Posts by Nicholas Wilton
How to Know When It’s Finished – Nicholas Wilton – Ep 86
Knowing when a painting is finished is both an art and a science. There are measurable aspects of finished work, but there are also intangible things that are difficult to discover when first starting out. Join me as I take an in-depth look at finishing, the criteria for finished work, and how to finally put…
Read MoreHow I create lines in my paintings…
I love creating lines in my work, but I don’t do it by painting them directly. There’s an easier way. By working with values and the paint layers I have, I paint and cover areas, resulting in cool lines that give the work a finished quality. Check this out… Sometimes I make a line with…
Read MoreDivine Resilience – Anna Kincaide – Ep 85
I love artists whose work compels me to go deeper. That’s exactly how I felt the first time I saw one of Anna Kincaide’s figurative abstract paintings. Anna has devoted her life to the study of women and expressing the female experience through her artwork. Join us as we discuss overcoming artistic burnout, creating a…
Read MoreWatch how I create cool effects with crayons!
Happy Sunday! I’m working in my sketchbook with crayons and thought I’d share the cool effects I’m getting. I start by making a simple pattern. Check this out… What I love about crayons is that you can alter the color with layers of other colors. Plus, scratching through the crayon creates richness. My sketchbook page…
Read MoreLate Nite Art – Adam Rosendahl – Ep 84
Meet Adam Rosendahl. He’s the founder of Late Nite Art where he facilitates art experiences by bringing people together from all walks of life. Adam works with teams, organizations, and conferences around the globe to connect people more with themselves and their community through art and music. Join us for a fascinating conversation as we…
Read MoreHow I drop into my work quickly…
I’m in the studio today with a painting I haven’t worked on in a while. To help me drop back into it quickly, here’s something that I do, that you might want to try too. I unplug from my phone and other distractions and set a timer for 20-30 minutes. It gets me out of…
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