Are you dreaming of painting art? Be creative with art by carol may
You can be creative and learn how to paint art! Art by Carol May is the place to fulfill your dreams.
Painting is a way to share our emotions and capture the beauty around us. It can be not only a new hobby, but also a powerful means of self-expression.
Here, you'll find everything you need to learn about painting - from choosing the right materials to mastering the techniques with the step-by-step tutorials.
A sea turtle painted with an artist's interpretation.what's on art by carol may
Whether you're a novice or an experienced artist, this website provides all the essential information you need for your creative adventure.
Learn the basics of award-winning art and practice painting the tutorials to refine your skills.
Then you can use the same methods to paint your own individual art.
There's Freedom in Painting!you can learn how 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.
about the artist
Art by Carol May is all about sharing my years of painting experience with budding artists.
My first paintings were oil landscapes. Then I tried watercolor and my artwork turned to butterflies, lively hummingbirds, animals and visions for prophetic paintings.
Today, I switch back and forth between watercolor and oil. The oil techniques can be used for acrylic artwork.
Below are some of my paintings.
Each brushstroke records nature's glory, quiet nuances and the wonders of this world. The beauty of art resides in sharing these with others.
#1 What are the essential supplies?
Before we talk about how to paint you probably want to know more, like what materials do we need?
What is the best medium, is it oil, watercolor or acrylic? Or does it matter? How long does it take oil paint to dry?
What kind of paint should we use?
Which paint is easiest to use? Which medium has the best color vibrancy?
What materials and supplies do we need to start painting? Can we start painting on a budget?
#2 What subject should we paint?
Artists are inspired by our environment, emotions and fellow artists.
We can discover potential paintings in the simple beauty of everyday objects, memories, dreams, landscapes and beyond.
Find more for ideas for your paintings.
Painting gives the artist a chance to express our inner self!
We may want to paint realistic or just have fun painting. The choice is ours, that's the joy of painting.
#3 what are the fundamentals of good art?
Country Barns (below) has been privileged to win two Best of Show awards. It was painted using the basic fundamentals of good art.
Award-winning "Country Barns"What makes award-winning paintings?
Artists use values, color, composition, and a focal point to paint appealing artwork.
All successful paintings use these basic art fundamentals. Learn and use them in your artwork.
First, just get a general understanding of the basics. Use them in your next painting. Keep using them and before long, they will be your reliable painting tools for painting good art.
As a side note: The fundamentals are seamlessly incorporated into the painting tutorials to streamline your learning.
See the easy 1-2-3 guide on how to use the fundamentals in your artwork.
#4 what painting techniques should we learn?
Starting to paint may seem daunting at the beginning. There are a few things that keep us on track.
First get your supplies and choose a subject, then learn the basic
techniques of painting your choice of either oil (acrylic is the same)
or watercolor.
what are the basics of painting?
Two short demos: first the rules of oil painting, then how to use watercolor.
there's more about painting
You may be wondering about a few more things.
where's the best place to paint?
Before you start painting, an important step is to setup your painting space.
how do i improve my painting skills?
There is a tried-and-true path to success and it's simple, click the link below.
how do i understand what artists say?
You'll want to learn the painting terms like alla prima, frisket, or the names of different brushes, etc.
How do I develop my own style as an artist?
When you start painting don't be concerned about doing any specific style.
Just follow your heart and enjoy the process. As you paint, your own painting style will emerge from what you enjoy the most.
Are you ready to start the painting tutorials?
#5 how do i start painting?
Start painting the tutorials and learn while you paint. You may
choose from butterflies, birds, animals, flowers or landscapes with techniques of watercolor or oil (acrylic).
The tutorials explain the materials, what colors and brushes to use and the details of the painting steps from start to finish.
Practice and hone your skills by painting the tutorials. Then you can use the same steps to paint your own favorite subjects.
oil painting tutorials
Oil is the classic painting medium used by the Old Masters during the 1800s. Oil paintings are long-lasting and held in high regard for their rich, luminous qualities.
The oil tutorial pages may also be used for acrylic paintings.
- Explore the Guide on Oil Painting.
- Paint a colorful, fun fish with a Limited Palette of only red, yellow and blue.
- You can Paint an Iridescent Hummingbird with oil or acrylic paint.
watercolor tutorials
The more we paint, the better we get!
Learn how to paint with the step-by-step tutorials that include proven painting techniques.
Start painting with an introductory tutorial: How to paint watercolor for beginners.
Learn how to paint with watercolors step by step.
Paint colorful Koi using the fun technique of Pouring Watercolor.
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Color schemes create color harmony. Find a color scheme for your next painting.
Stepping into the world of painting is an enriching journey full of creativity and joy.
We learn how to paint with each brushstroke. The possibilities are as unlimited as your imagination!