The end of the world is not the end of the world. Humans have existed on Earth for just a fraction of a fraction of a fraction of its existence; the planet will continue to rotate on its axis long after we Homo sapiens sapiens have incinerated ourselves through some […]
SUPERSONIC ART: Supersonic Art’s: “Gifts Artists will Actually…
Here’s a little list of gifts artists will actually love. The list isn’t comprehensive by any means – in fact it’s quite brief considering how long it could be – but these are a few personal favorites which I think are important and was led to by talking to other […]
Inside the Sketchbook of Mark Chen
Mark Chen is a figurative painter whose use of sketchbooks underpins the full spectrum of his creative practice, from sketching on the go to the visual demonstrations he draws as a senior tutor at London Fine Art Studios. Take a look through Mark’s sketchbooks and drawing pads to find out […]
Watercolor and Pastel Valentines – ARTBAR
This weekend I was inspired by one of the prompts in our February Creativity Project guide, appropriately named Friendship and centered around love, kindness, and connection. The prompt is a simple invitation with watercolors and pastels, and the possibilities are endless. These hearts are channeling a little Jim Dine, who […]
How Do We Help Student Artists With Cognitive Learning Barriers?
Note: This article will use People First Language since we do not know the reader’s preference. You spent time planning an amazing art lesson, taught it passionately, and now you are excited for your students to start making. You look over your classroom and see blank stares and students scrolling […]
The Royal Institute of Oil Painters Annual Exhibition 2022 & Events
This week the Annual Exhibition of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters opens to the public at the Mall Galleries on Thursday, 24th November 2022. I haven’t been to one since 2019 – so am really looking forward to going this year. This is after the ROI experienced the worst […]