Learn to like your own paintings
Learn why artists need to like their own paintings before seeking sales, awards or approval—and how self-critique can build confidence in your art.
Monday Morning Art School: best art supplies for beginners
Discover why quality art materials matter for beginners, where to spend money on paint, brushes, and paper, and where you can safely cut corners.
What’s wrong with beauty in art?
Why has beauty become suspect in contemporary art? Explore why serious art doesn’t have to be depressing—and why beauty, joy, and optimism still matter.
Adult art education: you’re never too old to be bad at something
Discover why adult art education requires the courage to fail, and how painting can restore curiosity, confidence, and the joy of learning.
Monday Morning Art School: accelerating your learning curve
Discover how plein air painting workshops accelerate your learning curve through shared ideas, group energy, new scenery and learning from other painters.