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Alan Cotton proves that knife is more versatile and vigorous than the brush

How working in various mediums enhances painting abilities as well as the appearance and emotional impact of a composition

Why one day in the outdoors will do more for your painting than months in the studio. John Budicin, Stephen Quiller, Sean Conrad, Bob Rohm, Josh Elliott, Elizabeth Sandia, Daniel J Gooze, Matt Smith, Albert Handell, Jerry Smithm, Frank LaLumia, Chris Stuart, Kevin Macpherson, Libby Tolley, Bonnie Paruch, Diane Van Noord, Camille Przewodek, Judi Wagner and Kenneth Cadwallader

This often overlooked subject is wide open to interpretation. Donna Zagotta, Dick Cole, George James, Priscilla Krejci, Marian Heath-Axley, Jane Iten and Janet Laird-Lagassee

The Portrait Society of America's Chairman Letter

Is this artist three parts polar bear? Helsinki artist Jorma Helenius not only skis to his locations but he uses antifreeze packs for his paints.

Use the four big guns to get to the essence of your subject

John Lovett shows you how to beat your paintings into submission

Canadian artist Barry McCarthy discusses the key components of style and technique

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

Watercolorist Thomas Wells Schaller delves into the nuances of observation and imagination

Martin Wessler believes the key to a really good work of art is knowing clearly what the "spark" is

Our series continues with behind-the-scenes insights from some of the best international artists working today.

Bob Brandt shares tips and techniques for painting the sea in all of its varying moods

Pinpoint the defining characteristics of successful landscapes and tune-in to their visual energy.

Where do you find your inspiration? This artist encourages you to be attentive and seek out ideas at every turn.

How the same small area can provide 50 years' worth of painting subjects - only the lighting changes.

There will be no stopping you when you find an easy way to paint texture

Catherine Hearding demonstrates how she utilizes color to enhance the mood of her landscapes

Having grown up in Canada's icy whiteness, it's not surprising that this artist feels the need for vidid, intense color.

Being a professional safari guide in Africa has had a direct influence on Dolfi Stoki's work as an artist

Quiet time can allow us to express our true nature, which is the source of creativity and uniqueness.

Drawing on the techniques of Sargent, Sorolla and Zorn.

How to use four critical elements.

In Part Three of a new series Master Artist Daniel Greene reveals his formula for mixing colors

Victoria Kart demonstrates how to keep acrylic paintings fluid by utilizing water throughout the process

From plein air studies to final studio paintings, Kim Casebeer distills the intensity and vibrance of the landscape

Jeff Olson’s abstract landscapes embrace the spontaneity of both nature and the painting process itself

Color and spontaneity are the two most important aspects of what this artist paints and how she paints it.

There are excellent rewards for the art seller who learns to appeal to people's envy without telling them they're greedy.

This artists background across two continents in commercial art, numerous crafts and advertising, has contributed a certain quirkiness to his paintings, which hallmarks his own consistent style..

Advice and ideas to help guide the working process, form the development stage to production

Long-time International Artist contributors James Gurney, Harley Brown, John Lovett and Richard Robinson chat about the past, present and future

Jo Payne creates textured coastal paintings in oil using a classic notan as a starting point

Sandy Terry shares the elements that are fundamental to her creative process

An interview with Sharon Sprung

Building up underpaintings in shades of grey before glazing with color.

A distinctly symbolic take on painting portraits.

Brian Smith integrates figures and structures in his representational landscapes

John Lovett discusses techniques for using a hake paintbrush

John Lovett explains how to achieve a loose casual style while still maintaining accuracy and detail.

Classically-trained artist Julia Albo uses the power of observation to create three-dimensionality on a flat surface

Morgan Samuel Price Explains how to adjust color to create accurate shapes and perspectives

Morgan Samuel Price Explains how to adjust color to create accurate shapes and perspectives