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Pro Painting Tip: Copy the Masters

Today we're going to talk about another practical Acrylic Painting tip. Learning from people who have walked the path before is one of the best ways to eliminate fear and grow quickly. Why fumble around blindly in the dark, figuring it all out on your own when an experienced traveler can lead you to...

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Questions and Answers: Learning to Paint with Farley Lewis

 

by Jed Dorsey

Farley Lewis is a true artist using his skills in a wide variety of ways: sign painting, fine art, murals, house portraits, and teaching. Such an interesting, resourceful and creative person (and father of 5 - including a set of triplets!).

Farley is one of the main artists who does ...

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Questions & Answers: Learning to Paint with Jessica Green

 
By Jed Dorsey
 
In this session Jessica Green joins us from Indianapolis, IN. 
 
What a joy Jessica is! She has such a great perspective on being an artist. So many nuggets of wisdom. Here are a few:
  • You don't have to be a full-time artist to be a successful artist. You can enjoy art an...
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Questions & Answers: Learning to Paint with Mike Svob

 
By Jed Dorsey
 
In this session Mike Svob joins us from Whiterock, BC. In 2001 I saw my very first acrylic paintings in a gallery in Whistler, BC. I fell in love instantly. Mike was one of the talented artists and ended up being my first instructor in acrylics. I was so honored this fall when he a...
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The Confident Artist Intro: Creativity & Courage

“Creativity takes courage.”

- Henri Matisse

 A Common Question

I had just locked the storage room door and was walking out of my studio when a woman caught my attention. She had come in and wanted to find out more about my painting classes. After I gave her the schedule, she asked, “But what if I...

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