What is it? The concept of positive and negative space is a fairly simple one. The subject of a work of art occupies the positive space, while everything else is considered negative space. Nearly every piece of representational art contains positive … [Read more...]
Technique Tuesdays: Tenebrism
Remember the Technique Tuesday post where we took a look at chiaroscuro? Today's post is going to take a look at a very cool technique, closely related to chiaroscuro: tenebrism. What is it? Tenebrism, like chiaroscuro, is all about the use of … [Read more...]
Technique Tuesdays: Limited Palette
What is it? This week we're taking a look at a method that some artists use to help enhance their work by creating color harmony and balance--the use of a limited palette. This is pretty much just what it sounds like. Thanks to the advances made over … [Read more...]
Studio Selfie Saturday: Valerio D’Ospina
Happy Saturday! Today's Studio Selfie features an artist whose work is included in this month's fantastic juried cityscape exhibition Urban Aspect--if you haven't yet, be sure you check out the show in person or on our website, by clicking here! … [Read more...]
Off to USArtists in Philadelphia!
We just finished packing a fantastic group of work to show off at USArtists: American Fine Art Show & Sale. Come visit us at Booth #22! Friday & Saturday, September 23 & 24, 11:00am - 8:00pm Sunday, September 25, 11:00am - … [Read more...]
