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Dec 11, 2017

Secrets of the Old Masters: Glazing and Scumbling (Part 2)

Macbeth- "Then comes my fit again. I had else been perfect!" "(to GHOST) Lady Macbeth: "This is the very painting of your fear...."...

Jun 22, 2017

Shakespeare a work of art (in progress)

Diamonds are a girl’s best friend! A sprinkle of Swarovski crystals and gold leaf ice add a touch of luxury to this oil painting "The...

Apr 10, 2016

Julius Caesar: A Hero or Villain (PART 1)

Julius Caesar: A Hero or Villain? Perhaps Both It's the age of tyranny, the end of the republic, a time of treachery and the beginning of...

Mar 24, 2016

Physics/Science of Light (PART 2)

(How you could implement it + create dramatic compelling art scenes) Understanding how to create compelling art scenes with different...

Mar 17, 2016

Physics/Science of Light (PART 1)

Art can be a source of knowledge, a well structured diagram of internal thoughts; offering a thought provoking, and intuitive experience. I'

Feb 7, 2016

The tortured hands of Michelangelo struggled with chronic osteoarthritis

The cost of hammering, chiseling and painting pieces of priceless art was a high price to pay for Michelangelo, never giving up until his...

Cirius Scion

Jan 17, 2016

Secrets of the Old Masters: Imprimatura,Underpainting,Dead Colour Layer,Grissaille

In the days of the Old Masters it was mandatory artists follow very strict and defined guidelines for the preparation of the painting proces