My art diary

Sunday, July 21, 2019

Watercolour lifehacks. Художникам на заметку! Лайфхаки при работе с акварелью.

1. Чтобы скотч не сорвал верхний слой бумаги, приложите его пару раз к одежде перед использованием. Так приклеившиеся волокна не дадут скотчу "прицепиться" к бумаге полностью и сохранят ее верхний слой:

2. Используйте две банки с водой вместо одной. Так вы съэкономите время для ее смены:

3. Если вы нечаянно сотворили лужу на бумаге - воспользуйтесь пипеткой:

4. Чтобы впоследствии не остались следы от наброска - используйте акварельный карандаш подходящего цвета вместо обычного:

5. Если бумага с вашим рисунком или страничка скетчбука деформировалась от воды - слегка увлажните ее с обратной стороны и сверху положите груз на ночь:

BIGGEST MISTAKES when Buying Art Supplies

Biggest Mistakes when Buying Art Supplies:

1:Shopping with friends & family.

2: Not doing research before shopping (products, sales, coupons, etc).

3: Paying with credit cards.

4: Bringing a large amount of cash.

5: Shopping without a list or knowing what you're buying.

6: Forgetting what you already own.

7: Buying items you already have.

8: Don't always follow advice of store employees.

9: Buying impulse, tchatchke, or novelty items.

10: Buying things you won't actually use.

11: Don't shop when the store is closing.

Monday, July 1, 2019

LEONARDO DA VINCI: A LIFE IN DRAWING

Fantastic Exhibition in The Queen's Gallery
Buckingham Palace in London

Marking the 500th anniversary of the death of Leonardo da Vinci, the exhibition brings together more than 200 of the Renaissance master's greatest drawings in the Royal Collection, forming the largest exhibition of Leonardo's work in over 65 years.

The drawings by Leonardo in the Royal Collection have been together as a group since the artist's death in 1519. Acquired during the reign of Charles II, they provide an unparalleled insight into the workings of Leonardo's mind and reflect the full range of his interests, including painting, sculpture, architecture, anatomy, engineering, cartography, geology and botany.

check the web-site for details and collection: HERE

Two easy ways to paint watercolour clouds

Monday, June 17, 2019

Artist Statement. Tips for writing.

What is an artist statement?
The artist statement is a space for you to explain your art. It should focus on the “why” of the art.

Do I need to write one?
If you want people to understand who your art is for and why you do what you do, this is your chance to get inside your creative mind quickly and effectively.

Tips for Writing an Artist Statement
Explaining your ideas, concepts, and motivations. Avoid “art speak” or complex jargon that only serves to confuse rather than aid the viewer.

TECHNICAL ASPECTS: