Blog
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Featured Artist: Sean Friloux
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Sean Friloux began working as a graphic designer and draftsman developing design and drawing principles. Now working in watercolor, charcoal and oi... -
The Barnes Atelier of Art
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The Barnes Atelier is a small atelier run by artists Travis Seymour and Nancy Fletcher, together classically trained at the Angel Academy in Floren... -
New Film: A Light In The Valley with Nic De Jesus
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In 2016, artist Nic De Jesus began a year-long artist in residence program, at Saltmarsh Farmhouse – a 16th century country house in the Cuckmere V... -
LARA: Clapham North Studios
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Congratulations to London Atelier of Representational Art (LARA) on their new studio located in the Clapham North area of London, UK. Founded in 20... -
Nitram Charcoal: Ready When You Are: Nic De Jesus
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Nic De Jesus: Featured in the September Issue of Artists & Illustrators Magazine. "I like to be ready to draw right away when I encounter an i... -
A Conversation with Nic De Jesus
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Born and raised in the small South African coastal village of Warner Beach, artist Nic de Jesus soon developed a deep love and respect for the ocea... -
Featured Artist: Blake Blanco
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Nitram Charcoal offers the finest, most even distribution of particles and can be effortlessly lifted when necessary. These drawings are the product of Eadweard Muybridge photography, my bad habits, and quality that only Nitram can offer.
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Traditional Fine Art by Patricia Adolph
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Traditional Fine Art by Patricia Adolph of Nitram Charcoal, as seen in the Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery in Toronto in an exhibition featuring traditional fine art by Albert Slark & Students -
Portrait Drawing with Art Charcoal
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Drawing portraits in charcoal allows the artist more flexibility with value and tone as opposed to graphite. Charcoal can be used in the same manner as graphite for portraiture, resulting in more striking values. -
Embrace the Large! Why Every Artist Should Include Large Format Charcoal in Their Toolbox.
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Large format charcoal doesn't have to be overwhelming. Find out how to incorporate large format charcoal into your toolbox today! -
How to Combine Watercolor and Charcoal in Your Artwork
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Many artists may think that mixing a dry and wet medium may not produce
good results but the concept of mixing charcoal with watercolor has been around
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How to Properly Care for Your Charcoal So It Lasts
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Your materials should never hinder you in creating your best artwork.
Proper care will let you focus on your vision instead of compensating for
damaged materials.
