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Texture Techniques: When to hold back, when to let go
I want to share something exciting about creating texture in your art. Have you ever noticed how some surfaces feel richer and more alive than others? The secret often happens…
The Clifford Wilton Ashland Museum Show
I visited my late father’s show at the Schneider Museum of Art in Ashland, Oregon, last weekend and I wanted to share this little recording I made with all of you. He was clearly a man of talent and skill, and it was amazing to be able to see all…
Why it’s Great to be an Artist
I get up super early these days and ride my bicycle to the studio. This time of year it is quite cold and almost dark when I start. There are not too many people up yet and sometimes I feel I shouldn’t be either. The cars that speedily pass me…
A Dog’s Dinner
Learning how to balance a painting’s composition can be difficult. If you add in too many marks, the piece can become crowded, making it difficult for the viewer to know where to focus. Fortunately, there’s a simple solution for this. Watch the video and let me know what you think….
