Acrylics are one of the most versatile mediums in the art world, but this can also make it hard to know where to start. Most mediums have a standard set of ‘rules’ or practices that artists tend to follow to…
We all create art because we love it- but if you’re reading this you’re probably thinking of how you can make it is a successful artist. In this article I’m not going to be talking about what hashtags to use…
Are you wondering if you can use acrylics to paint on wood? Looking for a cheaper alternative to canvases? There are a few things you should know if you want to transform a piece of wood into a masterpiece. The…
If you are looking for a way to protect your drawings, spraying a fixative is a great way to prevent your pastel, graphite or charcoal work from smudging. You may have heard the idea to spray artwork with hairspray as…
Painting on paper is a very convenient way to get started with your art. It is much easier to store than canvases, and it is also easier to transport if you like to paint outdoors. Whether you’re painting at home,…
If you have just bought a new painting or are looking to frame your own creations, you are probably wondering the best way to display and protect your artwork. Framing behind glass is a popular method of protecting a work…
One of my absolute favourite animals to draw is a Lion. I love creating the long flowing manes and the bright, fierce eyes. But lions can be a very difficult and challenging subject to draw. Which is why I decided…
If you’ve stumbled across this page then you are probably considering commissioning a hand-painted portrait of your pet. Whether you would like me to work on this painting, or if you have a different artist in mind, it is likely…
I’m going to talk specifically about how I paint the long fur of a lion’s mane. This is something that can make all the difference when trying to paint a realistic looking lion. How to paint a Lion’s mane I’m…
One of the most deceptively hard things to paint when using wildlife as a subject are animals with white fur. It may seem easy at first glance, but when you get stuck into painting you realise just how difficult it…
Pet portraits were where my journey as a professional artist began. Whilst I was building up my portfolio of wildlife work and developing my style, painting pet portraits was my main focus and source of income. Even though the wildlife…
No painter works the same, and the process of planning a painting is no different. Some artists like to work intuitively, and let the painting take its course. Others like myself prefer to have a fairly good idea of how…