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Feb 5, 2022

Physics/Science of Light (PART 4)

Physics/Science of Light (How you could implement it + create dramatic compelling art scenes) Light: Exposure Exposure affects value....

Jan 18, 2022

Secrets of the Old Masters: Glazing and Scumbling (Part 3)

Using Grisaille in Conjuction with Glazing The glazing technique goes very well in combination with grisaille. When working in grisaille...

Jan 15, 2022

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

In Europe the method of glazing was perfected in the 14th through the 19th century. The majority of the artwork done by the masters...

Jan 15, 2022

Physics/Science of Light (PART 3)

Light and Surface Colour (How you could implement it + create dramatic compelling art scenes) When light and surface colour interact our...

Jun 11, 2016

Why should art speak to us at an emotional level?

Why should art speak to us at an emotional level? I have to admit finding inspiration can be difficult and tedious, ideas can come and go...

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...

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...