Beginners Art Guides and other Helpful Articles

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Are you seeking guidance on exploring a different medium?​
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Are you interested in exploring new avenues for creative expression? It is not uncommon to work within a particular medium for an extended period and feel the desire to broaden one's horizons. However, it can be challenging to determine how to proceed once one has decided to do so. Our guidance and resources are designed to help you explore different mediums and find the one that best suits your needs and aspirations. Our extensive collection of valuable guides offers advice on various topics, including the art business, painting, drawing, and more. We aim to assist you in your creative journey by providing a wealth of information and expertise to draw upon. 

​We encourage you to visit our website frequently as we continue to enhance and update our existing articles. Click any image below to access the articles of interest.

Beginners' Guide to Coloured Pencils

Are you seeking a comprehensive guide on how to use coloured pencils? Our guide offers valuable advice on choosing your first pencil brand, along with brand information, useful tips, and the significance of a colour chart. To begin your journey with this medium, we have identified the top seven essential items.

Beginners' Guide to Graphite pencils

New to graphite pencils? Looking for some advice? Where to begin, what to buy!? Our recently updated article provides you with a comprehensive guide to the pencil to get you started and tips on how to successfully create your own graphite art.

Beginners' Guide to Soft Pastels

Are you thinking of trying soft pastels but unsure where to begin? We have put together a comprehensive article for artists like you who are looking for some guidance. We have broken the article down into sections to provide lots of useful information.

Beginners' Guide to Acrylic paints

If you are new to acrylics, here are eight of the most important things you will need to start your journey, plus a few others that may be useful too. Read about the different products out there and see which products and brands may be most useful to you.

3 products you need for oil painters ​| Welsh artist Chris Chalk

An article written by Welsh artist Chris Chalk. If you feel daunted by oil paints and want to know where to start, this article offers helpful advice, providing information about the 3 most important things you will need to begin your journey with traditional oils.

An introduction to oil pastels | Ken Bromley Art blog

Oil pastels are a versatile medium, yet often undervalued. With a wide range of techniques available, they offer countless possibilities for artists. ​Read the blog.

Beginners' Guide to Water-Mixable oils

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The Art Business | A useful guide to starting your art career

Learn how to kickstart your art career with this helpful guide to the art business. This introduction provides valuable insights and tips for beginners.

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