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See start to finish, the entire process for making prints from your artwork. Specific logistics like paper sizes, whether to do print or demand, platforms you can use are covered. Suggestions for how to promote your prints on social media, and how to photograph your artwork images are explained in depth. Discussion by Art Prof […]
This video shows the results of the 2023 June Art Dare: Collage. Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artist Dorian Epps. Prize Winner Saiha Khanum “Saliha’s artwork is rooted in her experiences as a woman and her ongoing process of learning and unlearning. She finds joy in the act of creation, which […]
Art Dare Prompt Draw Alongs Timed Drawing Videos Art Dare Leap Get started! Submit Submissions close on Thursday, August 31 @ 11:59pm EST Prizes We award prizes and honorable mentions. To be eligible for a prize, your artwork must be an original artwork created specifically for this Art Dare, and follow all guidelines. Art Dare […]
Does the rule of thirds actually work? Or is it a bad technique that will limit what you can do with composition as an artist? Explained are the pros and cons of the rule of thirds, and the challenges of learning skills in composition. Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artists Jordan […]
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See techniques for how to paint fur with marker, acrylic inks, and acrylic paints. Explained is ways to layer the 3 media to create a foundation for details. Find out specific ways to handle your brushes and ways to mix and apply the paints to capture the textures of fur. Demo by Art Prof Clara […]
See demo on how to create figure drawings that are expressive, lively and dynamic in charcoal. Explained is specific techniques on how to physically work your drawing to get past tight, conservative ways of drawing. Demo with Art Prof Clara Lieu. Video Walkthrough Art Supplies Reference Photos As a free educational source, Art Prof uses […]
Reed & wire are quick and easy materials to get started with 3D. See a demo on how to use these materials to construct a lively, dynamic sculpture. Demo by Art Prof Clara Lieu & Mia Rozear. Thank you to Cobalt Counseling for sponsoring this video!! Video Walkthrough Prof Lieu’s Tips I’ve talked to a […]
This video shows the results of the 2023 May Art Dare: Fan Art. Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artist Jordan McCracken-Foster. Prize Winner Sasha Guobadia “For my piece I chose the artist Ibeyi. They are French, Afro-cuban twins who make afro- spiritual mixed with R&B vibes. I chose to re-think their […]
This technique shows a reductive method to charcoal drawing. The drawing begins with an even layer of grey, from which highlights are created with an eraser, and shadows are blocked in with charcoal. See how to layer and build up a convincing likeness with a range of specific tools that fit this technique. Demo by […]
Art Dare Prompt Art Dare Leap Get started! Submit Submissions close on Monday, July 31 @ 11:59pm EST Prizes We award prizes and honorable mentions. To be eligible for a prize, your artwork must be an original artwork created specifically for this Art Dare, and follow all guidelines. Art Dare winner Artists outside the US […]
This video shows the results of the 2023 April Art Dare: Bones. Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artist Lauryn Welch. Prize Winner Ross Hines “I have a slightly morbid fascination with skulls (sorry, not sorry, it’s the art teacher in me!) and have many on hand in my classroom. I don’t […]
Art Dare Prompt Resources Examples Tricia Campbell, M. Tordy, Mari, Ana A. Wieder-Blank,Michelle D., Julie R., Arielle Finberg, Jennifer Lynne, Neil, Helen, Croo, Anna, Staley, Neil Espinosa Inspiration Art Dare Leap Get started! Submit Submissions close on Friday, June 30 @ 11:59pm EST Prizes We award prizes and honorable mentions. To be eligible for a prize, your artwork must be an original artwork created […]
See the reasons the line of action can make figure drawing more difficult and misleading, especially in terms of anatomical structure and getting a true understanding of what a gesture drawing entails. Discussion with Art Prof Clara Lieu. Video Walkthrough As a free educational source, Art Prof uses Amazon affiliate links (found in this page) […]
There is so much advice for artists that is terrible and can make the art making process stressful and frustrating! Discussion with Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artists Mia Rozear and Cat Huang. Video Walkthrough As a free educational source, Art Prof uses Amazon affiliate links (found in this page) to help pay the bills. […]
This video shows the results of the 2023 March Art Dare: printmaking. Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artist Jordan McCracken-Foster. Prize Winner Pat McIlroy (Canada) “I started printmaking at the beginning of this year, and it has taken over! In March I knew I would be drawing robots everyday based on […]
