Fine Art and You

A logical Structure of colors is created by Theory of colors. For example we can arrange vegetable and fruits according to their color in a logical structure to explain the theory of colors. Following is the image of Color Wheel which is explained in the later part of this article. The Color …

Here are some of the basic oil tips for beginners. Try them out, i am sure you will love it !! In case you find them interesting, do not forget to comment :) :) Your comments are much appreciated :) Coloring Palette Tip 1: Always lay your oil colors well in coloring Palette so that you c…

Conor Walton  was born in Dublin, Ireland in 1970. In the year 1993, he got BA (dual degree in History of fine art and fine art) from NCAD Dublin. In the year 1995 he got MA in art history and theory from university of Essex, UK( with distinction). Currently he lives in Wicklow with wife Jane…

Hi Friendss!! being an artist, this thought always keep coming in our mind that there are how many types of paint brushes and what are their uses?? To make it a bit easy for all of you to understand, today i am gonna write about all kind of brushes available in the market :) All types of paint bru…

First of all, art is an easy way to get your kids busy. As we all know, children love to create and imagine new things. It is also a way for them to learn more about their environment and themselves, their capabilities, what they can do. Give your children the opportunity to sit and create, and …

Generally many people consider " Miniature " to be a synonym of "Minimum". But actually "miniature" word has been derived from a Latin word "Minium" which in literal sense means Red lead paint.  This red lead paint has been used during Renaissance peri…

Guest Post by  R. Harlan Smith , he is a Water colorist and a Writer. For more about him  click here   Tips for watercolor sky and water: I use a Cerulean blue to get a matte (and distant looking) sky. Use a wide brush to pre-moisten the sky area and wash with a light Cerulean blue, leaving a fe…

Drawing with Charcoal Why I love charcoal? Charcoal Charcoal is a wide counterpart of pencil and is very similar to it; it can be used for drawing, shading, blending etc. But if we compare charcoal and pencil then I must say that charcoal medium is more expressive and gives an artist s…

Hi all,  Hope to find you all in best of spirits :) Today, i have come up with quick tips to draw realistic eyes with pencil shading. As we all know that to draw realistic eyes is crucial for any portrait drawing. They make immense difference to a portrait. The best way to learn how to draw real…

Basics of  Painting: COLORS are the lifeline of any painting. They make the paintings look good and vivacious. Thus, colors are vital for any painting, a painting is of no use if proper colors are not used to enhance and explain the mood and thought of an artist. As i have already explained i…

Acrylic colors are fun to be with, they are easy to learn and are rewarding and versatile. Many different types of styles can be made out of acrylic colors. Acrylic Color Tube Basic Character of Acrylic Colors: Acrylic colors are water based that distinguishes them from oil colors. It mea…

Product Code:  2206610,    Pack of  4 Assorted colors in 10 ml bottles Hello guys, how are you today? hope to find you in best of spirits and in a happy mood :) Well !! Today  i am going to give you review of Metallic Fabrica Acrylic Colors by Camlin Limited. Overview:  This pack of c…

For the shading purpose, pencil can be hold in two ways: Writing Position. Writing Position Underpalm Position. Underpalm Position Writing Position is the most commonly used for sketching and shading. Underpalm position can used for more forceful sketching and shading of portraits. It…

Confused over what to draw and paint?? Don' be. The first and foremost thing which is most important for a fine artist is to be cool, calm and look into his/her inner self and mood. Remember, we draw to make ourselves happy and enjoy the beauty of colors and arts, so there should not be any r…

How many of you love pencil shading?? I guess you answer must be in the positive side. :) There is rare to find an individual on this planet who don't appreciate arts, crafts, drawing, pencil shading and coloring. In this and subsequent articles My aim is to strengthen and improve your skill…

People Often ask me a question that what is the difference between watercolor, oil color and Acrylic colors and how to start off with them.  Well!! Water, oil and acrylic colors are all different. In water color and acrylic color the mixing medium is water and in oil colors, the mixing medium is oi…