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Conversations with Artists: Vanessa Lemen

Lisa Cyr

[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="700"] PSYCHE by Vanessa Lemen[/caption] Conversations with Artists is an ongoing series that I am doing for Muddy Colors. This month, I was able to have an insightful conversation with artist and Muddy Colors contributor Vanessa Lemen. We talked about her intuitive approach to painting, the importance of playful experimentation in a sketchbook and her ongoing connection to the natural world. In addition, we also discussed her new book called Sentience, where…

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Tips and Tricks for Making Backgrounds In Your Art – My Comicon 2025 Lecture

Ron Lemen

August 11, 2025 - I’ve re-recorded my 2025 Comicon Lecture. For those who attended, this is your chance to revisit the material—this time without the technical hiccups or the abrupt cut-off at the end of the hour. We can finally take our time and dig into the ideas properly. My goal is simple: to help you put language and labels to the instincts and habits you already use as an artist—and for those still hesitating at the edge, to give you the nudge (or push) you need to dive in and just make art. There are endless ways to create imagery. We should never be afraid to begin, to fail, to try again, and to embrace the skills we have right now. You don’t need to wait for some imagined “perfect moment” or “perfect skillset.” My hope is that…

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