Loosen Up And Get “Painterly”!
I hear a lot of painting students wanting to loosen up their art. What do they really mean? I believe we all strive for looseness…
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Try Plein Air Painting This Summer… Get Outdoors!
Summer and the longest days of the year have arrived; it’s the perfect time to get out for some fresh air, to relax, and to…
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What Does It Mean To Simplify A Painting?
Most artists have heard that they need to ’simplify’ when painting. We’re told that simplifying is good! But why, what is it, and how do…
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Hold Your Horses!
As you know, many artists, including me, want to get on to their painting quickly. Unfortunately, jumping right into a painting without forethought often develops…
Distinguishing Layers In Watercolor.
Most watercolors are painted in layers; not all in one go. But how do you decide how many layers you need to paint? How do…
Lee Muir-Haman Watercolor Painting 