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Crafty Tips Arts & Crafts Directory » Drawing & Painting

Drawing & Painting

Learn to draw and paint, find original works for sale and visit some of the best resources on the net for drawing and painting supplies.

All the website owners have also included their favorite drawing and painting tips.
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Great Drawing & Painting Websites


All About Drawings
Easy pencil drawings to copy plus outlines for a simple way to create and design drawings. Be inspired to draw and see how easy it really is.
http://www.allaboutdrawings.com
(Clicks: 82; Link added: Sep 15, 2006)
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Drawing & Painting Crafty Tip

Make your own greeting cards and show off your new artistic skills by drawing the cover feature.



Abstract Artist - Van Renselar
Buy original abstract art and limited edition prints by up-and-coming abstract artist Van Renselar. Artworks created for home interiors and corporate spaces. Commissions undertaken.
http://www.van-renselar.com
(Clicks: 24; Link added: Sep 29, 2006)
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Drawing & Painting Crafty Tip

In 1829, the first photograph was produced. From the mid to late 19th century, photographic processes improved and, as it became more widespread, painting lost much of its historic purpose to provide an accurate record of the observable world. There began a series of art movements through Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Abstractism, Expressionism, Cubism and Dadaism.



Anita's Arts Craft Supplies
Providing Tools for Creativity. Many Donna Dewberry One Stroke Kits and Supplies.
http://www.AnitasArts.com
(Clicks: 20; Link added: Oct 12, 2006)
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Drawing & Painting Crafty Tip

When painting small objects such as acorns (which make wonderful tiny Jack-o-Lanterns), stick a strip of double sided tape onto a piece of cardboard. Then stick the objects to the tape. Holding onto the cardboard and painting the objects is much easier than trying to hold tiny things in your fingers.



Art by Anima
Original oil pastel paintings and limited edition giclee prints of exotic women in fantasy settings. My goal is to make the woman look like someone not from this world - a serene and mysterious person who lives apart from the mundane activities and anxieties we face today.
http://www.artbyanima.com
(Clicks: 36; Link added: Nov 3, 2006)
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Drawing & Painting Crafty Tip

If you need to move, transport or protect an unframed oil pastel painting, consider wrapping it up in wax paper. This will prevent smearing and smudging. The wax paper will not stick to the oil pastel.



ArtgirlX mixed media paintings
Mixed media oil paintings using my original photographs and ephemera! Currently have a series of house shaped paintings which deal with the transience of life, very unique and affordably priced.
http://artgirlx.etsy.com
(Clicks: 17; Link added: Jun 5, 2007)
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Drawing & Painting Crafty Tip

Images can be transferred to canvas and board in a variety of ways. I like to use acrylic medium brushed on to the front of the photocopied image. Once the medium is dry, rub the back of the image with a wet cloth until all the paper is removed and only the image remains. I then apply a thin layer of water based varnish on to the image to make it clearer.



Arteriors Faux Finishes
Premier faux painting company creates artful faux finishes, decorative paint finishes and murals for residential or commercial settings. The web site contains many examples of faux finish techniques and mural motifs.

Editor's Note: The picture that accompanies this listing comes from one of the residential murals Arteriors has done. Their mural styles and level of detail are hard to reduce to such a small size and anyone interested in having a residential or commercial mural painted should really check out their website to fully appreciate their talent.
http://www.arteriorsfaux.com/articles/fauxfinishes.html
(Clicks: 9; Link added: Jun 12, 2007)
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Drawing & Painting Crafty Tip

Some faux finishers insist that oil paint is the only way to go, but I beg to differ. I am an experienced faux finisher with over 20 years of professional service under my belt and have never used oil paints. What's the secret? Dilute the paint, work in layers and apply small sections at a time.



Handcrafted wooden art gifts
Our handcrafted Khokhloma souvenirs using genuine method golden painting on wood. We present vases, caskets, mazers, tankards, different collections and tableware. Every work of art of our craftsmen has a unique identity. We suggest Paleh and Mstera lacquered miniatures with handmade painting also.

Editor's Note: The term 'casket' appears to refer to boxes; like the one shown to the left. This site is available in both English and Russian.
http://artshop.nnov.ru/
(Clicks: 12; Link added: Jun 25, 2007)
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Drawing & Painting Crafty Tip

You can use wood tableware at your kitchen. Such wares are not sensory to hot water or food acids.



Hand Painted Portraits
Add artistic verve to your home and impress your friends by commissioning your own hand painted canvas! Imagine your favourite movie moment, album cover or sports club crest stylishly rendered onto canvas! Each one is hand painted and made to order.

Would you like to present a unique gift to a friend or loved one? Surprise them with a portrait of their favourite actor or singer, elegantly designed to match the colour and style of their home.
http://www.aisake.co.uk/canvas.htm
(Clicks: 6; Link added: Aug 31, 2007)
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Drawing & Painting Crafty Tip

To transfer a text or an intricately detailed (small) image onto a canvas using a 'carbon-copy' method:

- trace the image onto tracing paper - turn the tracing paper over and 'scribble' over the image's outline on the reverse (so that there is lead covering the outline - it doesn't matter if it goes over the outline's edges) - place the paper, the right way up, onto the canvas and draw over the outline again, applying pressure but not to tear the paper - maybe use a biro pen. Your image will then be transfered onto the canvas surface, clearly and easy to paint.



KriKo Art Gallery
Kriko Art Gallery showcases the works of the best Russian artists. Our gallery is a network portal for collectors, connoisseurs, professionals and all lovers of art.
http://www.krikoart.com
(Clicks: 7; Link added: Dec 6, 2007)
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Drawing & Painting Crafty Tip

Art always deals with Heart



Personalized Family Trees
Custom Family Tree drawings and Pencil Portraits from your photos. Give a gift that will be treasured!
http://www.familytreasuresbylaura.com
(Clicks: 6; Link added: Feb 4, 2008)
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Drawing & Painting Crafty Tip

I think it is good to find something you can make that will make others happy. It will give you more of a sense of satisfaction.



Giclee Prints by Jeanene
Giclee limited edition prints on canvas - fine art contemporary giclee prints which include traditional floral & tuscany landscape, floral & still life. These are bright colored fine quality art prints in large sizes. Buy these prints and save- for a limited time on sale for 50% off original price with S&H free.
http://www.gicleeprintsbyjeanene.com
(Clicks: 3; Link added: Mar 25, 2008)
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Drawing & Painting Crafty Tip

One of the most important things in making an attractive painting is to remember that color can really speak to the eye of the beholder. It is always attractive no matter where you add it into a painting. Do not be shy about the primary colors- red, yellow and blue. They can all be added if you are trying to make a dynamic painting. Remember, if you add a color some where on the canvas, you need to add it at least one more time in another place to keep the balance.



Original Watercolor Art by Judy Huang
Watercolor art by Judy Huang of landscapes, florals, pets, still life, houses, and portraits. I do commissioned works of portraits, houses, and pets in watercolors or in colored pencil drawings. Learn more about my art through a watercolor lesson and tutorial on my site. Original watercolor art is sold with a frame or without.

Editor's Note: Rather than shrink an entire piece down to a size that fits on Crafty Tips, I have included a small section of a larger work so that this artist's fine work can be truly appreciated.
http://www.judypaint.com
(Clicks: 1; Link added: Apr 6, 2008)
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Drawing & Painting Crafty Tip

Keep a piece of paper towel or cloth handy. When there is too much water of the paint on the paper, use the paper towel to soak the excess off



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