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Faceted red-and-blue bird painted on a yellow round ornament panel.
Materials

Starting Your Holiday Art with the Right Panel

The holidays are here, and you may be looking for durable and dependable art panels to create holiday magic. It is essential to choose the proper materials, and that importance is emphasized when it...

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How To

When Should You Use Soft Brushes for Painting?

Mastering Sleek, Delicate, and Detailed TechniquesYou sit down at your easel and have a brilliant idea for your next art piece. Then you realize this project requires soft brushes for a smooth and delicate...

How to Varnish Your Art graphic over a round cartoon character painting.
How To

How To Make Your Artwork POP

How To Make Your Artwork Pop Visual illusions are one way to really make your artwork POP! They can make objects appear larger, smaller, closer, or farther away than they actually are. When used...

Brush Restorer jar above a hand holding brushes over a snake painting.
How To

Choosing the Right Trekell Brushes for Details

It’s All in the DetailsAs an artist, your tools are just as important as your talent. And one of the most important tools in your arsenal? Your brushes! The right brush can make a...

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