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Unconventional Inspiration: Beyond the Visual


Julie Beck

Inspiration comes in many forms. As visual artists, the obvious place to find inspiration is other visual experiences. However, some of my favorite ideas often come from sources that are not strictly visual. Here are some rocks to turn over to find your next great idea or inspiration: Buy the Frame, Make the Painting It's kind of like starting with the end, and reverse engineering the idea. For example: These two frames were being sold…

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Masterclass on Drawing the Figure Part 1 of 5


Ron Lemen

September 2, 2024 - This month I have finished the second episode of Level Up and the start of a 5 part masterclass on developing the figure for any art form.  The video is posted below.  I am experimenting with bringing the classroom to video with a student per episode asking important questions on topics they are currently studying.  If all goes well, I hope to bring in more students and eventually, if they let me, record everyone together in the video.  Currently I am transcribing the questions so as not to put too much pressure on them to be recorded for each episode. A Kickstarter You Must Back - Starts September 3rd More importantly thank my video below, I have an announcement to make.  If you follow her, then you know that Vanessa has a new art book…

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