http://www.art-is-fun.com/how-to-draw-blog.html Keep up-to-date with the latest additions to Art-is-fun.com by subscribing to the Art is fun blog! Read the latest artistic tips, techniques and info here. en-us how to draw Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:48:20 GMT Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:48:20 GMT art-is-fun.com http://www.art-is-fun.com/how-to-cover-ink-that-bleeds-through-canvas.html I sketched my canvas with a Sharpie and cannot cover the ink. It bleeds through the paint. What can I cover it with? I tried gesso. Ive done this before, Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:48:16 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/using-oils-and-acrylics-in-the-same-painting.html Is it okay to use a mixture of acrylic and oil paints in an abstract painting? Thanks! Regards, Nisha Great question! Generally, it is not a good idea Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:33:43 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/using-wood-varnish-on-acrylic-paintings.html Can I use an ordinary varnish for my acrylic paintings - the type of varnish that is used on wood? I'm a self-taught painter and I'm doing this as a hobby. Wed, 14 Jul 2010 12:28:37 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/how-to-draw-chrome-objects-with-colored-pencils.html I would like to learn how to draw chrome objects with colored pencils. What combination of colored pencils will achieve the best result for drawing chrome Mon, 12 Jul 2010 11:59:25 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/adding-food-coloring-to-watercolors.html Can you add food coloring to watercolors, or would it somehow mess up the paint? Would the food coloring bleed through the paper or stay in one spot? Mon, 12 Jul 2010 10:54:30 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/best-brands-of-soft-pastel-pencils-and-pastel-paper.html Which brand of soft pastel pencils are of the highest quality and which surface is the best for museum quality art? If you want to use the best of the Wed, 07 Jul 2010 05:33:34 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/using-solvents-to-blend-colored-pencils.html I have heard that you can use mineral spirits with colored pencils to break it down and make a kind of wash, which gives the affect of a water color. Sun, 27 Jun 2010 19:36:20 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/attaching-fabric-to-mixed-media-supports.html I sew and want to use fabric and other fibers on canvas board and craft wood (birch and plywood, 1/4- 3/4 thick) as supports for creating my mixed media Sun, 27 Jun 2010 18:49:59 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/how-do-i-get-a-very-smooth-uniform-paint-surface.html How do I get a very smooth uniform paint surface? I am painting on smooth composition board. Also should I treat the composition board surface before painting? Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:05:30 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/how-to-paint-clean-crisp-lines-with-acrylics.html I would love to know how to paint clean, crisp lines in acrylic. I have practiced several different mediums with art for my whole life but am fairly Tue, 22 Jun 2010 04:49:16 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/staedtler-colored-pencils-vs-other-brands.html Hi, I love working with colored pencils and I recently came across your blog. I have a set of Staedtler - Luna Pencils (24 shades) and I really like these Mon, 24 May 2010 06:37:23 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/specific-art-vocabulary-for-oil-pastel-techniques.html Is there specific vocabulary that you need to teach students when using oil pastels? The vocabulary for using oil pastels and teaching oil pastel techniques Mon, 24 May 2010 04:31:38 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/how-to-create-a-high-gloss-acrylic-finish.html How do you create an acrylic painting with a high gloss finish? Can you add a water soluble varnish to the paint as it is applied? I want to bring out Mon, 24 May 2010 04:25:44 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/painting-with-watercolors-without-damaging-the-paper.html Can you explain how to paint with watercolors without damaging the paper? There are a few things you can do to avoid damaging your paper when you are Mon, 24 May 2010 02:51:31 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/free-mandala-designs-to-print.html These free mandala designs to print can help center your mind while nurturing your soul. Print these free printable mandala coloring pages as many times as you need and color them any way you want. Tue, 11 May 2010 05:56:40 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/pen-and-ink-techniques.html Learn some useful pen and ink techniques that will help you express your creativity with your ink drawings! Discover the secrets of pen and ink artists by asking questions about drawing with ink. Tue, 11 May 2010 04:35:38 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/pastel-techniques.html Wanna learn different pastel techniques? You can ask your questions about using pastels here, and read other peoeple's questions to pick up some useful pastel tips. Tue, 11 May 2010 04:14:59 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/how-to-varnish-mixed-media-artwork-on-paper.html I've created a mixed media (collage and acrylic) work on heavy weight paper and want to know if you can varnish works done on paper? The product says Tue, 11 May 2010 03:57:06 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/mixed-media-techniques.html Got a question about mixed media techniques? This is the place to ask your questions about how to make modern art mixed media. Check out the FAQ for handy mixed media tips and more. Tue, 11 May 2010 03:29:57 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/abstract-watercolor-painting.html Make your own abstract watercolor painting! These watercolor painting instructions will show you step-by-step how to paint your own colorful abstract art, from start to finish. 