Light is the most important thing for every artist. Light is always there, in the mountains, in the grass, in the water, out in the open, into the shadow and out of it. As a painter, you have to learn to play with light, to play with colors, and to feel its movement. That’s what makes a complete artist. To … Continue Reading
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Learning To See
In the book, "Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain", Dr. Betty Edwards discusses how artists see the world. She states: "Drawing is a curious … Continue Reading
3 “Sins” of beginning painters
Too Much Magic White™ Tom says Sin #1 is, "Applying too much Magic White™. It should be very thin." Bill warns us at the beginning of … Continue Reading
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The Bill Alexander Story
The Bill Alexander Story – Searching for Success
Christmas Eve Bill was driving from Canada to Los Angeles. He had been on the road for hours when he saw the neon sign flashing "Vacancy". In the middle of nowhere, feeling miserable and exhausted from his long drive he steered into the parking lot. Later, alone in his room, a knock on the door rustled Bill out of his malaise. The motel owner stuck his head in the room. "Mr. Alexander," he said, … [Read More...]