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Monday Morning Art School: five days, five trees

Monday Morning Art School: five days, five trees

Carol L. Douglas Sep 28, 2025 3 min read
Five trees, five days—this challenge is because autumn won’t wait, and neither should your paintbrush.
Talking art with AI

Talking art with AI

Carol L. Douglas Sep 25, 2025 4 min read
AI may be improving but it’s a long way from being able to teach painting. My job is safe.
The most common plein air question I’m asked

The most common plein air question I’m asked

Carol L. Douglas Sep 23, 2025 4 min read
Among the common questions landscape painters hear is, “how long did that take you?” It’s complicated.
Monday Morning Art School: three very different color stories

Monday Morning Art School: three very different color stories

Carol L. Douglas Sep 21, 2025 4 min read
Color isn’t just decoration—it’s the emotional underpinning of a place. Traveling to paint teaches us new ways of seeing.
The top three beginner painting mistakes and how to avoid them

The top three beginner painting mistakes and how to avoid them

Carol L. Douglas Sep 18, 2025 4 min read
Discover the top beginner painting mistakes and learn how to create stronger, more confident artwork.