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Color Theory

Pastel Colors – How to Make and Use Your Own Pastel Color Palette

May 2, 2022
Color Theory

Lavender Color – Understanding All the Different Shades of Lavender

April 29, 2022
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How to Thin Acrylic Paint – The Best Methods for Thinning Acrylic Paint

April 21, 2022
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How to Paint Rocks
Painting

How to Paint Rocks – Tutorial and Easy Rock Painting Ideas for Beginners

by artincontext
April 25, 2022

Creating decorative rocks has become a very popular craft amongst people of all ages. Painted rocks can be wonderful features...

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Shades of Gray Color
Color Theory

Shades of Gray Color – Constructing and Using a Gray Color Palette

by artincontext
April 19, 2022

Gray is not something most people would choose as their favorite color. Categorized as being somewhere in-between white and black,...

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Taupe Color
Color Theory

Taupe Color – A Deep Dive Into the Wonderful Shades of Taupe

by artincontext
April 19, 2022

If you are only beginning to learn about colors, you might be wondering, “what color is taupe anyway?” A taupe...

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Acrylic Paint on Glass
Painting

Acrylic Paint on Glass – A Guide to Painting Glass With Acrylic Paint

by artincontext
April 15, 2022

Acrylic paint is probably best known for its versatility as it can be used on a wide variety of surfaces...

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Triadic Colors
Color Theory

Triadic Colors – A Guide to Understanding the Triadic Color Wheel

by artincontext
April 15, 2022

There are countless color schemes and color combinations you can use for your design project. A simple color scheme is...

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Pewter Color
Color Theory

Pewter Color – Exploring Shades of Pewter and Color Combinations

by artincontext
April 14, 2022

If you are not a person who works with color a lot like any designer might, you might think that...

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How to Mix Watercolors
Watercolor

How to Mix Watercolors – All You Need to Know About Watercolor Mixing

by artincontext
April 13, 2022

When you start learning how to mix watercolors, it may seem like a daunting task. The truth is that this...

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Watercolor Techniques
Watercolor

Watercolor Techniques – A Comprehensive Guide to Watercolor Basics

by artincontext
April 13, 2022

If you have ever looked at watercolor art, you would have noticed how beautifully it flows. This medium is easy...

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Acrylic Pour Painting
Painting

Acrylic Pour Painting – Your Guide to the Best Paint Pouring Techniques

by artincontext
April 12, 2022

One of the more increasingly popular art forms or hobby ideas is fluid art painting. This is a wonderful technique...

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Easy Oil Painting Ideas
Painting

Easy Oil Painting Ideas – Simple Oil Painting Ideas for Beginners

by artincontext
April 9, 2022

Oil painting is an extremely resourceful medium that has existed for years, and as a beginner, you may want to...

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Periwinkle Color
Color Theory

Periwinkle Color – Looking at Different and Unique Shades of Periwinkle

by artincontext
April 9, 2022

You might not think about a periwinkle color for a painting project, but a light or dark periwinkle is a...

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Watercolor Painting Ideas
Painting

Watercolor Painting Ideas – Easy Watercolor Techniques for Beginners

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

There are so many wonderful watercolor art ideas. Not only is watercolor art accessible, you can purchase paints from your...

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watercolor skin tones
Painting

Watercolor Skin Tones – How to Make Skin Color With Watercolor

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

Painting different watercolor skin tones can be really helpful for figure painting. As we learn different watercolor flesh tones, we...

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how to paint water
Painting

How to Paint Water – Your Guide to Painting Water With Watercolor Paints

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

There are many ways to paint water with watercolor. Painting water works quite well with the watercolor medium due to...

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Painting

How to Paint a Sunset With Watercolors – Fun Watercolor Sunset Painting

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

Learning how to paint a sunset with watercolors is such a fun exercise to practice with watercolor paints. There are...

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how to use watercolor pencils
Painting

How to Use Watercolor Pencils – Your Guide to Watercolor Pencil Art

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

Firstly, what are watercolor pencils? These are pencils that are water-soluble which means the pigment responds to water and can...

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abstract watercolor
Painting

Abstract Watercolor – Easy Watercolor Abstract Painting Techniques

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

When doing an abstract watercolor painting there are so many ways in which someone could approach this type of watercolor...

