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27 Sep, 2025

Best Surface for Portrait Painting: Canvas, Panel, or Paper?

by Alaric Westcombe | Sep, 27 2025 | | 0 Comments

Discover the ideal surface for portrait painting. Compare canvas, linen, wood panels, and more to choose the perfect base for oil or acrylic portraits.

20 Sep, 2025

Can You Roll Watercolor Paintings? Safe Storage & Shipping Guide

by Alaric Westcombe | Sep, 20 2025 | | 0 Comments

Yes, you can roll some watercolor paintings-carefully, and not always. Learn when it’s safe, how to do it right, better alternatives, and how to flatten a rolled piece.

16 Sep, 2025

How to Turn Your Art into Digital Art: Scanner, Camera, and Pro Editing Workflow

by Alaric Westcombe | Sep, 16 2025 | | 0 Comments

A practical 2025 guide for beginners on digitizing drawings and paintings. Learn scanner vs camera workflows, color fixes, file formats, and print-ready exports.

6 Sep, 2025

Why Is Contemporary Art So Simple? How to Read It, With Clear Examples and a Smart Checklist

by Alaric Westcombe | Sep, 6 2025 | | 0 Comments

Think contemporary art looks simple? Here’s why-and how to read it. Quick methods, real examples, a smart checklist, and plain answers to common doubts.