Tips & Techniques

Tips & Techniques

8 still life techniques to try in your next artwork

 When creating a still life, there’s a few things to consider. From...
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8 still life techniques to try in your next artwork

 When creating a still life, there’s a few things to consider. From...
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8 tips for creative burnout

We’ve probably all heard of burnout before, but what about creative burnout?...
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8 tips for creative burnout

We’ve probably all heard of burnout before, but what about creative burnout?...
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10 chalk pastel techniques

Chalk pastels, or ‘soft pastels’ are great for creating a range of...
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10 chalk pastel techniques

Chalk pastels, or ‘soft pastels’ are great for creating a range of...
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10 tips on oil painting for beginners

Tackling oil painting can be tricky and it’s hard to know where...
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10 tips on oil painting for beginners

Tackling oil painting can be tricky and it’s hard to know where...
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16 palette knife techniques

Palette knives are often found by the dozen in artists’ studios and...
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16 palette knife techniques

Palette knives are often found by the dozen in artists’ studios and...
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10 tips for how to dispose of acrylic paint thoughtfully

Though it can be hard at times, it’s never too late to...
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10 tips for how to dispose of acrylic paint thoughtfully

Though it can be hard at times, it’s never too late to...
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Gold leaf techniques

Strike gold next time you’re working on a creative project as we...
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Gold leaf techniques

Strike gold next time you’re working on a creative project as we...
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13 polymer clay techniques

Whether you’re looking for new ways to amp your game, or you’re...
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13 polymer clay techniques

Whether you’re looking for new ways to amp your game, or you’re...
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Tips to build creative confidence with Michelle Sparks

Taking a leap into the unknown can be scary and starting a...
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Tips to build creative confidence with Michelle Sparks

Taking a leap into the unknown can be scary and starting a...
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10 tips for sharpening art pencils

To get the most out of your art pencils, it’s best to...
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10 tips for sharpening art pencils

To get the most out of your art pencils, it’s best to...
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10 art marker techniques

Believe it or not, there’s actually a lot you can create with...
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10 art marker techniques

Believe it or not, there’s actually a lot you can create with...
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10 tips for painting terracotta pots with Cindy from Pot Dealer Geelong

Whether you’re looking for a unique pot or wanting to add some...
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10 tips for painting terracotta pots with Cindy from Pot Dealer Geelong

Whether you’re looking for a unique pot or wanting to add some...
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10 oil pastel techniques

If you’re getting into pastels but not too sure where to start,...
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10 oil pastel techniques

If you’re getting into pastels but not too sure where to start,...
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10 paint brush techniques

It doesn’t matter if you’re looking to brush up on your technique,...
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10 paint brush techniques

It doesn’t matter if you’re looking to brush up on your technique,...
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10 tips for painting Van Gogh style

The Van Gogh style is just as unique as the artist himself....
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10 tips for painting Van Gogh style

The Van Gogh style is just as unique as the artist himself....
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14 Tips for painting realistic animals in acrylic with Dawie Mocke

Painting realistic animals can be daunting and a little challenging to get...
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14 Tips for painting realistic animals in acrylic with Dawie Mocke

Painting realistic animals can be daunting and a little challenging to get...
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11 charcoal techniques

Whether you’ve tried charcoal before or you’re totally new to the medium,...
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11 charcoal techniques

Whether you’ve tried charcoal before or you’re totally new to the medium,...
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How to draw a cartoon person: 10 tips

While cartoons might look super simple, they can be tricky to get...
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How to draw a cartoon person: 10 tips

While cartoons might look super simple, they can be tricky to get...
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10 gouache techniques

Liked for its compatibility with water, velvety matte finish and fast drying...
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10 gouache techniques

Liked for its compatibility with water, velvety matte finish and fast drying...
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20 polymer clay tips and tricks for beginners

First time trying polymer clay? It doesn’t have to be scary or...
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20 polymer clay tips and tricks for beginners

First time trying polymer clay? It doesn’t have to be scary or...
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20 Texture techniques

Play up the look and feel of your artworks with these 20...
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20 Texture techniques

Play up the look and feel of your artworks with these 20...
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7 Tips for left handed calligraphy

Let’s start by shouting “don’t let your way of writing stop you...
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7 Tips for left handed calligraphy

Let’s start by shouting “don’t let your way of writing stop you...
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15 coloured pencil techniques

Whether coloured pencils are your tools of trade or you haven’t picked...
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15 coloured pencil techniques

Whether coloured pencils are your tools of trade or you haven’t picked...
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Tips for framing your own artwork

Framing doesn’t just show off your best work, it also protects your...
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Tips for framing your own artwork

Framing doesn’t just show off your best work, it also protects your...
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