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Why You Should Be Painting in Oil
William Schneider gives pastelists 5 reasons to add another medium to their repertoire.
7 Tips for Painting Wildflowers and Grasses
Capture the charm of untamed nature without overwhelming your landscapes, with insights from pastel artist Karen Margulis.
The Dreaded “What Kind of Artist Are You?” Question — And How to Answer...
Natasha Isenhour urges us to defy labels.
The Light at the End of the World
Inspired by miles of sandy beaches and a lengthy blue hour that merges sea and sky, a group of late 19th-century artists transformed a Danish fishing village into a hotbed of artistic expression.
Can One Small, Strategic Line or Color Enliven an Entire Painting?
You bet it can! And Stan Sperlak will show you how.
Don’t Wait for the Perfect Moment
A top pastel artist shares the rewards of plein air painting.
The Value of Value
Connie Lynn Reilly shares her approach to “the most important” element of design.
One for Dark, One for Light, and One that’s Intense
The rest of Karen Margulis’ limited palette stays in the middle value range.
A Celebration of Pure Color
An exhibition of pastels pays tribute to the legacy of Terry Ludwig.