Painting Instruction

There are a number of things you need to know or decide before starting to paint. Probably the most important thing is what medium you will use: Acrylics. Acrylic paint is... keep reading →

You don’t need to look up that word; it’s not in the dictionary. It’s something I coined to describe the process I use to create a type of art I haven’t seen before.... keep reading →

8" x 10" Oil Pastel on Art Spectrum Colourfix, by Robert A. Sloan Here's the definition of "Painterly" as of the American Heritage dictionary: 1. Of, relating to, or... keep reading →

Ever wonder on how to get your kids to want to take a bath? Well I have the solution give them washable bath paints! They are fun and easy to clean up, I give you two recipes... keep reading →

22 of 100 articles for my HubChallenge! Doing the big one! Pastelists using soft pastels have long had to concern themselves with breathing dust that contains toxic pigments.... keep reading →

Painting fabrics with texture adds such a unique flair to designs that it sometimes looks edible. But please don't eat it! Just paint up a bunch of your fashion accessories... keep reading →

How do you make Encaustic Beeswax Art? Gather your materials. Home Depot or Lowes or your local grocery store are better than art supply stores for your supplies, for the... keep reading →

If you're looking to add a new medium to your drawing toolbox, why not try chalk pastels? Here is a guide to get you started using this awesome medium! keep reading →

Derwent Inktense Blocks, photo by Robert A. Sloan Derwent, formerly called Rexel Cumberland, is an old, old UK company that more or less invented pencils and to this day... keep reading →

Van Gough Painting Workshop   Little LEONARDO's© Art Studio for Kids January Summer School Holiday Program Fully Supervised art workshops $27... keep reading →