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For contemporary painting to be taken seriously by the “real art” world, it is expected to create some element of surprise, incongruity, or discomfort (if not shock), be a little off kilter or unsettling – what is sometimes referred to … Continue reading →

For really striking, traditional results, prime mahogany and birch panels with one or two coats of clear primer like Gamblin Galkyd or linseed oil (The Galkyd will dry in a few days, while linseed oil can take weeks or even … Continue reading →

Jennifer Young gives a great step-by-step demonstration of her plein air painting procedure in this article from Empty Easel. http://emptyeasel.com/2007/08/24/vineyard-patterns-a-plein-air-painting-demonstration-by-jennifer-young/

Larry Seiler wrote a great article about his winter plein air painting adventure that he and his 9×12 Guerrilla Painter® Pochade Box took to the Northwoods River. http://www.wetcanvas.com/Articles2/532/552/

As the weather gets colder, some like to take advantage of unseasonably nice days and take the chance to get outside and paint. Michael Chesley Johnson did just this last winter right after picking up our ThumBox™. Check out this … Continue reading →