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- 5 Things That Changed My Creative Process
Burning Question: How did a change in surface or tool—or an outside influence—change your art or process in a meaningful way? Five esteemed watercolor artists answer this question, sharing the impact that a change in their creative process—whether material, technical, or philosophical—has had on their work and how it’s led to more meaningful artistic expression. …
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- Testing the Limits
For Mia Tarducci, the secret to success is to keep stretching and growing—to test and try new things that challenge and push her creativity. The Pittsburgh artist creates large-scale works of abstract art, which she paints in oil on canvas panel. Here, she experiments with two different gessoes from Utrecht and shares some advice for …
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- Paper-Palooza!
SPONSORED CONTENT | Whether you’re working in watermedia, graphite, colored pencil, ink, or any number of other media, paper is where creativity unfolds. And when it comes to fine art papers, there’s a whole world of options to explore. Here are some exciting materials to get you started and keep you going! Blick Premier Watercolor …
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- A Less Wasteful Art: Collecting Pastel Pigment
The Pastel Shaper exists because Heather Goldstein is a good listener. As a high school student working part-time in an art supply store, Goldstein listened to artists and asked questions. At that time, pastels were her medium of choice, so she was especially tuned into the tips and conversations with pastel artists. “Everybody talked about …
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- The Zorn Palette: Unexpected Paints for Realistic Skin Tones
“I’d been painting for 15 years before I heard about this palette,” says Christina Kent, a San Francisco-based oil painter. “My first reaction was, ‘Why didn’t I hear about this sooner?!’” This limited palette was pioneered by Anders Zorn, a Swedish portrait artist active primarily in the early 1900s, and is often referred to as …
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- A Beautiful Base: Prismacolor Pencils Meets NOOD Paint Thinner
Colored pencil artist Jennifer Morrison creates stunning botanical art and teaches her methods in online classes. One of the core techniques she teaches is the spectacular base layer, which she achieves by laying down colored pencil pigment, and then applying a tiny bit of NOOD paint thinner with a stiff-bristled brush. The paint thinner breaks …
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- Proper Brush Storage: Get Rid of That Coffee Can!
Your paintbrushes are probably very near and dear to your heart—and art! Chances are, though, that you are not storing them properly, and are damaging the brushes. In this video, Scott Maier is joined by Heather Goldstein, Director of New Product Development at Jerry’s Artarama, who tells him about a product designed for proper brush …
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- What the Heck Is Gesso? A Primer on Primers
Gesso and its use can stump beginner artists. This article explains the ins and outs of gesso and its role in acrylic painting.
- When the Ordinary Becomes Extraordinary
Wayne Jiang combines acrylic paint and careful observation to create beautiful, meaningful art that displays a reverence for common objects and everyday life.
- The .ART of Community: Introducing Odyssey Magazine
.ART is more than just a domain registry and has launched .ART Odyssey Magazine to support the creative community by offering a comprehensive guide to the future of art through essays, interviews, and practical advice in specialized sections like ART & THE FUTURE, ART THERAPY, and SURVIVAL TACTICS, catering to a diverse audience of artists, creatives, and tech-savvy art entrepreneurs.
- Nourish the Artist Within
As an artist, mother and creative entrepreneur, Jenna Rainey knows how life can get in the way of art-making. She also has plenty of ideas for how to push past roadblocks to let your creativity thrive. [Sponsored Content] Making Magic with Watercolor “Watercolor is magical! I love the fluidity of the medium and how it …
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- Best Amazon Prime Day Arts & Crafts Deals
These are our picks for best Art, Craft & Sewing deals for Amazon Prime Day 2023
- Ballpoint Basics: Drawing With Ballpoint Pens
Discover the joy of drawing with ballpoint pen and find the best ballpoint pens for drawing and incorporating into your artwork.
- McCracken Black: The Perfect Black Paint?
Laurin McCracken discusses the best black watercolor paint, McCracken Black, a color created by Daniel Smith to his specifications.
- Grab and Go: Using Gouache for Plein Air
For ease of use and portability, gouache makes a perfect plein air sketching medium. I’m a plein air artist who spends half the year in New Mexico. While hitting the trails for sketching excursions, I discovered a hidden canyon not far from my studio. The quiet and beauty has become a daily inspiration. Most times, …
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- Organize Your Palette With The Painter’s Color Diary
Exclusive to Jerry’s, The Painter’s Color Diary is specifically designed to help painters record color and pigment information for future reference.
- Watercolor Painting FAQ: Brushes, Paints and More
In this snippet, Laurin McCracken shares the answers to some common watercolor painting questions regarding the materials he uses.
