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Getting thick strokes of paint to dry can be a challenge. This video shows several ways to do it. Please note that cobalt drier is toxic–as are m...

In this series of videos I explain how to scumble, glaze, and use dry brush effects.

SINCE I paint alla prima I usually let my paint dry naturally without any additives. More often I will add walnut oil to slow drying if I need a two day paintin...

… THERE are few things as disconcerting as arriving at a painting destination and forgetting critical supplies. A trip to Zion National Park comes to mind...

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IT has been a long winter and here in Utah it isn’t over yet. It snowed eight inches yesterday. I occasionally paint in the winter but didn’t this year, p...

Here is a video about adding texture with acrylics and glazing the resulting texture.

…. IN athletics cross training is used to include a broader range of muscles exercised so the athlete doesn’t develop an imbalanced physique. More importa...

… TWO months ago I posted a survey at the bottom of the blog posing the question what is your favorite red? The list included permanent red (1% voting for...

This video explains the importance of edges. Edges direct the eye through the composition as well as other critical purposes.

Do you have trouble applying the various theories of composition? Take a look at this video to help clarify what it is all about.

… I’VE been intrigued with the idea that paint is paint and the only thing that distinguishes oils from acrylics is the medium. They have different ...