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The best art museums in the world for art lovers offer a unique experience to learn about art history and humanity as we can study art masterpieces in the context of socio-economic and political changes rather than from a technical point of view. Top art museums for art lovers offer visitors a chance to appreciate […]
What are the best movies about famous artists? There are many great movies about artists that offer a glimpse into the creative process, the struggles artists face, and the impact of their work on society. I’m not sure if watching movies about famous artists makes us more or less vital in society, as it seems […]
Megan Seiter is an accomplished, contemporary hyperrealist artist working in colored pencil. A winner of many prestigious awards, Megan creates beautiful floral paintings with a twist. Using the pan pastel and watercolor she draws realistic still life paintings with amazing precision and vibrancy. In the interview she shares her colored pencil techniques, art supplies and […]
In this article you’ll find some basic information on copyright law for artists. While I’m not an attorney, I have researched this topic quite a bit to give you some clear guidelines for copyright protection for art and what you need to consider doing as an artist painting, digitizing your art and giving images to […]
In this podcast episode I summarize some basic rules to follow to protect your art from copyright infringement in the US. I discuss fair use, fan art use, copyright protection for art, copyright expiration dates, copyright use of photography, etc. You can read about this topic here: https://veronicasart.com/copyright-law-for-artists-rules-to-protect-and-avoid-copyright-infringement-of-original-art/ If you find this episode helpful, please […]
The uncomfortable truth about the art market corruption Is this painting great? No. Discover why we face the fraud of contemporary art every day. This is an opinion piece that you may not agree with. I’m going to explain some art market money laundering and Ponzi schemes prevalent at the top art market today. I’m […]
Step-by-step realistic colored pencil drawing of a donut To learn realistic colored pencil drawing techniques, you must consider: A full step by step demonstration of 10 donuts is part of my most recent art book The Colored Pencil Manual as well as my video course Complete Colored Pencil Techniques in 90 days. Art supplies: Basic […]
In this article, I’d like to share my experience doing colorful pencil drawing on wood. I list both advantages and disadvantages working on wood. The advantages of colored pencil drawing on wood Drawbacks in colored pencil drawing on wood I highly recommend buying a very small panel to test all the materials and techniques on […]
As I’m fed up with daily scams reaching my inbox, I’ve listed some of the most annoying ones here. When you’re new to these messages, it’s easy to get scammed but when you get several similar ones in a day, it becomes much easier to spot, report, and block them on Instagram! Below you find […]
What is a grid method in art? The grid method is a technique used in drawing and painting to help artists accurately replicate an image or scene changing the scale of the picture. The artgrid is one of the ways to transfer the outlines onto enlarged canvas with maximum precision. The artist can grid a […]
What is the color white? Is it the titanium white in oil painting? Or is it the color of your skin, feather, cream, silk, snow, kitty, pearls, chess, lace, car, flowers, crystals, swans, wall paint, clouds and the moon? Or is it the white of a happy smile, hope, or the light of your soul? […]
Subscribe & Rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here Have you noticed you can’t stand violence watching movies? Or that you get really upset being rejected? Or you feel drained after visiting a party? Most artists I know are highly sensitive people including me. Our sensitivity lets […]
Subscribe & Rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Podcast Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com In this candid interview Andy Firth aka Jack of The Dust shares his art, heart and vision. Andy is a self-taught Australian artist who established his art business in a […]
VIZCAYA MUSEUM review What a fantastic place to visit in Coconut Grove, Miami’s oldest neighborhood! In fact, this is the most beautiful estate museum I’ve visited in the US so far. It’s better then the Ringling estate and the Flagler one. Reminiscent of the old European architecture, the mansion reminds me of Venice and its […]
Who is Arcimboldo? Born in Milan, Giuseppe Arcimboldo was a rather mysterious Italian painter who lived from 1526 to 1593. He is known for his optical illusion portrait paintings or composite heads, which are made of a variety of objects such as fruits, vegetables, fish, flowers, books, twigs, and animals arranged to create a human […]
Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com Colorado-based realist artist, Nicole Finger is a super-talented, highly-realistic oil painter who creates figurative realism art inspired by her family and surroundings. Immersed in beauty of the San Juan Mountains in […]
My husband and I traveled the romantic road in Germany and this palace was a great start. The Würzburg Residence’s exterior is reminiscent of French Chateau architecture and features opulent rooms in Baroque and “Würzburg rococo” styles. It’s a feast for the eyes if you feel inspired by the visual beauty. Constructed in the 18th […]
Every nation wants to be independent and fights for its freedom to be just that. Independent. Every nation and its people affirms its difference from others. Yet when thoughts on racism, oppression or minorities arise, every nation and person want to be treated equally. What’s the relationship between nationality and equality then? The thing is […]
Exploring Psychedelic Art: history, themes & artists Psychedelic art is a form of visual art that emerged in the 1960s in the US and is characterized by super vivid colors, super detailed geometric patterns, symmetrical designs, and unusual subjects. Psychedelic art reflects the experiences and sensations experienced on psychedelics, such as LSD, iboga, ayahuasca, peyote, […]
