Tag: acrylic

  • Gesso Techniques

    It is interesting to see how other artists work in the same mediums. I found artist Will Kemp and read about how he dilutes his layers of gesso from thin to thick. This layering technique will create a smooth surface on your canvas. If you want to check out how to do this visit his…

  • Gessoing Canvas Tips

    I get asked all the time if I gesso my canvas. I do often buy the pre-primed canvas at the art supply store, but I do find that it is not smooth enough for my style of painting. I found this video by Howcast and it is exactly how I do mine (minus the mixing…

  • Love Birds – New Commissioned Art

    It is so fun to see what people are drawn to.  This piece was inspired by another love birds silhouette painting of sparrows in love.  It was fun to play around will my paper scraps and see what this 6 x 6 canvas starts to create.  What a little beauty!  

  • Teal – Color of the Day

    I love the color teal, it is such a happy cool color.  I find that I use it in a lot in my work.  What is your favorite color? If you like technical information on this color, check out Golden Paint’s information page: http://www.goldenpaints.com//products/color/infopg.php?K=0002369