July 28, 2023
Earth tones have a life-giving vibe all their own; whether light or deep,...
July 14, 2023
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at watercolor, but didn’t know...
July 14, 2023
Download your own template to make the Grumbacher Valentine Card.
July 14, 2023
Create complex designs in your acrylic pours using the sheet dip pouring method....
July 14, 2023
Learn how to create amazing effects for your acrylic pours using the string...
July 14, 2023
New to acrylic pouring? Learn the basics of how to do a clean...
July 14, 2023
Acrylic pouring is easy to set up for artists of all levels! In...
July 14, 2023
Artist Sophie Theroux’s lesson plan for painting pumpkins teaches beginners how to block...
July 14, 2023
This mixing guide uses a limited palette of 6 Pre-tested Professional Oils to...
July 14, 2023
Final fixatives are used to fix and protect dry media such as pastels,...
July 14, 2023
With all varnishes, make sure paintings are completely dry. Allow 3 to 5...
July 14, 2023
A quick and dirty list of Grumbacher Oil Painting Mediums’ effects on paint.
July 14, 2023
Short on inspiration? Check out these ideas to get your creative juices flowing.
July 14, 2023
When a color is too bright and needs to be toned down, or...
July 14, 2023
Don’t be tied to the description on the brush rack. If you need...
July 14, 2023
Hog bristles are a natural animal fiber that work well for moving large...
July 14, 2023
Some of the most successful portrait painters suggest using a minimum of four...
July 14, 2023
When the tinting strength of Titanium White is too overpowering for what you...
July 14, 2023
Prep your masonite by washing it down with rubbing alcohol.
July 14, 2023
Grumbacher Gesso is a thick, acrylic-based gesso that works well for priming raw...
July 14, 2023
Never mix oil colors with acrylics or paint acrylics on top of oils....
July 14, 2023
Partially lift color in areas by blotting up wet color can give a...
July 14, 2023
Use a masking fluid such as Miskit Liquid Frisket to shield areas of...
July 14, 2023
The best way to use white in a watercolor painting is simply to...
July 14, 2023
Paint with light colors first and work up to darker colors.
July 14, 2023
Some mistakes can be lifted by sponging with clean water and blotting; however,...
July 14, 2023
All watercolors should be diluted with water, not used straight from the tube.
July 14, 2023
Hard-edged images can be achieved by marking off areas with masking tape.
July 14, 2023
Acrylics dry very quickly and should be kept moist on the palette. A...
July 14, 2023
For acrylics, a non-porous palette, such as a large sheet of glass or...
July 14, 2023
Protect the surface of a finished painting with a removable varnish. Dirt, dust...
July 14, 2023
Raw canvas should be sized before priming by brushing with hide glue or...
July 14, 2023
When in a bind, the best way to create some beautiful earth tones...
July 14, 2023
Be sure to break all of the starch out of your brush before...
July 14, 2023
This video focuses on the foundation of color theory.
July 14, 2023
Place pebbles or marbles into a medium bottle in order to raise the...
July 14, 2023
In just 40 seconds we’ll guide you through the techniques and tips for...
July 14, 2023
Get to know Grumbacher's Japanese Watercolors. Poured watercolor pans are made from a...
June 19, 2023
This video shows why it’s important to adhere to the fat over lean...
June 19, 2023
This video overview describes the basic components of an artist grade brush.
June 19, 2023
Have you been feeling stretched to your limits by an unpredictable and demanding...
June 19, 2023
Grumbacher certified artist, Richard Nowak, gives a step by step tutorial using Academy...
June 16, 2023
Basics of Willow and Vine Charcoal The modest stick of charcoal is easily...