Past Issue

Pulled Into the Scene

Holly Dyrland focuses on a balance of opaque/transparent layers to intensify depth in her landscapes

Visual Poetry

Acrylic painter Lorena Kloosterboer’s symbolic still lifes are charged with energy and motion

Painterly Effects

The signature style of Jane French’s portraiture is achieved through a mix of both sharp and loose brushwork

Free Bird

The alla prima technique lends Iryna Khort a sense of unbridled expression when capturing her wildlife subjects

Spontaneous Color

John P. Smolko demonstrates his one-of-a-kind mark making in colored pencil

Against the Grain

Working gradually and meticulously, Linda Lucas Hardy creates her colored pencil art using the dry brush technique

Clean and Crisp

Liz Shippam creates sharp, realistic botanical art in watercolor by building up layers of paint

Planning for Contrast and Clarity

John Lovett shows us how to develop impactful focal points by creating sketches and balancing values

On Location

Explore the studios or plein air setups of some of the world’s best artists.

Painting With Passion

In every issue of International Artist we will feature a Painting Workshop from one of New Zealand’s best artists.

The Uses of Tracing Paper

James Gurney presents numerous scenarios in which tracing paper can be an essential resource for artists

The Art of Collaboration

Kevin Grass breaks down the commission process, from working with clients to preliminary designs and logistics

Have Watercolors Will Travel

Watercolorist Roger De Muth shows us how to make compact art boxes for carrying supplies while on the go

Living the Dream

Harley Brown’s fascinating things no one else will tell you

Seeking Inspiration: A Real Page Turner

Chairman’s Letter

Perception and Realization

Jamie Coreth

Master Showcase

Finding the Hidden Beauty

Tranquil lands

Matt Angell

Vast skies

Charlotte Elizabeth

A Brief Introduction to Framing

Tips and expert advice on selecting styles that will best complement your art

Expressive Forms

Sculptor and SAS instructor Rod Zullo discusses his inspirations and artistic process