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Who is your Role Model? Mentor? Teacher?

Give the Painting Group some helpful tips on where to go for further study or learning

As artists, one of the key elements to growth is continuous exploration of oneself and one's surroundings. Explain what you do to develop and hone your skills and perceptions.

Where do you go for inspiration?

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SamanthasArtStudio wrote...

For inspiration, I like to travel to botanic gardens!

Looking forward to seeing other Squids' paintings!

Posted May 28, 2009

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CreativeArtist wrote...

I like looking at pictures, and then figuring out how I can do something to achieve a certain affect or look.

Posted May 09, 2009

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PainterMommy wrote...

Hello Everyone! My name is Dawn Papandrea-Khan aka "PainterMommy". I am a fulltime mother of 2 little ones (under the age of 4) and #3 on the way in a few weeks. I also own my own New York based decorative painting business called Surfaces with Paint. I specialize in faux paint & plaster finishes, custom stenciling, and hand painted wall murals.

Feel free to check out my website & blogs. I have lots of great pictures, how to's, tips and advice.

My main website: http://www.surfaceswithpaint.com
Murals & Faux Blog: http://www.muralsandfaux.blogspot.com
Nursery Murals & More Blog: http://www.nurserymurals.blogspot.com

I look forward to getting to know everyone. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or advice concerning faux finishing or mural painting.

Happy Painting Everyone!!

Posted September 24, 2008

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Hi,
I love paintings and also paint.My paintings would be mostly of NATURE.I liked this lens very much.
Feel free to visit my thefauxpaintingsource blog

Posted September 12, 2008

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Painting4life wrote...

I love painting many different dog breeds, and also wildlife. My art brings much joy to my life.

Posted August 01, 2008

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What is Your Favorite Medium or Technique?

Give us your insights on what methods and media you prefer

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SamanthasArtStudio wrote...

Acrylics for me too. I work with colored pencils a lot as well, and pastels once in a blue moon!

Posted May 28, 2009

A Survey for Painters, like you...

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A Survey for Painters, like you... wrote

Hi,

Hope you would forgive the intrusion. :)

We are working on a website which will cater to the needs of painters like you (for example - showcasing and selling your works, discussing everything about painting, etc..). We would appreciate if you could provide your valuable inputs to make this effort successful for everyone in this field.

For this, we are conducting a survey. It contains a short set of questions which will help us to gain an understanding of your needs and concerns.

Please click on the following link to take the survey:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=1FoBvvoUMns2MWVQVTk6Zg_3d_3d

It would be nice if you could take out some time from your schedule and assist us in building this platform.

Thanks in advance.

Posted May 04, 2009

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d-artist wrote...

I enjoy acrylics..and my style is still developing...i would like to loosen up and rid so much detail... 5*s

Posted August 10, 2008

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CreativeArtist wrote...

My favorite medium is paint. When I was little and watched my father paint the walls, I couldn't wait unti I could help paint too. Now I get to mix colors together and create whatever I want.

Posted August 07, 2008

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FlorenceArt wrote...

Acrylic is my main medium, either on paper or canvas. But I also love ink, pastel, color pencils, charcoal, collage... and of course digital painting!

Posted April 29, 2008

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Let's Discuss Painting and its Purpose

This is the place to talk about the artist's role in today's digital society

With the growing popularity of digital imagery, where does that leave oil, acrylic, watercolor, gouache and the heaps of other painting techniques? Is it all going down the tubes?

Let's hear what you think, and discuss about the future of painting!
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FlorenceArt wrote...

Strange to think of this in terms of competition. Digital art is a new way to make art, why does it have to replace anything? What did photography or cinema replace?

I love the freedom of the digital medium, I think it really helps me grow as an artist. I also love painting, getting my hands (and other body parts) dirty, the feel and touch of paper or canvas, and the gestures. Many different ways to create and have fun, I love them all!

Posted April 28, 2008

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Jenafern wrote...

Original, hand-created art vs. digital art = apples and oranges. Like them both, not remotely the same.

Posted April 22, 2008

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Leenashorses wrote...

Hi!

Just joined and tried to write a comment, but never got the security word accepted no matter how carefully I wrote it LOL. Well, let´s try again.

I am an artist specializing in horse art but after a very trying year in our family (we lost a family member to a severe illness) I have begun to appreciate any art that has a positive message.

I used to paint with traditional mediums only, but when I tried to get my creative juices flowing again, I thought I´d try with digital painting. And I am hooked... I feel all mediums have value.

Just started my very first lense on horse art, but I think more lenses will follow...

Posted February 07, 2008

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jeyoung wrote...

I am blown away by the talent, ingenuity and creativity of digital artists. However, I think there will also always be a craving for the tactile intimacy that comes more directly from the artist's hands, even with the most primitive methods. You can't get any more basic than a stick with hair on i

Posted October 31, 2007

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BarbosaArt wrote...

No, I think it will be left right where it is or maybe considered to be more valuable and that digital imagery and painting will just be added as another style and medium...The Acrylic Artist

Posted September 10, 2007

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judithdagostino wrote...

I think there is room for all of us creative types. I don't think digital will take away from "hand painted" paintings - perhaps it will make them more unique and more valuable in the future.

Posted August 20, 2007

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Barbarino wrote...

Digital art will never replace real pigment and the incredible textures that can be obtained from working with real brushes, mediums and other art supplies. I don't think it's about choosing one or the other but more about how the two may be used in conjunction for greater effect.

Posted June 13, 2007

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calviaart wrote...

I still miss the mess on my clothes, the smell and not wearing out my poor mouse..
Sylvia Outlaw

Posted May 25, 2007

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d-artist wrote...

eventhough digital is an art in itself, using a brush/pencil and applying a technique will always be a contribution to handmade imaginative creativity...

Posted April 03, 2007

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realself wrote...

Paint will never die, just as paper will never die-to be replaced by Outlook! Paint is an extension of our mind, our breath, and our seeing. Go for it.

Posted March 22, 2007

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CreativeArtist wrote...

I've seen digital and fractal art and it is stunning. And I've also seen many works done by hand, and both methods are gorgeous. I like painting with acrylics myself.

Posted March 21, 2007

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flyingscot wrote...

5 Litres of opaque white gouache, painterly and enthusiastic. I began as a painter over 30 years ago and am on the digital end of things now. Great stuff.

Posted March 19, 2007

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