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The Reality Behind the Creative Curtain


Julie Beck

Sometimes, it can seem like creative endeavors flow effortlessly for others, leading us to compare the challenges we face in our own creative processes. While we each possess our own strengths and weaknesses, the creative muse is a demanding force for everyone. Similar to the illusion of the Wizard of Oz and the man behind the curtain, the world of art-making often differs from the polished images we encounter online and out in the world.…

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Gouache Demo Using A Limited Color Palette


Ron Lemen

May 13, 2024 - Hello all, I hope you are doing well and good.  This is a video demonstration of painting this photo in gouache using a limited color palette to paint it.  There are sparse written narration excerpts throughout the 7 minute video. What limited palettes have you used, how many colors did you need?  Share your thoughts, and your story of painting a complex image with just a few hues to achieve the look of many more. https://youtu.be/qsbjFbk2lwM?si=95O92Vuu8oRV85mY    

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