by alklineart | Apr 15, 2018 | Plein Air Watercolors, watercolor, Watercolor Tutorial, Watercolor Workshop
I wanted to take a break from painting and share with you some things that I think will help in painting. That is the art of sketching. Lately, I have taken a break from painting some of my favorite subjects such as boats the water, and focused a little more on...
by alklineart | Jan 22, 2018 | Plein Air Watercolors, watercolor, Watercolor Tutorial
We all would like to improve our drawing skills. I have a wonderful little exerise that will surely improve your drawing and the way you approach a composition. And I have found a great way to test it too! “When you fail to prepare, you prepare to...
by alklineart | Jan 11, 2018 | Plein Air Watercolors, Watercolor Tutorial
Today, I wanted to share some insights into how I start my paintings. I’ve taken a few workshops which has helped me get a little more organized in my process. First, I want to say that attending workshops in painting has helped me to garnish new insights into...
by alklineart | Jan 1, 2018 | Watercolor Tutorial
How do we find that sweet spot in painting? Indeed, the focal point is crucial in any composition. I would call this the ‘sweet spot’ of painting. But focal point is not the only one thing that makes a painting. First, how do we identify focal points?...
by alklineart | Dec 8, 2017 | Watercolor Tutorial
As I continue to learn in watercolor, I came across some of Chein’s teaching on FB. His teaching reflects many of the great artist’s including Vladislav Yeliseyev and Zbuckvic to name a few. The importance of composition and your own artistic vision. ...
by alklineart | Dec 3, 2017 | Watercolor Tutorial, Watercolor Workshop
This week, I traveled to Sarasota Florida for a 3 day open plein air workshop with Vladislav Yeliseyev. I have been anxious to attend this workshop and meet and learn more about watercolor from this wonderful artist. This will be my last formal workshop this year. My...
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