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Share your own tips for watercolor painting here!. Thu, 06 May 2010 06:17:04 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/painting-from-a-black-and-white-photo.html I'm working on an acrylic painting from a black and white photo. I'm a beginning painter and am stuck with how to choose colors for this photo. So far, Wed, 05 May 2010 07:21:51 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/toxicity-of-acrylic-paint.html I have wanted to study painting (as a hobby) but have stayed away from it because of the toxicity issue associated with oil paint solvents. Now I want Wed, 05 May 2010 07:13:46 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/figure-painting-in-acrylics.html Hello, your site is fantastic and thank you for your generosity in sharing your knowledge and information. I'm a self taught artist also and I work with Wed, 05 May 2010 07:07:04 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/getting-the-letters-right-when-painting-photorealism-in-acrylics.html I have been painting photorealist paintings for many years now, however I have a question about lettering in the paintings. What I usually do is paint Wed, 05 May 2010 06:52:57 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/how-important-is-it-to-get-the-colors-right-when-painting-acrylic-glazes.html I read all the articles on Photorealism on your site and they are excellent!! I have a question concerning the underpainting. How important is it to Wed, 05 May 2010 06:07:38 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/acrylic-painting-techniques.html Learn about acrylic painting techniques by asking questions and reading the answers here. Pick up some acrylic painting tips in these Frequently Asked Questions about painting with acrylics. Wed, 05 May 2010 04:19:53 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/detailed-pen-ink-drawings.html Check out the detailed pen & ink drawings of Eli Helman. In this exclusive interview, he discusses the process and inspiration behind his elaborate pen and ink art. Sun, 02 May 2010 08:42:18 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/colorful-abstract-art.html The colorful abstract art of Reggie Laurent dances with a kaleidoscope of detail. Learn more about his original modern abstract paintings in this in-depth interview with the contemporary artist. Thu, 29 Apr 2010 15:23:16 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/featured-artists.html Explore the artwork of these fine featured artists on Art-is-Fun.com, where you can read artist quotes from the best contemporary artists. Sun, 11 Apr 2010 07:41:33 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/mixing-colors.html Mixing colors with acrylics can be tricky, especially if you're trying to achieve Photorealism. Learn how to mix acrylic paint to achieve smooth blending required for photorealist painting! Sat, 10 Apr 2010 05:56:38 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/how-to-paint-flowers.html Learn how to paint flowers with amazing classical realist artist, Delmus Phelps! Read an in-depth interview and view his breathtaking flower paintings of roses, daffodils, magnolias and more. Sat, 10 Apr 2010 05:53:06 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/drawing-lessons.html Drawing lessons: Check out these fun step by step drawing tutorials and learn how to make your own cool drawings! Sat, 10 Apr 2010 02:45:40 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/painting-lessons.html Painting lessons: Check out these fun watercolor and acrylic painting lessons and learn some cool new painting techniques! Sat, 10 Apr 2010 02:42:35 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/whimsical-art.html Welcome to the World of Whimsical Art! Learn about cute art that makes the heart sing. Discover tips for creating for your own whimsical artwork, plus browse the gallery of whimsically funky art! Fri, 09 Apr 2010 07:55:05 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/how-to-sharpen-a-colored-pencil.html Discover how to sharpen a colored pencil to a nice, fine point! Learn how to prevent your Prismacolor colored pencils from breaking. Thu, 25 Mar 2010 05:10:31 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/how-to-draw-a-rose.html Learn how to draw a rose! Learn the steps to creating your own rose pencil drawings using basic supplies you have around the house. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 05:13:38 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/abstract-art-paintings.html An in-depth exploration of the meaning behind abstract art paintings and drawings, examining how the style of abstract art evolved and what it looks like. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 05:08:26 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/photorealist-art.html A look at the Photorealist art of Thaneeya McArdle. Read about the philosophical and aesthetic principles behind her photorealism paintings! Thu, 04 Mar 2010 06:57:07 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/how-to-draw-a-skull.html Learn how to draw a skull in this fun drawing lesson! These skulls are perfect for creating your own Dia de los Muertos calaveras. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 06:32:51 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/drawing-papers.html There are many different drawing papers available for creating pen and ink artwork. Learn about several different kinds of art paper that you can use to make your pen and ink drawings! Thu, 04 Mar 2010 06:14:27 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/day-of-the-dead-art.html Discover the funky and freaky world of Day of the Dead art! View colorful and intricate skull art that celebrates Dia de los Muertos in style. Learn what November 1 and 2 are all about! Thu, 04 Mar 2010 06:12:51 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/create-a-mind-map.html Create a mind map to help you explore and clarify the contents of your mind. Learn how to mind map step-by-step by following the creation of my mind map example! Thu, 04 Mar 2010 06:11:40 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/color-in-art.html Explore the possibilities of color in art! Focusing on abstract art and the world of abstract colors, we'll examine the power of color to create emotion and other effects. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 06:06:51 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/artist-palette.html An artist palette is an essential tool in painting with acrylics or oils. With so many types of palettes available, check out this handy guide to choosing an art palette that is right for you! Thu, 04 Mar 2010 06:02:26 GMT http://www.art-is-fun.com/art-projector.html An art projector is a useful tool that can enlarge your images. Read about how opaque projectors can be a powerful aid in your artmaking, allowing you to easily paint big paintings! 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