Art Dare Prompt Resources Art Dare Leap Get started! In our Discord, we have an #art-dares channel where you can post your works in progress, and get feedback and support throughout the month. People in this channel provide motivation, inspiration, and accountability which can be really helpful while you’re doing the art dare. Submit Submissions close […]
See a comprehensive overview printmaking techniques: intaglio, relief, silkscreening, lithography, and more. Explained are the various techniques to provide depth and insight into the process of printmaking. Discussion with Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artist Mia Rozear and Guest Artist Dorian Epps. Video Walkthrough Techniques Mentioned Lithography Intaglio relief Image transfers Collagraphs Silkscreening Monotypes […]
Learn concrete ways you can deal with your anxiety as an artist, none of us are spared worrying about this! As artists there is so much to worry about, how our artwork will be received, diving into a new endeavor, exhibiting your work for the first time, and more. Discussion led by Art Prof Clara […]
See how you can design fan art that will stand out from the crowd. Techniques demonstrated will be how to merge text and images as well as how to achieve your own personal interpretation while also capturing the subject’s character and personality. Demo by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artist Jordan McCracken-Foster. Video Walkthrough Prof Lieu’s Tips […]
There are now so many online resources for learning art out there, and it’s so challenging to know how to go about creating study plan that fits your needs! Here are concrete ways you can speed up learning art, that provide a clear direction with efficient ways to boost your skills. Discussion with Art Prof […]
What goes into a sketchbook, and what are creative ways you can approach yours? This workshop will stimulate new ways you can engage with your personal sketchbook practice. Whether you are just getting started with a sketchbook, or have been keeping sketchbooks for many years, we’ll provide plenty of ways you can explore this wonderful […]
We’re all fans of something, (Benedict Cumberbatch for Prof Lieu) and what better way to show our love by making fan art together! Explore the incredible range of interpretations and stylistic choices you can try out with fan art. “Prof Lieu’s experienced advice and encouragement to me personally on my art! I also love that […]
This 1 day workshop will provide insight on how to prepare your application for grants, residencies, schools, and other artist programs. We’ll cover how to approach writing project proposals and budgets, artist statements, and how to organize your materials in a way that is professional and cohesive. Whether you have no experience applying to artist […]
This 1 day workshop will provide insight on the logistics and strategies of exhibiting your artwork. We’ll cover how to approach galleries and curators, how to prepare artist documents which are required to exhibit your work, as well options for framing and presentation. Whether you have no experience exhibiting, or many years, we will provide […]
This video shows the results of the 2023 February Art Dare: mushrooms. Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artist Mia Rozear. Prize Winner Neil Espinosa This art dare was the perfect opportunity to start making art again after a semester-long break. I began with warm-up paintings and drawings (the first three images) […]
See how to begin a figure painting with water mixable oils. Explained is a reductive underpainting technique where the painting surface is covered with one color, and the highlights are removed with a cotton rag. Demo by Art Prof Clara Lieu. Video Walkthrough Art Supplies Reference Photos As a free educational source, Art Prof uses […]
Art Dare Prompt Reference Photos Inspiration Skeleton Prompts Art Dare Leap Get started! In our Discord, we have an #art-dares channel where you can post your works in progress, and get feedback and support throughout the month. People in this channel provide motivation, inspiration, and accountability which can be really helpful while you’re doing the art […]
See how to sculpt and model a sculpture of a boxer dog, using air clay in white and terracotta colors. Techniques for using colored clays together are explored, including adding graphite powder to the air dry clay to darken it. Hear about the specifics of working with air dry clay, including how to deal with […]
Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artist Cat Huang and Guest Artist Dorian Epps provide Part 1 of a design curriculum for self-taught artists that cover the essential skills. How do you define design, and what fields are in design? This is a discussion of the basics of design, while providing clear definitions of the […]
Creating a title for your artwork can be challenging! This video provides tips for artwork titles: considering how a title can help an audience understand an artwork better, or even surprised your audience. Discussion with Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artists Deepti Menon and Mia Rozear. Video Walkthrough Artists Mentioned As a free educational […]