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Creative Pumpkin Painting Ideas For Halloween

October 23, 2020

Halloween is nearly upon us, and that has many people considering how to decorate this year’s Jack O’Lantern. The Irish tradition of carving turnips for the ancient feast of Samhain has evolved over generations into what we now enjoy today as pumpkin carving for Halloween. The Irish took their traditions of carving a turnip with […]

How to Get Started with Brush Lettering

September 24, 2020

From personalised cards to beautiful artworks, there are endless applications for brush lettering. Most artists who practice brush lettering use brush pens, otherwise known as brush markers. Brush pens have a flexible nib, allowing you to vary the thickness of the lines produced. By applying different amounts of pressure, you can create a clean dynamic […]

Featured Artist Amy Hey

September 23, 2020

Our latest Featured Artist is the fantastic Amy Rose Hey, a printmaker and illustrator based in Canterbury, Kent. Amy specialises in painting, graphite pencil drawing and linocut printing. Her main source of inspiration is her love for British wildlife, folklore, and women’s history. Read on to find out more… How did you get started as an artist? I […]

How To Sell Your Art Online

September 01, 2020

Have you ever considered selling your art, but aren’t too sure on the best way to sell your art online? There are many different ways to make money from your passion, but it’s important to make sure you stand out from the competitors to encourage a sale. With current social restrictions still discouraging people to […]

Our Tips On How To Draw Animals

July 16, 2020

Whether you’re looking to become a professional animal painter or you just want to get better at drawing these living creatures, we have some great tips to get you going. We have outlined the basic steps to take in order to achieve a life-like observation of your favourite animal using everyday art supplies, and through […]

Creative Patterned Art Techniques

June 23, 2020

Sometimes even the most experienced artists can feel stuck in a rut. If your artwork is starting to feel stagnant and repetitive, you may benefit from some new creative patterned art techniques. Whilst it is important to remember that art mediums should be used in a way that compliments your style, sometimes a dash of […]

Top 5 Charcoal Artists

May 28, 2020

Charcoal is one of the oldest drawing materials, dating back nearly 30,000 years. The charcoal used by artists is a form of dry art medium, and is made of ground organic materials. These materials are held together by a wax binder, or can sometimes be produced by eliminating the oxygen inside the material. Using charcoal […]

7 Easy Pencil Sketching Techniques

May 28, 2020

Pencil sketching has long been a popular art form, and it’s no wonder why. Sketching with a pencil is versatile, portable, and requires only a few basic art supplies. With just a few tools you can create an incredibly detailed and beautiful work of art. There are many styles in which you can sketch with […]

Featured Artist Sarah Hill

May 14, 2020

Our latest Featured Artist is the fantastic Sarah Hill, 32, who’s based in London. Sarah has a knack for creating large, detailed pieces and her monotone work makes a powerful impact. Read on to find out more… How did you get started as an artist? I have always wanted to be an artist since a […]