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Nineteen Birthday by Wendy Layne, detail

Wendy Layne -- Capturing Life's Moments Through Art

Capturing a moment in time and translating it into art through careful precision and detail is what feeds the artistic fire of Wendy Layne.

Discover Colored Pencil, with Gary Greene Course

Discover Colored Pencil Techniques with Gary Greene

This course provides valuable information and insight about the tools and materials needed to master colored pencil. The primary focus of this class is completing a step-by-step painting featuring layering techniques.

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European White Stork by Robin Berry, detail

Robin Berry -- Finding Inspiration in Strange Places

Robin Berry finds inspiration in strange, wonderful places. Although not all ideas find expression, trying each is an exciting exercise for her.

The beginner's guide to flower painting for journal pages, handmade stationery and more.

Marie Boudon's beautifully presented creative book will give you a good grounding in this new-to-you medium and teach you all you need to know to get started with painting flowers in watercolor. Find out about paper, brushes and paints, color mixing, wet and dry techniques, blending and gradients, contrast and even how to digitize your work.

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Come join Courtney on Artists Network
For Courtney, art is one of life’s essentials. Presenting art techniques to you from trusted instructors and creators as well as adding her own voice to the mix about her own (sometimes blooper worthy!) art endeavors is what she loves best. She writes about everything from Old Master painting and techniques to how to troubleshoot a painting gone wrong. She is always looking for ways to make more of her studio time, too, working in mixed media.