- 10 Reasons to Try Fluid Acrylics
Daler-Rowney Fluid Acrylic Paints offer a combination of vibrant colors, versatility, and ease of use that can enhance an artist’s creative process.
- This is the Growth You’re Looking For: Acrylic and Mixed Media Painting Workshops
If you’re stuck in a rut, your progress has plateaued, or are simply frustrated by the pace of your progress, the best way to give yourself a boost is by attending an art workshop
- Essential Workshops for Realist Painters
Whether you want to paint portraits, landscapes, still lifes, or animals, these workshops give you the support you need to advance your work.
- 5 Top-Rated Books on Western & Native American Art
Here are 5 top-rated books that explore the expansive world Western American art.
- A Secret Weapon for Underpainting
Steven Walker has a secret weapon for his underpainting process. Use this tool to help create the perfect underpainting for your oil painting!
- Oil Painting Mediums: What to Know
Try this oil painting medium to improve your oil paintings with more fluid brushwork and a balanced sheen
- The Brush Does the Work: Painting Watercolor Flowers
Jenna Rainey’s floral watercolors impress with her brushstroke techniques and new Princeton “Blooms” watercolor brush.
- Artists Network 2nd Annual Readers’ Choice Awards
Featuring 56 categories from the best tools in oil, pastel, drawing, watercolor and acrylic media to the best outdoor easel and even an unsurpassed soap for artists—our Readers’ Choice Awards are a wish list for creatives at all levels.
- Pan Pastels: Watercolor’s Secret Weapon
Johannes Vloothuis uses PanPastels as a secret weapon for watercolor painting. Add details and create an atmosphere with these pigments!
- Give Alkyd Paints and Water-Soluble Oils a Try!
Johannes Vloothuis recommends painting with water-soluble oils and alkyd paints for quick, vibrant, and easy professional results.
- An Essential Tool for Stretching Watercolor Paper
This tool makes stretching watercolor paper easy!
- Are Art Markers an Overlooked Medium?
Art markers are often considered a versatile and accessible artistic medium that can be used by both professionals and amateurs alike.
- 5 Great Plein Air Painting Books
Discover inspiration, expert tips and guidance for painting landscapes in nature with these five plein air painting books. Explore your creativity outdoors and create beautiful works of art!
- Gouache, a Beginner’s Guide
Find out what gouache is and how to use it, along with tips on the different brands and types available. Get ready to become a master of gouache painting!
- 5 Graduation Gifts For Artists
Graduation season is around the corner and you’re looking for a special gift for the artist in your life? We have five great ideas that any artsy graduate will love!
- Great Gifts for the Artsy Mother on Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is coming up and if there’s an artsy mother you’re shopping for, we’ve got you covered!
- 5 Tools For Sketching Quickly
Sketch quickly with these common tools used by courtroom sketch artists!
- Our Brains on Art: 5 Books on Art and Science
Ignite your creativity, reduce stress, and satisfy your curiosity with these 5 books that explore the mind-body connection of art!
- Pastel Papers for Beginners
Looking for pastel papers for beginners? Here’s what you need to know and what to buy!
- Five Essentials for Getting Started in Encaustics
Getting started with encaustics? Here’s what you need to know and what to buy!
- A Beginner’s Guide to Watercolor Paper and Canvas
Not sure what watercolor paper is the best to buy? Here’s what you need to know!
- 5 Books on Abstract Artists Everyone Should Know
Discover the lives and works of abstract artists with these five must-read books.
- A Beginner’s Guide to Artist’s Drawing Paper
Not sure what artists drawing paper to buy? Here’s what to look for and what I recommend.
- 5 Easy Steps for Blending in Oils
Improve your painting practice by painting this Corot master copy.
- Master Composition with These Five Art Books!
These 5 art books for living a satisfying creative life deliver those tools through personal and practical advice from practicing artists.
- Five Art Books for the Creative Life
These 5 art books for living a satisfying creative life deliver those tools through personal and practical advice from practicing artists.
- Best Scanners for Artwork
Looking for the best digital scanners to scan your artwork? Here are our top 3 for scanning your art!
- Great Grey: Oil Paints for the Right Tone
These are the best oil paints for mixing the perfect grey. If you’re struggling to mix neutral tones and to control temperature, start here!
- Artist’s Graphite Pencils, A Beginner’s Guide
Not sure what artists graphite pencils to buy? Here’s what to look for and what I recommend.
- 5 Art Studio Products I HAVE to Try!
I’ve discovered five amazing finds that are just itching to be explored! It’s time to share- what artistic goodies would you add to your own workspace?
- Artists Magazine Reading List – Great Art Books of 2022
Check out our list of the notable art books of 2022 that are sure to inspire artists of all levels. From beginners to experts, these art books will help you improve your skills and learn new techniques.
