Tag Archives: black and white contrast

Tip: The Importance of Dark Strokes Against a White Substrate

I’ve always been impressed by the fresh and crisp look of a well executed pen and ink. Artist who master this type of art, whether they use crosshatching, dots, horizontal or vertical, continuous line or curved strokes, or a combination … Continue reading →

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Painting the “Old Woodie”

The picture represents step number two of a future painting I have planned. I posted my steps that I use to finish a painting in my second blog, November 17th, entitled: Seven Steps To A Finished Painting. If you … Continue reading →

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Experimenting with black and white

Have you ever considered doing a painting with nothing but white and black pigments? If not, you may want to give this some serious thought. There is a lesson here well worth learning. Seriously, no matter what the composition is, … Continue reading →

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Tip: The Importance of Dark Strokes Against a White Substrate

Painting the “Old Woodie”

Experimenting with black and white

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