be creative with painting art by Carol May
Welcome to the art by Carol May where striking landscapes, lively hummingbirds, butterflies, visions and dreams come to life with strokes of oil and watercolor.
The teaching tutorials share the techniques and the joy of painting.
Original paintings and reproductions share a slice of imaginative wonder.
A sea turtle painted with an artist's interpretation.the art by carol may
Each brushstroke records nature's glory, quiet nuances and the wonders of this world. The beauty of art resides in sharing these with the world.
Enhance your environment with the beauty of art by Carol May.
Painting Art: Everyone can learn to paint
Experience the joy of creating your own artwork. A blank canvas is waiting to come alive with your stories and creativity. A world of possibilities comes with each stroke of color.
Whether you're a novice or an experienced artist, this comprehensive guide provides all the essential information you need to begin your artistic adventure.
From understanding the basics and practicing the tutorials, to choosing your mediums and setting up your home studio, everything is here at your fingertips.
You can learn to paint!
Some people have a gift for music like Beethoven. But anyone can learn to play the piano by starting with the basics and then practice.
It works the same with painting. Learn the basics of painting good art, then refine your skills with practice by painting the tutorials.
Then you can use the same methods for painting your own individual artistic creations.
Fundamentals of Painting Art
Artists use the basic fundamentals of art to design and paint their creations.
Forty years of experience has taught me what makes a good painting. It's a joy sharing my knowledge with aspiring artists.
Country Barns (below) has been privileged to win two Best of Show awards.
Award-winning "Country Barns"What makes award-winning paintings?
Country Barns was painted with the fundamental principles of good art. Composition, values, creating a focal point and the judicious use of color created this successful painting.
Get tips on how to paint good artwork
Hands-on Painting Tutorials
Practice and hone your painting skills with the step-by-step tutorials. They explain the materials, what colors to use and detail the painting steps from start to finish.
You can paint the tutorials and then use the same steps to paint your own favorite subjects.
There are both watercolor and oil painting pages on the tutorials tab. What's the best painting medium to begin painting?
oil painting: these pages may also be used for acrylic
Oils are the paint medium used by the classic Old Masters during the 1800s. Oil paintings are long-lasting and held in high regard for their rich, luminous qualities.
The answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Oil Painting
You can Paint a Hummingbird with oil or acrylic paint.
Painting with a Limited Palette is a good practice for mixing and using colors.
Getting started with oil painting.
Painting waves is not hard, it's fun.
Paint a red rose or a multicolored one.
Add a waterfall to your landscapes.
watercolor: The more we paint, the better we get!
Glean from the step-by-step explanations and learn while you're painting. It's a joy sharing the proven painting techniques.
Beginning Watercolor: Find answers about watercolor before you start painting.
Paint a pretty Angelfish with Watercolors Step by Step.
Paint some colorful Koi with the fun technique of Pouring Watercolors.
what else do we need to know about painting art?
Before you begin painting, get the answers to common questions people often ask about painting.
You may wonder: Is painting expensive? What's are the minimum supplies we need to start painting? How long does it take oil paint to dry? and much more...
What is glazing and scumbling? What about alla prima, frisket, or the difference between brushes? Find the terms used by today's artists in the Art Terms dictionary.
We all need our own art space. Get some ideas for your home studio?
What is the fastest way to learn to paint?
Expanding Your Creativity
Artists are inspired by our environment, emotions and fellow artists. We discover potential paintings in the beauty of everyday objects, memories, dreams, landscapes and beyond.
Get more for ideas for your next painting.
Landscapes always make great paintings!my Inspirations
The beautiful flowers, hummingbirds and butterflies are my favorite painting subjects. How could we not, but paint them?
If I'm not in the studio painting, more than likely you'll find me in
the garden. It's a joy planting and growing flowers to attract the butterflies and hummingbirds.
Then you can get photos for more paintings.
There are many of types of butterflies to paint.
Learn how to grow orchids so you can paint them.
Different types of hummingbirds you can paint.
The rose care page has beautiful photos for you to paint.
More painting pages to explore
5 pages of how to paint butterfly art.
We all have reasons why we paint.
How about pets? Paint your goldfish.
Paint this hummer with watercolors.
Stepping into the world of painting art is an enriching journey full of creativity, joy and endless possibilities. The possibilities are as unlimited as your imagination!
Immerse yourself in the joys of art by carol may!
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