- Tools for Improving Composition
Mastering composition can be a challenge. Nothing beats repeated work and intentional practice, but these tools can be a big help!
- Helpful Tools for Mastering Value
To assist you in your mastery over values, here are 4 tools into integrate into your process.
- 5 Great Tools for Creating Texture in your Work
Unleash the power of your creativity by exploring new tools and techniques! We’ve pulled together a list of 5 tools to consider adding to your studio.
- Just for Fun | Unique Gift Ideas for Artists
Looking for unique gifts for the artist in the family? We’ve found fun, practical, inspiring, and unique gift ideas that are sure to be a hit!
- An Artist’s Wish List | Gift Ideas from Big to Small
If you’re an artist looking for items to put on your list, or looking to give a gift for an artist in the family, here are some ideas!
- Getting Started with Water-Soluble Graphite
Get started working with water-soluble graphite. Here’s what you need to know about the medium, including demos.
- Shake Up Your Watercolors with Toned Paper
Try painting on a toned surface for a fresh take on creativity Sometimes you need to mix it up to take your work to a new level, and experimenting with new materials is a great way to push yourself to work in a new and exciting way. Here artist Brenda Swenson shares how changing from …
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- Must-Have Colors of 7 Master Painters
Check out the must-have color for seven master watercolor artists and you, too, can be on your way to finding your own personal must have!
Burning Question: How did a change in surface or tool—or an outside influence—change your art or process in a meaningful way? Five esteemed watercolor artists answer this question, sharing the impact that a change in their creative process—whether material, technical, or philosophical—has had on their work and how it’s led to more meaningful artistic expression. … Read more
For Mia Tarducci, the secret to success is to keep stretching and growing—to test and try new things that challenge and push her creativity. The Pittsburgh artist creates large-scale works of abstract art, which she paints in oil on canvas panel. Here, she experiments with two different gessoes from Utrecht and shares some advice for … Read more
SPONSORED CONTENT | Whether you’re working in watermedia, graphite, colored pencil, ink, or any number of other media, paper is where creativity unfolds. And when it comes to fine art papers, there’s a whole world of options to explore. Here are some exciting materials to get you started and keep you going! Blick Premier Watercolor … Read more
The Pastel Shaper exists because Heather Goldstein is a good listener. As a high school student working part-time in an art supply store, Goldstein listened to artists and asked questions. At that time, pastels were her medium of choice, so she was especially tuned into the tips and conversations with pastel artists. “Everybody talked about … Read more
“I’d been painting for 15 years before I heard about this palette,” says Christina Kent, a San Francisco-based oil painter. “My first reaction was, ‘Why didn’t I hear about this sooner?!’” This limited palette was pioneered by Anders Zorn, a Swedish portrait artist active primarily in the early 1900s, and is often referred to as … Read more
Colored pencil artist Jennifer Morrison creates stunning botanical art and teaches her methods in online classes. One of the core techniques she teaches is the spectacular base layer, which she achieves by laying down colored pencil pigment, and then applying a tiny bit of NOOD paint thinner with a stiff-bristled brush. The paint thinner breaks … Read more
Your paintbrushes are probably very near and dear to your heart—and art! Chances are, though, that you are not storing them properly, and are damaging the brushes. In this video, Scott Maier is joined by Heather Goldstein, Director of New Product Development at Jerry’s Artarama, who tells him about a product designed for proper brush … Read more
Gesso and its use can stump beginner artists. This article explains the ins and outs of gesso and its role in acrylic painting.
Wayne Jiang combines acrylic paint and careful observation to create beautiful, meaningful art that displays a reverence for common objects and everyday life.
.ART is more than just a domain registry and has launched .ART Odyssey Magazine to support the creative community by offering a comprehensive guide to the future of art through essays, interviews, and practical advice in specialized sections like ART & THE FUTURE, ART THERAPY, and SURVIVAL TACTICS, catering to a diverse audience of artists, creatives, and tech-savvy art entrepreneurs.
As an artist, mother and creative entrepreneur, Jenna Rainey knows how life can get in the way of art-making. She also has plenty of ideas for how to push past roadblocks to let your creativity thrive. [Sponsored Content] Making Magic with Watercolor “Watercolor is magical! I love the fluidity of the medium and how it … Read more
These are our picks for best Art, Craft & Sewing deals for Amazon Prime Day 2023
Discover the joy of drawing with ballpoint pen and find the best ballpoint pens for drawing and incorporating into your artwork.
Laurin McCracken discusses the best black watercolor paint, McCracken Black, a color created by Daniel Smith to his specifications.
