In the Studio 3/3/2013
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Read more: In the Studio 3/3/2013
The light was poor this morning but improved as the day worn on; eventually the…
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Read more: Lawrence’s Annoying Paintings at the Cleveland Museum of Art
I have nothing against Thomas Lawrence, indeed, I like his work, but—good grief!—he could make…
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Read more: Thumbs-up: Neel, Thumbs-up (also): Pearlstein
By happenstance or cunning plan, The Cleveland Museum of Art has two large paintings hanging…
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Read more: Tips for Using a Grid
I frequently use a grid to enlarge designs for paintings. It’s my preferred method for…
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Read more: Transferring Designs to Canvas
I routinely transfer designs as I rework subjects in various mediums. There are several standard methods for…
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Read more: Turpentine Tip
Put some Venice turpentine into your everyday turpentine (10:1 turpentine to Venice turpentine). You could…
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Read more: Spray Varnish
Varnish is a sore subject. I’ve nearly spoiled some of my own paintings with poor…
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Read more: In the Studio 2/17/2013
A productive day with a lot of good sunlight. I finished two self-portraits this morning…