Author: Anita Louise Hummel
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Answers to the 5 Top Questions Beginner Oil Painters Have
Starting to paint with oil paints it can be a very daunting medium to work in. I know when I started to paint I had a ton of questions and was not sure if what and how I was doing things was completely correct. We have the answers to your beginner oil painting top 5…
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51 Curated Inspiring Quotes About Art
51 of some of our favorite curated quotes to help inspire the artist within you. Quotes and words of wisdom curated from famous artists, writers, and others. “Art is either revolution or plagiarism.” – Paul Gauguin “Painting is self-discovery. Every good artist paints what he is.” – Jackson Pollock “Learn the rules like a pro,…
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10 Top Life-changing Skills Art Helps You Develop
Embarking on an artistic journey offers valuable benefits at any stage of life. Engaging in the arts is not just a creative outlet but a means to cultivate key skills that can profoundly impact your life. The top 10 transformative skills fostered through artistic endeavors include Creativity, Observation, Self-expression, Memory, Focus, Concentration, Discipline, Perseverance, Collaboration,…
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Who Was the Mexican Artist Frida Kahlo (1907-1954)?
Frida Kahlo’s art is very personal and unique. Her art gives us a glimpse into her life which was filled with pain and suffering. That is why to understand Frida Kahlo’s art, you need to understand a bit about her life. Frida Kahlo is one of Mexico’s premier artists. She suffered from polio and was…
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All About En Plein Air Painting, What You Need to Know
There is something magical about painting outdoors. Many painters throughout history have understood this, especially the French Impressionist painters who used the phrase – “en Plein air” painting. En Plein air means “in the open air. It refers to a style of painting outside in the natural light. This term was made famous by the…
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Who Is the Swedish Artist Sigrid Hjerten (1885-1948)?
I first heard about Sigrid Hjerten when I visited an exhibition of some of her work in 1985 at the Sundsvall Museum in Sundsvall, Sweden. At the time, I loved her work so much I bought a poster that I have had hanging in my house ever since. Sigrid Hjerten is considered one of Sweden’s…
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7 Easy Steps to Painting a Bird, What You Need To Know
I love to paint animals as I find them a very interesting subject matter to paint. One animal I have started to paint recently has been all kinds of birds. To some artists, it can seem difficult to paint a bird. To help make the painting of a bird easier, I have outlined 7 easy…
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42 Motivational And Inspiring Quotes by Vincent Van Gogh
Vincent Van Gogh holds a special place in my list of admired artists. His captivating works and his exceptional use of color never fail to amaze me. Yet, Van Gogh’s brilliance extends beyond his visual artistry; he is also renowned for his profound and insightful quotes about life and existence. These words offer a deeper…
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10 Top Reasons Why You Should Encourage Your Children in Art
Painting and art are some of the creative areas of life that every child (and adult) should try to explore. The great thing about art is that the pursuit of art comes with many excellent fringe benefits that you may not even realize. Some of the benefits of art include increased creativity, better hand-to-eye coordination,…
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Who is the Swedish Artist Hilma af Klint (1862-1944)?
Every once in a while you come across a woman artist who was a true courageous trailblazer and visionary. That artist is the Swedish artist Hilma af Klint. Hilma af Klint was a Swedish woman artist who was painting revolutionary modern artwork for her time. A trailblazing, creative figure who kept her art and paintings…