Painting
Learn to paint or brush up your skills with our beginner's guides, free projects and tutorials for painters and artists.
25 essential watercolor techniques every painter should use
Discover how to become a brilliant painter with these creative watercolor techniques for artists of all abilities
How to paint a watercolor portrait
Watercolor paints can be used to create stunning portraits. Learn how to paint a watercolor portrait step by step with Rhiannon Bull
Everything you need to know about acrylic painting
Acrylic paints are an incredibly satisfying medium for artists of all levels. Learn the art of acrylic painting with our in-depth guide.
Beginners guide to Batik Art
Learn all about the beautiful world of Batik Art with our guide for beginners. We show you what supplies you need and take you through step by step how to create Batik Art.
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30 watercolor painting ideas for beginners
Looking for watercolor inspiration? We've found lots of watercolor painting ideas to inspire you and unleash your creativity!
Why every artist needs a paint palette and how to choose the best one for you
Paint palettes are an essential piece of kit for any artist. Discover how they can transform your painting sessions
25 easy acrylic painting ideas
Looking for painting inspiration? Check out these fun and easy acrylic painting ideas to try at home
A beginner's guide to glass painting
Glass painting is a fun and easy way to breathe new life into old glassware, and with just a little know-how it’s easy to learn. Read on for our beginners' guide to glass painting!
17 Halloween rock painting ideas to make at home
Looking for spooky seasonal inspiration? Explore our Halloween rock painting ideas to get creative this October
How to paint
Palette knife painting for beginners
Palette knife painting is a great technique to try when you're developing your painting style – and you may find that it quickly becomes your favourite painting method!
Brush up your skills with our watercolor painting for beginners guide
Embrace a new creative skill with our guide to watercolor painting for beginners! We'll look at important watercolor dos and don’ts, the materials you'll need to get started and more.
Brush up on your paint skills in 2024 with 12 online watercolor classes
Watercolor painting is a versatile medium which can be used to produce stunning artwork - here's 12 of the best online classes you can take to become an expert!