blank canvas - Fine Art Tips With Lori McNee

Recap of Facebook Chat with Lori McNee (Part 1)

Last week, I was invited to be the host of Blick Art Materials' first Facebook Chat. The topic was "The Blank Canvas" and we discussed helpful ideas about inspiration. Due to the overwhelming response, it was difficult to keep up with the questions (I couldn't type that fast!). So, I have been working on answering everyone's questions. Below is the first batch that was covered live and has been posted on Blick's Facebook page. Next week I get … [Read more...]

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How Pinterest Inspired My New Painting

From time to time, it happens to most creative people - the curse of artist's block. We face the blank canvas, our creativity hits a wall, plateaus, or lacks motivation. I have a number of different 'tricks' to help me get out of a creative rut, but recently Pinterest really helped. Source: finearttips.com via Lori on Pinterest Somewhat controversial among artists and photographers, Pinterest is a very handy social … [Read more...]

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Blick Presents “The Blank Canvas” Live Facebook Chat with Lori McNee

To read the FB chat recap click here! This week, I will be hosting Blick Art Materials very first live Facebook chat! Please join Blick Art Materials and me as we chat LIVE about art inspiration tips, tricks and tools. The inspiring topic of conversation will be, "The Blank Canvas". I will be talking with fans LIVE, answering questions, giving inspirational advice, and sharing tips and tools for boosting creativity and conquering the blank … [Read more...]

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5 Unique Ways To Brainstorm Out of A Creative Rut

Guest author: Mike Wienke Whether you are a writer, a painter or a creative person of any sort, there’s nothing more intimidating than staring at a blank canvas. At times, it feels daunting and can even cause anxiety. After all, a step in any direction is the first step down a creative pathway... ...and what if it’s the wrong path? This fear of the unknown tends to guide us into safer waters. The familiar feels non-threatening and … [Read more...]