The leap-by-leap techniques of ink drawing can unleash the creative vision in you. Ink drawing is somewhat of a fusion of discipline and free expression where every line, every stroke bears emotions and brings beauty from even the simplest of the things. Artists have relied on ’ink’ since ages for visual communication which means ink…
Watercolor washes are one of the techniques that most art students have the biggest difficulty mastering. In the art world, watercolor paintings often get a bad reputation because many people think they have a flat and lifeless look to them. Using watercolor washes can change that impression drastically, though, by incorporating more movement into the…
Understanding light and shadow in art is crucial for creating depth and emotion in any piece. When I first picked up a paintbrush, I remember being captivated by how light could completely transform a scene. The way a beam of sunlight danced across a tabletop, casting intricate shadows, made me realize that light isn’t just…
Put your hands together folks, for we are about to talk about portrait drawing, which is intimate and a single glance capturing the likeness of people on paper is one rewarding experience. As a person who draws, subtle intricacy and close attention to detail makes portraiture an incredibly fulfilling form of art, albeit one that…
Painting techniques can significantly improve simply by implementing basic color theory in the artwork. When starting out as an artist many aspiring painters have an apprehension with the prominent aspect of color. Color theory is defined as the analysis of color combinations with respect to their application in a piece of work and how it…
Exploring the world of digital art brushes opens up a vibrant realm of creativity. Begin by picturing yourself in a jam-packed art studio while the scent of wet paint and the sound of brushes sweeping over a canvas greets you. Now, take this sensation by introducing it into the virtual world, where brushes are no…
The importance of abstract thought as a bridge when devising artistic concepts. Ever found yourself pondering how to transform your endless thoughts into art while glancing at a blank canvas? You’re not alone. The creative process can often feel daunting, but this is precisely where abstract thinking comes to the rescue. Abstract thinking, putting it…
Do You Want to Bring Out the Artist in You? Every one of us has a moment when we feel like we can do the impossible, and for some that moment is accompanied by the feeling of doodling sometime during a meeting or sketching the edges of a notebook. It’s all so simple, but what…
If you’ve ever admired a canvas that resembles a whirlpool of color, then you’ve come across the professional art technique called acrylic pour painting. This style of art has gone viral in the art community, and rightfully so! Acrylic pour painting makes it possible for the inexperienced and even a seasoned artist to unleash their…
Typography not only highlights your design concept but also spells out your message. Typography is so powerful that, for some reason, when we speak about the parts that make up a design, we tend to disregard it. During my work and contribution to Pro Creative Arts as a content writer, I have learned that what…
Layering is the backbone of texture within any mixed media art piece. It is definitely the element that can turn a single painting into a stunning masterpiece. Once, when I was trying layering for the first time, I was completely fascinated by only a few layers of paints on a canvas. To achieve layering, consider…
Let us start exploring Figma, one of those tools to reckon with and is changing the collaborative design landscape and Figma sorts out many of issues for those who have for example had to manage few design files, had to deal with the iteration of reviews or have run into the problem of alignment of…