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how to paint a watercolor beach
Painting

How to Paint a Watercolor Beach – Creating a Fun Beach Scenery Painting

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

Learning how to paint a watercolor beach is such a fun activity. What is so great about learning how to...

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How to Find Your Art Style
Painting

How to Find Your Art Style – Exploring Some Exciting Art Styles to Try

by artincontext
February 16, 2022

There are many styles of art, and it can be difficult to find a style that suits your creative talents....

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How to paint watercolor trees
Painting

How to Paint Watercolor Trees – An Easy Guide to Watercolor Trees

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

One of the best things to paint with watercolor is trees. Trees, very much like most things, are quite abstract...

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how to paint clouds with watercolor
Painting

How to Paint Clouds With Watercolor – An Easy Watercolor Sky Tutorial

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

Watercolor clouds are very easy and fun to paint. There are various methods to go about painting clouds in watercolor,...

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how to paint a watercolor galaxy
Painting

How to Paint a Watercolor Galaxy – An Easy Watercolor Galaxy Tutorial

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

Learning how to paint a watercolor galaxy is a useful task as it can be incorporated into a variety of...

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how to paint watercolor sunflowers
Painting

How to Paint Watercolor Sunflowers – Easy Sunflower Painting Tutorial

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

Learning how to paint a sunflower in watercolor is a very fun and easy task. Watercolor sunflowers are a great...

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How to Clean an Oil Painting
Painting

How to Clean an Oil Painting – The Best Oil Painting Cleaners

by artincontext
February 9, 2022

As an avid painter, your works of art are likely your most prized possessions, and you’d want to look after...

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watercolor poppies
Painting

Watercolor Poppies – How to Paint Poppies in Watercolor

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

Painting watercolor poppies is a great watercolor painting exercise. Not only is it really simple, but it also teaches you...

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Shades of Red
Color Theory

Shades of Red – Exploring and Using the Red Color Spectrum

by artincontext
February 7, 2022

The fact that red is such a brilliant and powerful hue is no news given that it is one of...

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how to paint a watercolor butterfly
Painting

How to Paint a Watercolor Butterfly – A Watercolor Butterfly Tutorial

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

Learning how to paint butterflies is such a useful task as it can function as a feature to enhance a...

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how to paint mountains with watercolor
Painting

Watercolor Mountains – How to Paint Mountains for Beginners

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

Painting mountains with watercolor is a great way to practice with the watercolor medium. Watercolor can achieve some great effects...

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how to paint watercolor leaves
Painting

How to Paint Watercolor Leaves – A Detailed Guide to Watercolor Greenery

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

Learning how to paint watercolor leaves is such a great exercise for two reasons. For one, we learn a variety...

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how to paint watercolor roses
Painting

How to Paint Watercolor Roses – Easy Rose Watercolor Painting Tutorial

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

Learning how to paint watercolor roses is a very simple task. However complicated roses seem to appear, this rose tutorial...

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Watercolor Landscape
Painting

Watercolor Landscape – A Beautiful Watercolor Scenery Painting Tutorial

by artincontext
April 29, 2022

Watercolor is a very delicate medium. The best results can often be achieved with a sense of patience as there...

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Enamel vs Acrylic
Painting

Enamel vs. Acrylic – The Difference Between Acrylic and Enamel Paint

by artincontext
January 31, 2022

There are many different kinds of paint available for purchase. In this article we will be discussing and comparing two...

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Acrylic Painting Ideas
Painting

Acrylic Painting Ideas – Exciting Painting Ideas for Beginners

by artincontext
February 24, 2022

Painting does not have to be difficult or intimidating, there are many easy acrylic painting ideas. So, if you have...

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Gouache vs Acrylic
Painting

Gouache vs. Acrylic – The Difference Between Gouache and Acrylic Paints

by artincontext
February 16, 2022

Whether you are new to the world of painting or if you have a bit of experience with a few...

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How to Thicken Acrylic Paint
Painting

How to Thicken Acrylic Paint – A Guide to Using Acrylic Paint Thickener

by artincontext
January 21, 2022

The art of painting is one of the most therapeutic activities we could be doing for ourselves. There is so...

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How to Use Gouache Paint
Painting

How to Use Gouache Paint – An In-Depth Guide to Gouache Techniques

by artincontext
January 14, 2022

Gouache is not as well-known as other paints such as acrylic, watercolor, or oil but nonetheless, many artists choose gouache...

