The Artist's Mind
I’ve learned over the years that people aren’t so much interested in an artist’s technical skills as they are interested in what an artist has to say ...
Recharging Your Creative Battery
We all suffer at one time or another from creative "burn out", also known as "artists block", "brain freeze", etc. It seems most artists have their own particular cure for this ailment. Their remedies can include ...
A Painters Vacation
As a professional watercolor painter vacations are extremely important for the main purpose of recharging my batteries and allowing a break from the normal routines. I get inspiration, motivation, stimulation ...
5 Secrets to Stronger Paintings
Get away from literal interpretations: A literal painting which may be technically successful may not do much to excite the viewer. Ansel Adams is quoted as saying "there is nothing worse than a sharp image of a fuzzy concept". Look for the mood behind your subject ...
Where to Start Your Painting
Much has been written about where an artist should start their painting. There is no right or wrong way but each way has its particular advantages and disadvantages. I prefer to look at the question more from the point of view of where you need the most help in your painting design and composition. ...