For ease of use and portability, gouache makes a perfect plein air sketching medium. I’m a plein air artist who spends half the year in New Mexico. While hitting the trails for sketching excursions, I discovered a hidden canyon not far from my studio. The quiet and beauty has become a daily inspiration. Most times, … Read more
Exclusive to Jerry’s, The Painter’s Color Diary is specifically designed to help painters record color and pigment information for future reference.
In this snippet, Laurin McCracken shares the answers to some common watercolor painting questions regarding the materials he uses.
Daler-Rowney Fluid Acrylic Paints offer a combination of vibrant colors, versatility, and ease of use that can enhance an artist’s creative process.
If you’re stuck in a rut, your progress has plateaued, or are simply frustrated by the pace of your progress, the best way to give yourself a boost is by attending an art workshop
Whether you want to paint portraits, landscapes, still lifes, or animals, these workshops give you the support you need to advance your work.
Here are 5 top-rated books that explore the expansive world Western American art.
Steven Walker has a secret weapon for his underpainting process. Use this tool to help create the perfect underpainting for your oil painting!
Try this oil painting medium to improve your oil paintings with more fluid brushwork and a balanced sheen
Jenna Rainey’s floral watercolors impress with her brushstroke techniques and new Princeton “Blooms” watercolor brush.
Featuring 56 categories from the best tools in oil, pastel, drawing, watercolor and acrylic media to the best outdoor easel and even an unsurpassed soap for artists—our Readers’ Choice Awards are a wish list for creatives at all levels.
Johannes Vloothuis uses PanPastels as a secret weapon for watercolor painting. Add details and create an atmosphere with these pigments!
Johannes Vloothuis recommends painting with water-soluble oils and alkyd paints for quick, vibrant, and easy professional results.
This tool makes stretching watercolor paper easy!
Art markers are often considered a versatile and accessible artistic medium that can be used by both professionals and amateurs alike.
Discover inspiration, expert tips and guidance for painting landscapes in nature with these five plein air painting books. Explore your creativity outdoors and create beautiful works of art!
Find out what gouache is and how to use it, along with tips on the different brands and types available. Get ready to become a master of gouache painting!
Graduation season is around the corner and you’re looking for a special gift for the artist in your life? We have five great ideas that any artsy graduate will love!
Mother’s Day is coming up and if there’s an artsy mother you’re shopping for, we’ve got you covered!
Sketch quickly with these common tools used by courtroom sketch artists!
Ignite your creativity, reduce stress, and satisfy your curiosity with these 5 books that explore the mind-body connection of art!
Looking for pastel papers for beginners? Here’s what you need to know and what to buy!
Getting started with encaustics? Here’s what you need to know and what to buy!
Not sure what watercolor paper is the best to buy? Here’s what you need to know!
Discover the lives and works of abstract artists with these five must-read books.
Not sure what artists drawing paper to buy? Here’s what to look for and what I recommend.
Improve your painting practice by painting this Corot master copy.
These 5 art books for living a satisfying creative life deliver those tools through personal and practical advice from practicing artists.
These 5 art books for living a satisfying creative life deliver those tools through personal and practical advice from practicing artists.
Looking for the best digital scanners to scan your artwork? Here are our top 3 for scanning your art!
These are the best oil paints for mixing the perfect grey. If you’re struggling to mix neutral tones and to control temperature, start here!
Not sure what artists graphite pencils to buy? Here’s what to look for and what I recommend.
I’ve discovered five amazing finds that are just itching to be explored! It’s time to share- what artistic goodies would you add to your own workspace?
Check out our list of the notable art books of 2022 that are sure to inspire artists of all levels. From beginners to experts, these art books will help you improve your skills and learn new techniques.
Mastering composition can be a challenge. Nothing beats repeated work and intentional practice, but these tools can be a big help!
To assist you in your mastery over values, here are 4 tools into integrate into your process.
Unleash the power of your creativity by exploring new tools and techniques! We’ve pulled together a list of 5 tools to consider adding to your studio.
Looking for unique gifts for the artist in the family? We’ve found fun, practical, inspiring, and unique gift ideas that are sure to be a hit!
If you’re an artist looking for items to put on your list, or looking to give a gift for an artist in the family, here are some ideas!
Get started working with water-soluble graphite. Here’s what you need to know about the medium, including demos.
Try painting on a toned surface for a fresh take on creativity Sometimes you need to mix it up to take your work to a new level, and experimenting with new materials is a great way to push yourself to work in a new and exciting way. Here artist Brenda Swenson shares how changing from … Read more
Check out the must-have color for seven master watercolor artists and you, too, can be on your way to finding your own personal must have!