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Shades of Teal
Color Theory

Shades of Teal – How to Build Your Own Unique Teal Color Palette

by artincontext
January 13, 2022

There is something truly luxurious when it comes to the color teal, many versions of royalty have favored this color...

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Can You Use Watercolor on Canvas
Painting

Can You Use Watercolor on Canvas? – A Guide to Watercolor Canvas Art

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

A lot of watercolor artists find themselves asking “can you use watercolor on canvas?” Well, if this thought has crossed...

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Is Acrylic Paint Safe for Skin
Painting

Is Acrylic Paint Safe for Skin? – How to Remove Acrylic Paint from Skin

by artincontext
December 27, 2021

Most of us have used acrylic paints at some point, be it for artwork on canvas, spray-painting an object, or...

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Spray Paint Art
Painting

Spray Paint Art – Exploring Exciting Spray Paint Art Techniques

by artincontext
December 9, 2021

We have all seen spray paint art! Take street spray painting art, for example. In many cities, murals on the...

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What Is Bristol Paper
Painting

What Is Bristol Paper? – Your Guide to the Different Types of Bristol Paper

by artincontext
December 1, 2021

The world of paper is such a vast and beautiful one! Many crafters love to collect paper and we can...

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Acrylic Paint on Wood
Painting

Acrylic Paint on Wood – Your Guide to Acrylic Paint on Woodwork

by artincontext
November 29, 2021

Painting on wood is a craft that is gaining favor as painted ornaments and objets d’art have become increasingly popular,...

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Acrylic Paint on Plastic
Painting

Acrylic Paint on Plastic – The Best Guide to Acrylic Painting on Plastic

by artincontext
November 29, 2021

Plastic items are part of our daily lives, from containers to cups, pitchers to plates, and are common to most...

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How to Stretch Watercolor Paper
Painting

How to Stretch Watercolor Paper – A Guide to Stretching Watercolor Paper

by artincontext
March 29, 2022

Have you ever watched a watercolor artist doing their thing? Their painting is complete, but you are curious why they...

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Painting Ceramics with Acrylic Paint
Painting

Painting Ceramics with Acrylic Paint – A Guide to Painting Ceramics

by artincontext
November 27, 2021

Ceramics is a centuries-old business that predates history itself. The earliest known ceramic sculpture is the Venus of Dolni Vestonice,...

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Best Watercolor Brushes
Painting

Best Watercolor Brushes – Your Guide to the Top Watercolor Brush Sets

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

To truly embrace the beauty that comes with watercolor painting, you need the correct tools to turn your dreams into...

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Acrylic Paint on Leather
Painting

Acrylic Paint on Leather – The Best Acrylic Leather Paint for All Your Needs

by artincontext
November 25, 2021

Acrylic paints are loved by experts and beginners alike because of their versatility and affordability. As a testament to this,...

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What Is Tempera Paint
Painting

What Is Tempera Paint? – Making and Using Powdered Tempera Paint

by artincontext
November 24, 2021

When one thinks of artists’ paints, one tends to think of oils, acrylics, and watercolors. Tempera paint rarely gets a...

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How to Paint Wine Glasses
Painting

How to Paint Wine Glasses – Your Guide to Personal Wine Glass Painting

by artincontext
November 24, 2021

Painting wine glasses is a wonderful way to express your creativity and is a fun and affordable craft that everyone...

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Best Acrylic Paint Brushes
Painting

Best Acrylic Paintbrushes – Exploring the Types of Paint Brushes for Acrylic

by artincontext
November 22, 2021

If you have not used acrylic paint before, or are still learning the ropes of acrylic painting, then something that...

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Best Gouache Paint
Painting

Best Gouache Paint – A Guide to Finding the Best Gouache Paint Set

by artincontext
November 20, 2021

A water-based paint that is second-to-none in terms of ease-of-use, gouache paint is a popular paint for beginners and pros...

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How to Make Teal
Color Theory

How to Make Teal – A Guide to Mixing the Different Shades of Teal

by artincontext
November 16, 2021

Teal is a beautiful and calming color, halfway between blue and green. While you can easily go out to the...

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Color Theory

Color Wheel – Our free Online Color Wheel App and In-Depth Guide

by artincontext
November 19, 2021

Creating any form of art, whether painting on a canvas or manipulating graphics on a computer, requires some knowledge of...

