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Finding poetic beauty

Representational versus avant garde art

Why painting architecture on commission can be both stimulating and frightening.

A fellow artist puts this rejection thing into perspective.

Why pastel is so dear to this artist's heart.

The simplification of values and shapes allows Yong Hong Zhong to experiment with compositional arrangements

Our report on the 2006 Art of the Portrait Conference in Dallas, Texas.

Using loose and refined strokes, Melissa Breault creates a sense of harmony between subject and environment

Using three essential aspects of visual expression can help artist stay true to themselves

Setting up the proper arrangement and lighting, Rosemary Lewis creates florals with form and balance

Using thin transparent layers, David Barclay demonstrates the use of glazing to create depth and vivid reflections

Oil painter David Sawyer explains how knowledge gained from plein air painting can enhance a work of art

Noah Buchanan shares his own method of indirect painting based on years of study

Chien Chung-Wei uses the characteristics of watercolors to express beauty and intrigue

The figurative work of Anny Wypych explores philosophical questions, moving from personal experiences to universal ideas.

Painting in the alla prima method, Naomi Brown captures the saturated colors of the Mojave and Sonoran Deserts

From the pantry shelf into the studio - this artist feasts on two creative passions at once.

Part 2: Design for figures.

Part 1: Unity

This artist uses light patterns to create works that surpass the reality of photographs.

A quick way to nail down your design.

There are three stages of understanding on the journey to great art.

A master painter of landscapes takes on the challenge of painting fragile figures in watercolor.

John Lovett explains his methods for balancing a composition

A strong focal point, accurate color matching and simplified shapes bring Marco Grasso’s subjects to life

The overlooked details of the natural world inspire Rukiye Garip's paintings

The watercolor paintings of Heidi Williams display all the intricate forms, shapes and colors of the natural world

After 50 years drawing on site around the world, David Butt shares his experiences using a 12-step process

Brandy Kraft's interest in nature inspired her to create her own hybrid species of flowers.

Understanding hue, chroma and value allows Veronica Winters to draw and paint expressive works of art

Through artistic techniques, Tomislav Kosta has found a balance between impressionism and realism

This artist shows how he uses his mind to help memorize and develop the picture.

Thomas W. Schaller expresses the unique choreography between buildings and where they are placed in the landscape

Share the passion for painting outdoors with this dedicated plein air artist.

Making each subject look different was an interesting challenge for Kathleen Maling when she embarked on painting a series on alligators

New Zealand artist Richard Robinson demonstrates how to use photo-editing software and shares examples of his own paintings