Denim that refuses to be blue

This is one case of the clothes making the person, but only so long as the person makes the clothes.  Learn how to make pants like these!

The cutting edge of FOLK art

Art that’s for the people is compelling, subversive, incisive and important precisely because it’s for the people.

To flatter or not to flatter

The portraitist’s ultimate dilemma—or is it? 

Reviving and redefining a tradition

Painted portraiture is dead.  Long live painted portraiture!

On saving paints and brushes

Two or three practical tips I wish someone had given me when I was first starting out.

Is it vain to want to have your portrait done?

Marc Acito, author of How I Paid For College, doesn’t think so. Not anymore!

Why making money from your work makes you a better artist

Getting paid to make your art doesn’t necessarily prove that you’re a better artist, but it should help you to develop your work. 

Everybody’s a critic.

And it’s a good thing too!

The material makes the painting.

Canvas isn’t the only material available to a painter, and I heartily recommend exploring other options. 

Learning to harness a rainbow

Starting out, I had far too many pigments in my palette. I had so many that I couldn’t even imagine a color to mix. I was thinking within the parameters of given options, not creating my own possibilities.   

They have the same eyes.

I’ve always had a fascination for family resemblance… 

An opportunity often comes in the form of an unexpected opening.

And show openings are full of unexpected opportunities. After all, what other party helps you learn about yourself and your work? 

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