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Tertiary Colors
Color Theory

Tertiary Colors – Discovering the Possibilities of Intermediate Colors

by artincontext
October 20, 2021

Imagine if the only colors that artists used were the primary ones - red, yellow, and blue. Art would be...

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How Long Does It Take Gesso to Dry
Painting

How Long Does It Take Gesso to Dry? – How to Apply Gesso and Dry It

by artincontext
October 19, 2021

Acrylic painting is an art form that can be done in many layers, while also is based on layers of...

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Muted Colors
Color Theory

Muted Colors – Your Guide to Making and Using a Muted Color Palette

by artincontext
October 19, 2021

Color is an integral part of our lives. From our own skin and hair and eye colors to nature’s palette...

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Shades of Purple
Color Theory

Shades of Purple – A Comprehensive Look at the Different Types of Purple

by artincontext
October 18, 2021

Purple is a beautiful, regal, and spiritual color. One of the most exciting things that the color purple has to...

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What Is a Watercolor Block
Painting

What Is a Watercolor Block? – Looking at the Best Paper for Watercolor

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

If you are just starting out on your watercolor painting journey, you will have come across a number of unusual...

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What Are Standard Canvas Sizes
Painting

What Are Standard Canvas Sizes? – Exploring Typical Canvas Sizes

by artincontext
October 11, 2021

As an artist who is just starting out, your paintings represent more than just your livelihood. They are the result...

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Watercolor Paintings Tips
Painting

Watercolor Painting Tips – How to Paint With Watercolor for Beginners

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

The world of art is thousands of years old, and watercolors have been a major part of it since the...

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How to Make Oil Paint Dry Faster
Painting

How to Make Oil Paint Dry Faster – A Guide to Oil Paint Drying Times

by artincontext
September 30, 2021

An oil painting is a masterpiece, created with materials that have been used by old masters and modern artists since...

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What Is Acrylic Paint
Painting

What Is Acrylic Paint? – Acrylic Paint Uses, Ingredients, and More

by artincontext
September 29, 2021

In the art world today, there are countless choices of mediums with which to express our own unique style and...

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Warm Colors
Color Theory

Warm Colors – What Is the Difference Between Cool and Warm Colors?

by artincontext
December 8, 2021

As artists, we will be familiar with the terms warm and cool colors. But what do they actually mean? In...

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Watercolor vs Acrylic
Painting

Watercolor vs. Acrylic – The Difference Between Watercolor and Acrylic

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

Both watercolor and acrylic art have their appeal, and it is not a competition where one is better than the...

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What Colors Make Gold
Painting

What Colors Make Gold? – A Detailed Guide on How to Mix Gold Paint

by artincontext
September 26, 2021

The color of money, opulence, and luxury, gold is a wonderful color to have as part of your painting palette....

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Shades of Brown
Painting

Shades of Brown – Exploring the Shades of the Brown Color Palette

by artincontext
September 16, 2021

While brown may not be the most exciting color on the visible light spectrum, it is one of the most...

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color mixer
Color Theory

Color Mixer – The Best Free Online Color Mixing Tool

by artincontext
February 23, 2022

A color mixer is a browser tool, which allows you to mix or blend colors in different quantities and see...

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What Colors Make Gray
Color Theory

What Colors Make Gray? – A Guide on How to Make Gray

by artincontext
September 26, 2021

Although often overlooked by many, gray is an essential part of any color pallet. This soothing neutral shade offers a...

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What Colors Make Yellow
Color Theory

What Colors Make Yellow? – How to Make Yellow Paint in Various Shades

by artincontext
September 26, 2021

Of all the colors that we use in paintings and design, yellow has to be one of the most vibrant...

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What Colors Make Black
Color Theory

What Colors Make Black? – A Guide on How to Make Black Paint

by artincontext
September 26, 2021

Black is perhaps the most underrated and least-discussed color. In fact, scientifically, black is not a color at all, but...

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What Colors Make Orange
Color Theory

What Colors Make Orange? – How to Mix Different Shades of Orange

by artincontext
September 26, 2021

Are you a budding artist trying to understand colors? Want to gain knowledge on how to make orange? There are...

