae in her series titled Rendering the Human Face with Different Mediums. In this workshop Hazylle will walk through the process of drawing and painting portraits, including teaching basic head anatomy to painting and sketching a fully rendered picture. Throughout the series, different mediums with be used as you get to know the human face with the end goal of comfortably drawing and painting portraits by yourself. SUPPLY LIST Strathmore 400 Series Drawing Smooth, (80lb/130gsm), 9"x12" Strathmore 500 Series Ready Cut Watercolor Pa ..read more
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Drawing Imaginary Scenes in Ink + Color
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5M ago
Get your materials ready and let's create dreamy imaginary scenes together! Join artist Sam Gillett on an enchanting journey into the world of ink illustration. In this workshop, you'll learn to create breathtaking scenes using pens, acrylic inks, and watercolor washes. From a misty castle to a cozy greenhouse, Sam will guide you through techniques like perspective, simple line work, shading, and detail to bring your illustrations to life. Add a touch of color with watercolor washes to complete your magical creations. CLASS LINEUP Lesson 1: Draw a Boat in Ink and Acrylic Paints Highlightin ..read more
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Using Limited Color Palettes in Watercolor Painting
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7M ago
By: Sarah Becktel What is a Limited Color Palette?When an artist talks about their “palette of colors,” they are referring to the paint colors used to create their artwork. A “limited color palette” means the artist is only using a specific selection of colors; they are “limiting” their color options. There is no set definition for which colors or how many colors constitute a limited palette – that is for each artist to decide. But if you’re interested in experimenting with limited color palettes in your watercolor painting, a great starting point might be choosing the primary colors: red, ye ..read more
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Does Art Paper Have a "Right" Side?
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8M ago
Have you ever gotten a new pad and wondered which side is the "right" one to use? The answer is, it depends! This article will shed light on the subtle or not so subtle differences between the two sides of art paper. The Two Sides of Paper: Felt vs. Wire The key lies in the papermaking process. The felt side, the one that usually faces you in a pad, is where the magic happens. A dandy roll or marking felt presses into the wet pulp, creating that beautiful texture we love. This texture can vary depending on the paper's purpose. For example, drawing paper typically has a smooth felt side with ..read more
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Acrylic Landscapes with Angela Anderson
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8M ago
Join artist Angela Anderson as she takes you step-by-step from mastering brushstrokes and mixing colors to transforming your canvas into a stunning landscape. Learn to paint fluffy clouds, majestic mountains, and vibrant flowers, bringing your artistic vision to life! Supplies: ► Strathmore 300 Series Stretched Canvas, 9"x12", traditional profile ► Strathmore 400 Series Acrylic Pad, 9"x12" ► Maimeri Polycolor Acrylics ► Princeton Short Handle Aspen Brushes ► Princeton Aspen Brushes ► Princeton Select Brushes ► Princeton Velvetouch Brushes Check out the full series below: Video 1: Learn to P ..read more
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Tropical Botanicals in Watercolor
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8M ago
Get your materials ready and let's paint a Tropical paradise together! This Workshop is packed with easy-to-learn techniques, perfect for painting tropical botanicals like plumerias, birds of paradise, monsteras, and caladiums. We’ll learn watercolor skills like creating graded washes in a monochromatic palette, glazing, variegated washes, wet-on-wet, and adding gouache backgrounds. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned pro, this class is open to all. This series would include practice demonstrations and guide you through full step-by-step processes to paint botanical illustrations. CLASS LI ..read more
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