The Hidden History of Gouache
Explore the history of gouache painting, from medieval manuscript illumination to Matisse's cut-outs, and discover why master artists have relied on this versatile medium for centuries.
Two Ways to See Spring
Two painters, one year — and two completely different visions of the season.
3 Essential Steps to Creating Your Best Paintings Yet
Thomas W. Schaller shares 3 truths that can help save you from unnecessary moments of frustration, doubt, and discouragement.
What Do Jurors Actually Look For? Here’s the Truth.
15 qualities that elevate a painting from simply successful to truly exceptional
Before the Mona Lisa, There Were Monsters
Leonardo’s Obsession With Weird Faces
Why Every Great Painting Starts With Science
C.W. Mundy explains the foundational truths every artist — and collector — should know.
Why Art Historians Got Cézanne’s Watercolors Wrong for Decades
One painting tells the whole story — and it will change the way you think about watercolor forever.
Something’s Not Quite Right
Meet the Spanish painter whose sun-drenched canvases hide gray clouds behind every pair of sunglasses.
What Makes a Winning Painting?
The December Salon Judge Tells All
A Master Class in Joy
Renoir’s “Spring Bouquet”