Symbols of transformation in art can represent various concepts, such as growth, change, rebirth, and metamorphosis. They represent the process of personal growth, which is often painful and difficult, but because we’re able to overcome our challenges, the process of transformation happens to renew our souls. As a result, symbols of transformation in art, music, […]
CONTEXT Art Miami takes place every December alongside the Art Miami in downtown Miami. This upscale, glitzy art fair is the 33rd Edition of Art Miami and 11th Edition of CONTEXT Art Miami. It features emerging and mid-career artists presented by more than 240 International art galleries. CONTEXT also showcases commissioned art made for the […]
In this episode I list 4 different surfaces for colored pencil drawing I use the most often. There are many more drawing papers of course. Share your ideas in the comments on YouTube or in messages on Instagram To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LdXTinmciDc Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | […]
Graphite pencil drawing is a fundamental skill necessary to master for every realist artist. In this article, I’d like to share several most useful tools and techniques for portrait drawing I use the most often. Keep in mind that that these graphite pencil techniques for beginners are applicable to any kind of pencil/charcoal drawing including […]
On February 16, 2023, ART WYNWOOD kicked off its 10th edition with exuberant crowds, diverse art and energetic vibe. Held during the presidents day weekend, the art fair welcomed art collectors big and small to enjoy art, cocktails and trendy hangout. Smaller than the CONTEXT Art Miami, this winter art fair was held in the […]
Learn why the 20th-century art will be lost faster than the old masters’ paintings housed in various art collections worldwide. Meet George O’Hanlon and Tatiana Zaytseva, co-founders of Natural Pigments. In this episode, we’ll be exploring the hidden truth about today’s art supplies and how the incorrect use and poor quality can cause cracking, fading […]
Learn how to create depth and dimension in your colored pencil drawings with these top four colored pencil shading techniques. In this article you’ll discover the most useful shading techniques that you can apply to any subject you draw. I also share some necessary tools that can help you create colorful pencil drawings. Colored pencil […]
What is visionary art? Visionary art definition: Visionary art is a genre of art that focuses on spiritual and mystical experiences, deep exploration of human psyche often involving altered states of consciousness or depiction of wide states of awareness. It is characterized by a highly detailed, surrealistic style that often incorporates beautiful symmetrical patterns, vivid […]
In this episode I share my thoughts and experiences outlining our unique perception of reality and how to expand on our awareness, understanding and love. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/z7bFUwyNXRY Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com
How to Promote your Art and Advance your Art Career The following article is the advice I’d give myself over 25 years ago when I began drawing. I was shy, clueless and too naïve to believe that someone would see me or discover my art after I have my college degree. If you think like […]
Subscribe & Rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com Vietnamese-American contemporary artist, Dan Lam plays with color, texture and form to create her psychedelic resin art sculptures. Questioning reality, she explores her ideas visually asking the viewers to embrace curiosity […]
On unique perception of reality, emotions and judgment Have you experienced talking to someone trying to explain your point of view only to hear these words back – ‘you’re being crazy’, ‘you’re wrong’ and ‘you’re overreacting.’ You try to prove your point but the other side needs a hearing aid to even listen to your […]
Are you about to visit Naples in Florida? Located on the Gulf of Mexico in Southwest Florida, it’s often called a paradise because of the weather in the winter months. I’m a local visionary artist and I’d like to share some must-see attractions and sightseeing in and around town. Main sightseeing attractions in Naples, Florida […]
If you’re in Naples, Florida, stop by to see the retrospective exhibition of Victory Vasarely that displays over 100 serigraphs, lithographs, gouache paintings, drawings and a few small sculptures. Hosted by the Naples Art Institute, the art show offers a beautiful look at Op Art you can rarely see around here. Hungarian-French artist, Victor Vasarely […]
Art Business Ideas That Work Subscribe & Rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Podcast Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com In this episode you’ll meet with Sensei Alford and abstract artist Courtney Miley from the ELLEmnop.art gallery. They both live in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. We […]
When it comes to drawing realistic fur with colored pencils, there are a variety of techniques you can use to create texture, pattern, color, and shading that mimics the look of real animal fur. Whether you’re drawing long fur or fluffy fur, a cat tail, dog tail, or any other type of animal tail, there […]
Emily McElwreath is an art advisor, curator and podcaster working in New York. Her formal education includes an MA from Purchase College in Art History with a Concentration in Contemporary Art Criticism and an Art Business Certification from Christie’s Education. Years ago she left the position of director of communications and education at the Brant […]
Imagine this. We can feel confident and inspired by looking at bold brushstrokes of Sargent. Or, perhaps, we can find solace in Vermeer’s quiet portraits. Maybe, the gaze of Frida’s self-portraits can reflect our own inner strength. Visual art, in its myriad of forms and styles, is a keepsake of our emotions. Art is open […]
Irish artist, John Dalton is an accomplished writer, podcaster and craniosacral therapist. He is the host of two podcasts – “Further Emergence” and “John Dalton Gently Does it”. “Further Emergence” focuses on topics of spirituality and emotion, while “John Dalton Gently Does It” is dedicated to interviews with contemporary figurative artists. John has an extensive […]