Tech Tips
What’s so great about a Diane Townsend Pastel? By Jessica Masters
There are so many great things to say about these pastels. To keep it short and sweet it comes down to great colour selection, unique texture and amazing pigment quality.
How to paint the illusion of out of focus or blurry objects by Drew Steadman
I have had quite a few people ask me how I make objects to appear blurry in my paintings. I love creating certain objects to look out of focus in my paintings to create more interest in the composition,help create focal points and develop a sense of depth.
On Preparing and Varnishing Oils by portrait artist Laurie McGaw
Here are some familiar faces from Wyndham's: Chris and Laura -- so helpful and friendly! (I still have to put the polka dots on Laura's headscarf), and regular customer Barb.
Choosing an Oil Primer by Jessica Masters
In my quest to find the right primer I tried three brands. Fredrick’s, Gamblins and Windsor and Newton.
Here is what I learned: