Rising Trends: Where does a masterpiece live?

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Morning Hustle by Annie Strack, 9 x 12, watercolor on cold pressed paper

Watercolor artist Annie Strack discusses how it feels when everything goes right and how you get there. Alongside her, we delve into several such favorite moments and delve into the surfaces, specifically, where these masterpieces "live" with discussions on methods and techniques of how they got there, one inspired stroke or mark at a time.

Passion and Inspiration Define Workshops in France

With the love of art and a passion for travel, WorkshopsInFrance has established unforgettable château-based painting retreats and workshops in France, Scotland and Italy. Through these premier workshops, artists come together in small enrichment groups to celebrate the good life and create work that reflects the authenticity and beauty of their surroundings. Artists of all levels leave with sketches, paintings and inspiration that lasts for years. Gayle from Florida says, "I'm thanking you for one of the highlights of my life. The experience was fun, productive, enriching and just what I needed."

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From Photos to Fantastic: Painting Watercolor Seascapes

Experience the excitement of transforming even the most ordinary of reference photos into fantastic watercolor seascapes as Iain Stewart bring you his favorite painting tips. Using techniques including variegated washes, wet-into-wet, color mixing, lifting, softening edges, and more, you'll follow along with Iain to develop this magical harbor and castle painting from start to finish for stunning results.

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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.