Starting Out With...

Looking to try out a new medium and need some advice?
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These articles have lots of information aimed at those looking to try out a new medium and may need some advice on where to start, however,  there is also lots of information that may be useful to artists who work with the medium already, as well as additional links to other related articles within this website so do take a read. Click on any of the images below to view the article of interest to you. ​

Starting Out with Coloured Pencils

Thinking of giving Coloured pencils a go and wonder what you will need and where to begin? This article gives some helpful advice to help you begin.

Starting Out with Graphite Pencils

Thinking of trying out Graphite pencils as a new medium? This article offers some information & help to get you started.

Starting Out With Acrylic Paints

Looking to try out Acrylics as a new Medium and not sure where to start? Overwhelmed by all the products out there and not sure what you should buy? Maybe this Article will help.

Starting Out With Oils

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 some helpful advice and explains the 3 most important things you will need to begin.

Starting Out With Soft Pastels

This article has been written to offer help to  artists out there who are looking to take up Soft Pastels as a medium. Offering advice on different Pastels and what products you will need to get started.

The Art Commission Business

Are you thinking of stepping out into the Art Commission business and want some pointers and advice including how to price your Art? This article may help.

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