How to Draw Animals

Lion, Sabrina Caminiti 2014 (c)

Drawing animals is primarily a matter of patience. Animals are not always the most willing of subjects, so artists often have to take opportunities to draw these subjects as they arise. That means in any animal drawing session, you want to work quickly at first to capture the unique stance and bearing of the animal, and then focus on the details that distinguish them, such as the texture of an animal’s fur, feathers, or scales.

The hardest part about drawing animals in nature is catching them at a still moment, particularly if they are wild.

The Graphic Designer’s Tool Box

Here it comes, the Graphic Designer’s Tool Box! This Infographic is my creation to show the main tools that every graphic designer should know how to use. I differentiate them by beginners and advanced to leave space to everyone to learn from the beginning. There are many Softwares that can help you create the best design for you and the following are the most effective in my opinion! 

Graphic Design – Comparison Report

This post is a little different than the others as I want to show you an infographic that I created showing the difference between San Jose, Sacramento and San Francisco in how much money graphic designers make. You can see how San Jose has a higher rate than the other places and is followed, surprisingly, by Sacramento. The reason why San Jose is at the top is that of course, it has the most companies. However, it is not all. If you scroll down there are more info about graphic designer’s job openings and the steps to be a good designer. 

Painting Waves

If an artist steps outside the studio, chances are they will come upon the occasion to paint water. In the landscape, water comes in many forms and fashions, from rushing and rippling streams to crashing, foaming waves to placidly still waters. Painters faced with the question of how to paint water should keep in mind a couple of “rules,” which include that water appears cooler in tone as it gets deeper and the sky’s reflection on water usually appears darker than the sky itself. Beyond that, observation is key, as water painting can take an artist any number of places, visually speaking.

The Art of Landscape

The Horizon, Sabrina Caminiti 2013 (c)

Landscape artists are truly blessed. Their subject matter is inspiring, their studios are some of the most beautiful natural wonders around the world, and they take as their ultimate goal that of painting light. What could be more inspiring? But landscape art is not easy, though enjoyable. A landscape artist at the top of their game has learned how to paint landscapes through much rigorous study—choosing compositions that give a sense of place as well as capturing changing weather patterns and ephemeral light. But a finished landscape oil painting—when done well—has the power to almost transport its viewer, and that is why a landscape artist will always continue to create paintings of landscapes.

Color Mixing

Mastering color in the painting is often a matter of combining a willingness to experiment with mixing colors as well as understanding the color wheel and color theory. Most artists develop their own color mixing chart—or several—and work on recognizing color relationships (primary, secondary, tertiary; complementary colors; warm vs. cool colors) and how colors vary in tone and intensity. Colors are one of the most expressive aspects of painting, as well as one of the most subjective.

Learning How To Paint

Ballerina, Sabrina Caminiti 2012 (c)

Painting is a skill that many of us would like to have, but few ever master, let alone try out. But why not? It’s a wonderful skill to have, it improves and complements other creative abilities you may already have learned, and there’s no need to be intimidated by it when it’s broken down into easy steps the way that our free painting lessons do.

The first step of beginner painting is determining what kind of paint is best for your work. Sometimes, it’s a matter of cost: what do you already have on hand? Watercolors, acrylics, oils and pastels are the most common media, and all require different kinds of surfaces. Any of them are good, to begin with, especially if you already have beginner drawing under your belt.

How to Market Yourself as an Artist

Marilyn Monroe, Sabrina Caminiti 2012 (c)

Art and business combine to affect all artists differently. For those who like to sell their art, it is important to have a good understanding of the art world and the ways of art business at galleries, auctions, and museums come into play. But marketing art has become something artists can and do pursue individually, selling art online and creating websites that are essentially online galleries. No matter how an artist chooses to pursue selling paintings or drawings, it is vital to present oneself professionally, photograph artwork that accurately represents the work, and maintains organized inventories and records of one’s output.

How To Frame Your Work

Marilyn Monroe

Has it ever happened to you that after you finished a work you “Now how am I going to frame it?” And most likely you spend more time thinking of the frame than the time you spent making the whole work of art. Well, there are easy tips on how to create a good working frame for your piece of art! 

The Fun of Exploring a New Medium

work in progress (c) 2017

The feelings you get when you explore a new medium is both incredible and so scary! This week my boyfriend and I decided to go to a ceramic studio where you can create your own art! It was unbelievably exciting! I have never worked with ceramic before and I have always been intimidated by it but after that day I understand how important is to explore new mediums!