What motivates you to paint? I usually don’t need motivation I usually just need time! I love to get outside and spend time painting. There are so many aspects to being a self-employed artist that keep me away from the easel. I just feel blessed when I “get to paint!” How do you balance family […]

Born into six generations of artists, Susan Blackwood grew up surrounded by art. Her childhood influences have remained with her in her journey as an artist and teacher. What motivates you to paint? From the time I was a little girl, I would have urgings to create. At first it was drawing with crayons, or […]

Born and raised in the Rocky Mountains, Josh Clare has always had a deep appreciation for nature’s beauty. Although Josh always had a pencil and paper in his hands growing up, it wasn’t until he began studying at BYU-Idaho when he realized his love for painting. Just two weeks after graduating with a BFA in 2007, […]

I recently wrote an article on the “Key Elements that make up a good still life”   It really doesn’t matter if it’s still life or portrait or wildlife,  the key elements are the same.  I hope you enjoy readying   Key Elements of a Good Still Life Painting By Elizabeth Robbins www.robbinsfineart.com email: [email protected] […]