Behind the Brush: Women Artists When one thinks of famous artworks, it is generally those from – or inspired by the Italian Renaissance that come to mind. To wit, two of the most famous paintings in the world, The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa, which were both painted by the same artist: Leonardo da […]
26 August 2021∙13 minutes reading time
Where to Find Painting Lessons for Beginners in Canada If you think Canada is the ideal destination only for people who want to study languages or programs in engineering, make no mistake: starting an artistic career and painting lessons for beginners in Canada can open the doors to success. Learn about the various painting associations […]
6 October 2020∙7 minutes reading time
Where to Practice Painting in Canada's Major Cities The digital age has transformed the way we create, learn and practice art. Not only can we get a glimpse of famous paintings and sculptures in any location in the world, we can also study art through online courses, videos, and even coursework. A variety of digital […]
26 February 2020∙12 minutes reading time
An Introduction to Acrylic painting It’s always great to have a creative outlet, a way to express your personality through different mediums. Acrylic painting is a perfect way to express yourself visually, and a great hobby to keep you entertained when you need a break from the constant stimulation of technology. What is Acrylic Paint? […]
15 January 2020∙7 minutes reading time
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All a Beginner Needs to Know about Oil Painting We’re guessing you’re here because you want to stand alongside some of history’s geniuses of oil painting. You want to be rubbing shoulders with Van Gogh, Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Da Vinci, in the pantheon of the greatest oil painters of all time. Or maybe not; maybe […]
6 December 2019∙6 minutes reading time
Learning How to Paint Using Watercolours Some people think that, in the art world, watercolour paints are the equivalent of swimming in the kiddie pool. How many of you can recall sitting at a table, early in your primary education, gleefully smearing cerulean blue and cadmium yellow on a piece of craft paper, ostensibly depicting […]
11 October 2019∙7 minutes reading time
Renowned Paintings and the Masters that Rendered Them Think back to your days of studying art history: which artists and art movements featured in your curriculum? Surely you learned about the big names but what about Artemisia Gentileschi – unusual for being female in the male-dominated world of Italian Renaissance art? What about Paul Cezanne […]
6 September 2019∙7 minutes reading time
Discover the Biggest Names in Art History “Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” - Pablo Picasso A good number of us have art in our homes. While contemporary art may not be everyone’s cup of tea, there are a lot of people who enjoy the classic art that you can […]
29 May 2019∙7 minutes reading time
The Most Important Art Museums and Galleries in the World If you love art, you’ll have probably already visited an art gallery to see decorative arts, contemporary art, modern art, sculpture, or even the masters. Famous paintings are all over the world, but there are a number of museums that are home to incredible masterpieces […]
29 May 2019∙7 minutes reading time
A Guide to Art Classes and Painting Lessons in the UK 'Begin by learning to draw and paint like the old masters. After that, you can do as you like; everyone will respect you.' ― Salvador Dalí In the UK, you have the luxury of being able to take a stroll through the city and discovering […]
23 June 2018∙11 minutes reading time
Which Painting Techniques Should You Use? “Paintings have a life of their own that derives from the painter's soul.” - Vincent Van Gogh There are very few people in this world who don’t like music. What about painting? Painting is a great way to unwind during your free time. You can either paint in silence […]
14 June 2018∙8 minutes reading time
How to Become a Painter “Have no fear of perfection - you’ll never reach it. - Salvador Dali In the UK, approximately two million people (three million including the wider creative economy) work in the creative arts sector. According to government statistics from the Department for Culture Media and Sport (DCMS), the creative industries could […]
29 May 2018∙7 minutes reading time