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What Colors Make Blue
Color Theory

What Colors Make Blue? – How to Make Blue Paint

by artincontext
September 16, 2021

A recent global survey found that blue was the most popular color in ten countries, with 33% of the British...

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Oil Painting Mediums
Painting

Oil Painting Mediums – Choosing the Best Medium for Oil Painting

by artincontext
June 18, 2021

When it comes to painting with oil-based paint, there are so many oil mediums that can be added to the...

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Best Oil Paints
Painting

Best Oil Paints – A Guide to Oil Painting for Beginners

by artincontext
March 16, 2022

Art has evolved and expanded exponentially over the last few decades, and the styles and techniques have been modified many...

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Acrylic Paint on Paper
Painting

Acrylic Paint on Paper – The Best Paper for Acrylic Paints

by artincontext
June 2, 2021

Although oil paint is often considered an artist’s paint, acrylic is a super popular medium for beginners and pros alike....

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What Colors Make Red
Color Theory

What Colors Make Red – A Guide to Creating Different Shades of Red

by artincontext
September 16, 2021

Red is such a vibrant and bold color that it is no surprise that it is one of the most...

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How to draw a rose
Painting

How to Draw a Rose – A Guide to Creating Your Own Rose Drawings

by artincontext
April 6, 2022

The rose holds special meaning and symbolism in many cultures. For some, it represents beauty and love. It can also...

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How to Clean Oil Paint Brushes
Painting

How to Clean Oil Paint Brushes – Cleaning Oil Paint Brushes Effectively

by artincontext
May 5, 2021

Many artists compromise the quality of their brushes either because they do not know how to clean them properly, or...

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Shades of Blue
Color Theory

Shades of Blue – A Color-Mixing Guide on How to Make Blue

by artincontext
September 16, 2021

Blue is a widely-loved color. So much of the world we live in is blue, from the oceans to the...

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How to Clean Acrylic Paint Brushes
Painting

How to Clean Acrylic Paint Brushes – A Guide on Acrylic Paint Cleaning Up

by artincontext
April 20, 2021

Cleaning up after a DIY project tends to be the worst part, especially when working with paint. When you have...

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What Colors Make Pink
Color Theory

What Colors Make Pink? – How to Mix the Different Shades of Pink

by artincontext
September 16, 2021

Pink is one of the most vibrant and stunning shades that we can use in our art. Many people may...

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Foreshortening Art
Art History

Foreshortening – A Guide on Foreshortened Drawings and Paintings

by artincontext
April 7, 2021

Foreshortening is a relatively unknown term, but it is an age-old artistic practice for capturing perspective accurately. If you are...

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What Colors Make Purple
Color Theory

What Colors Make Purple? – Creating Different Shades of Purple

by artincontext
September 16, 2021

Whether you are a seasoned painter or new to the game, knowing how to mix paint colors is an essential...

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Best Watercolor Pencils
Drawing

Best Watercolor Pencils – Learning How to Use Watercolor Pencils

by artincontext
March 21, 2022

Whether you are an experienced watercolor artist or just a beginner, watercolor pencils are a stunning medium to use. These...

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can you use acrylic paint on fabric
Painting

Acrylic Paint on Fabric Tutorial – Tips, Tricks & Step-by-Step Instructions

by artincontext
March 23, 2021

Using acrylic paint on fabric is an easy option for crafting and refurbishing old or outdated clothing. However, not all...

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best acrylic paint
Painting

Best Acrylic Paint – Complete Guide for Finding your Matching Acrylics

by artincontext
April 20, 2021

When it comes to selecting the best acrylic paint, there are a few factors that need to be considered. This...

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What Colors Make Green
Color Theory

What Colors Make Green? – Your Guide for Mixing Shades of Green

by artincontext
September 16, 2021

Are beginning to explore color mixing? One of the first important aspects of this journey is to know how to...

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How Long Does Oil Paint Take to Dry
Painting

How Long Does Oil Paint Take to Dry? – A Guide on Drying Oil Paint

by artincontext
February 10, 2022

Oil-based paints are notorious for the extremely long time they take to dry. In comparison to other paint types such...

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Oil Painting Techniques
Painting

Oil Painting Techniques – A Beginner’s Introduction to Oil Painting Styles

by artincontext
April 28, 2021

Learning to master oil painting techniques for beginners can feel overwhelming initially, as so many different basic oil painting techniques...

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