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People who Create objects of lasting beauty, intended to both 1. satisfy our dreams and waking visions, fulfill our need to express our thoughts, and to help pay the bills. And 2. bring delight to the hearts, minds and senses of others. People who are willing to share their knowledge with others.

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Artists On Their Models

"I try to keep my sitters moving and talking, to make them forget they are being painted. This has nothing to do with extracting intimate secrets or confessions, but rather with establishing, in mo... read more | posted by JohnHenry753
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Various methods for checking that the perspective

If you’re aiming to have a realistic painting, with accurate perspective, then it’s crucial to get the angles of the elements in the painting accurate. Not only the angles of how the objects lie in... read more | posted by JohnHenry753
1 reply - last reply: "• If you find that you move the... more" ~ JohnHenry753
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Perspective Post contains embedded images

Perspective is the technique used to represent a three-dimensional world (what we see) on a two-dimensional surface (a piece of paper or canvas) in a way that looks realistic and accurate, as we se... read more | posted by JohnHenry753
9 replies - last reply: "Thanks, John. I'm glad you like it. " ~ MilkyWayRoad
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Long time; no post!

Hi, Artists Group, it's been so long since I posted here that I wasn't sure whether I belonged. But here I am and I've just posted 3 paintings. I have done many, many new works since my last visit,... read more | posted by Urban123
3 replies - last reply: "Good for you! Painting keeps you out... more" ~ GlowGal
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One Artist Perspective

"When I am in a painting, I'm not aware of what I'm doing. It is only after a sort of 'get acquainted' period that I see what I have been about. I have no fears about making changes, destroying the... read more | posted by JohnHenry753
2 replies - last reply: "My grandfather was a paperhanger and... more" ~ JohnHenry753
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Edgar Degas Post contains embedded images

The French artist Edgar Degas is probably best known for his Impressionist artworks of ballet dancers, done using pastels.

Degas's original name was Hilaire Germain Edgar De Gas. He was born in ... read more | posted by JohnHenry753
10 replies - last reply: "You're quite welcome, John. " ~ MilkyWayRoad
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Where to Find Painting Ideas

Never be without a painting idea again.

All the technical painting skills in the world will do you no good if you haven't got ideas for paintings. So where do you find ideas you can use to create ... read more | posted by JohnHenry753
1 reply - last reply: "1. List Your Options, Your Likes and... more" ~ JohnHenry753
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Brushes Used in Pottery Post contains embedded images

In pottery, brushes have many uses. They are used to apply slurry or slip to joints during construction. Brushes are used to apply decorative effects such as slips, underglazes, glazes, and overgla... read more | posted by JohnHenry753
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Henri Matisse Post contains embedded images

Red Studio

Matisse was born in Le Cateau-Cambresis, northern France, on 31 December 1868 and died in Nice on 3 November 1954. He originally studied law in Paris, from 1887-9, returning home to w... read more | posted by JohnHenry753
2 replies - last reply: "I have seen his work before at the... more" ~ JohnHenry753
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10 Acrylic Painting Tips for Beginners Post contains embedded images

Practical painting tips for anyone starting to use acrylics.

Acrylics are extremely versatile, fast-drying paints, and can be used straight from the tube like oils or thinned with water or a mediu... read more | posted by JohnHenry753
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