The Talent Myth
Most people think there is a special, elusive 'talent' that artist's have that makes them good at art. This is The Talent Myth and it's a load of crap.
View ArticleThe Influence of Early Authority
Representational art is the only early indicator of possible art skill and it's really only an indicator of good motor skills, NOT artistic talent.
View ArticleActually, Everyone is Creative
The Talent Myth debunked - creativity is an essential human need and part of our membership in the tribe and our question for self-actualization.
View ArticleArt A&A #1 – Introduction
We’re podcasting! Introducing: Art Answers & Ampersands… forever to be known as Art A&A, ‘cuz what a mouthful! Publishing weekly, Art A&A is a Q&A show to give you answers to all your...
View Article2012 Art Competitions from Artists Network
I think these are all the competitions sponsored by F + W Media – North Light Books, The Artist’s Magazine, Watercolour Artist and the Pastel Journal… Check it out – I’m sure it’s worth the cost of...
View ArticleThe Suckage
You Are Going to Suck Sorry, but you will. It will feel awkward and uncomfortable, and you are going to suck. There’s no avoiding this. It’s just what’s going to happen. At first. Then you’ll get...
View ArticleArt A&A #10 – Oil Varnish
Where we talk about Oil Varnish. We’ll talk about Watercolour Varnish in an upcoming episode. Merpy Murp: Hi and welcome to Art Answers & Ampersands or Art A&A with Lezley Davidson and...
View ArticleStop the Critic
Stop Being So Damn Critical Seriously, just stop. You’re doing better than you think. (and you’re just kind of being mean to yourself – so stop, you don’t deserve it) Get more useful reminders when...
View ArticleArt A&A #12 – Watercolour Varnish
Where we talk about Watercolour Varnish Yes, you can do it. Doooooo it. Here’s the video on YouTube that I mention in the podcast. There’s actually 4 parts, but this is the one that people watch the...
View ArticleNever Compare Yourself
Stop Comparing Yourself to Others This doesn’t work in any situation, for any reason. Ever. Don’t compare yourself to anyone: Certainly not Bob Ross who you watch religiously every Sunday morning, or...
View ArticleMichal Orlowski – Feature Friday Artist
I stumbled across Michal’s watercolours on deviantArt some time ago. I find my way back to his site every few weeks to bask in the glory of his colour. I love how this guy paints. I love the colour...
View ArticleTerry Moore – Feature Friday Artist
I have the whole set of Strangers in Paradise tpb collection. It was a good story, sure… but I also kept coming back for Terry Moore’s drawing and clean, dynamic line style. I’ve had more than a couple...
View ArticleJeanne Bessette – Feature Friday Artist
This is one of those random finds when you’re surfing the art newsletters that flood your inbox. It’s the colours again… god I do so love colour. And mood. Jeanne Bessette everybody – apparently she’s...
View ArticleAudrey Kawasaki – Feature Friday Artist
Audrey Kawasaki is likely familiar to many of you. She’s wicked awesome. Beautiful use of wood grain. This is a style copied by many. Vaguely related:Feature Friday Artist ~ Caroline...
View ArticleArt A&A #22 – My Favourite Subject: You
Hello and welcome to Art A&A number 22. Today I’m going to talk about being brave and why your art is so f***ing important. This is a subject that motivates me the most in the world. This is...
View ArticleFarinaz Khayatian ~ Feature Friday Artist
Farinaz works in Pyrography - essentially illustration by wood burning. SO. INTERESTING.
View ArticleArt A&A #53 ~ Pen and Ink Nibs Demo
I tested out a bunch of old school nibs to give you an idea of the kinds of strokes they make.
View ArticleTexture Effects ~ Mineral Spirits on Water Media
Ever wonder what mineral spirits does to watercolour and acrylic inks? ME TOO.
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