Exciting Art History Timeline Infographic
Art history doesn't have to be boring! Below is an exciting art history timeline which is illustrated in a visual infographic. Recently, the earliest record of Prehistoric art was thought to be around 40,000 B.C. [...]
Improve Your Art By Seeing in Black and White
Improve Your Art By Seeing in Black and White Training your eyes to see values of black and white before painting will help improve your paintings. But, what does seeing in black and white mean? [...]
Painting Small Details and Fine Lines with a Toothpick
©2018 Lori McNee Hazy Day 12x24 oil on linen Sometimes when painting small details a paint brush just doesn’t seem to do the job. That’s when a toothpick comes in [...]
I’m Nominated for Tech Icon Awards and I’d Love Your Vote!
Friends, I've been nominated for the Eye on Sun Valley Tech Icon Awards. For me, this is a BIG honor in my small community and I'd be grateful for your vote. Eye on Sun Valley is [...]
A Colorful Abstract Approach to Acrylic Painting Inspired by Monet
As a representational artist, I appreciate the ingenuity of painters with an abstract approach. I've tried my hand at abstract acrylic painting and found it fun, liberating, yet challenging. However, the abstract approach toward painting [...]
My Live Interview on the PleinAir Art Podcast
Recently, I was interviewed by art magazine publisher, Eric Rhoads, on his PleinAir Art Podcast which was recorded live in front of an audience during the amazing Plein Air Convention in Santa Fe, New Mexico. [...]
Paint with Lori McNee in Giverny at Monet’s Garden May 2019
Announcing a rare and magical opportunity to Paint with Lori McNee in Giverny at Monet's Garden, May 22 - 29, 2019! Only one single room available! Morning light at 7:30am in Monet's flower garden. [...]
Eye On Sun Valley Live Interview with Lori McNee of Fine Art Tips
Recently, I was interviewed by the online magazine, Eye On Sun Valley. Show host Lynn Mason-Pattnosh, and I chatted about the ways in which I juggle my busy art career, travel schedule, and work as [...]
New DVD “Luminous Landscape Painting in Water Mixable Oils” with Lori McNee
You asked for it, and now you've got it! My long-awaited DVD or downloadable video, "Luminous Landscape Painting in Water Mixable Oils with Lori McNee" is now available! Discover how to create luminous, glowing landscapes [...]
Packing and Shipping Frames for Plein Air Events and Travel
Packing and shipping frames for plein air events is always a challenge, especially when you are competing in a plein air invitational! Suzie Greer Baker OPA Along with your clothes and painting gear, [...]
Traveling and Painting with Opaque Gouache and Watercolor for the Busy Artist
Each year, my busy art career takes me to near and far away places. Ironically, I oftentimes find myself with little or no time to plein air paint. Eric Rhoads and Lori McNee at [...]
Pro Tips for Painting with Water-Mixable Oils
For nearly 20 years, I have been painting with water-mixable oils. Before that, I primarily painted with acrylics as a wildlife artist. Although I loved acrylic paint, I was ready to loosen up oil paint, [...]