Category Archives: Painting Tips
Tip #5: Mirror Mirror on the Wall….
Mirrors aren’t just for getting ready in the mornings anymore…they can help detect imperfections in your paintings or drawings. And after this post you may just want to consider adding them to your list of art supplies…. Here is … Continue reading
Tip #4 The Value of Squinting
Now you are probably wondering, “Why in the world would I want to make my painting/drawing look out of focus?” Although squinting can make your subject a bit more blurry, it can also help you to see greater … Continue reading
Quick and Simple Homemade Paintbrush Rinser (How-to)
Step 1: Dab a dime-sized amount of paint onto your brush Step 2: Lather some paint onto your canvas Step 3: Rinse Step 4: And Repeat….. (Why does the painting process sound so much like … Continue reading
What is Gesso?
“Gesso” “Gesso? What the heck is that?” Yep, exactly what I said when I first heard about it. Well, let me tell you – over the years gesso has come to be my best friend. He is … Continue reading
Tip #2 Paint Upside Down
No, please do not adjust your screens. This photo is indeed posted upside down. Let me explain: (And to clarify – when I say, “paint upside down,” I do not mean to literally hang from the rafters by … Continue reading
Tip #1: Paint with a Purpose
Hi everyone. Well, as you may or may not know by now, I am Brandy Davis. I started this blog primarily because I was getting multiple inquires from people I encountered at my art shows as to whether or not … Continue reading