An artist working in Charcoal, Watercolour & Acrylic

Please note these images are not endorsed by the subject used. Looking for a dynamic and striking way to showcase a subject using pastel and charcoal on black paper? In this tutorial, artist Marco walks you through the step-by-step process of creating a high-impact, half-face portrait from the Eyecon series – the “Singer” edition. You’ll learn the essential materials, layering techniques, and tips for working on a dark substrate to ensure stunning results. 🎨 Materials You’ll

Why MyEyecon? The creation of “ Rock Star” by Art-Marco a pastel and charcoal rendition. This limited edition of giclée prints.

Please note the images used are not endorsed by the subjects The Eyecon series  just got bolder. Meet the latest additions: “Actor” , “Athlete”  and now " Gorilla" – three experimental pastel and charcoal portraits that push the boundaries of light, texture, and dramatic contrast. Breaking Tradition: New Substrates, Reverse Workflow For the first time, I stepped away from my trusted Clairefontaine Pastelmat  and embraced: •  Black border card  for Actor •  Brown pastel mat  f

Discover how to create a lifelike charcoal portrait of “Persil,” a blue-eyed cat, with this step-by-step tutorial!

Learn how to bring a cat’s gaze to life: a step-by-step pastel drawing tutorial showing how to build texture, light, and reflection

Flåm is a small village in western Norway, located at the inner end of the Aurlandsfjord, a branch of the Sognefjord, the longest and deepes

I couldn’t ignore Tara’s entry into the London Marathon in support of Mind by not attending and donating 6 artworks.

Lioness Eyecon Series Number 2

Group Captain Paddy Hemingway - The Last of the Few ( Image Courtesy of the RAF) RECENT UPDATE I have decided to release 10 A4 Giglée Prints and 5 A3 Giglée Prints of the Artwork detailed below. ALL PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO THE RAF BENEVOLENT FUND. THIS IS A LIMITED OFFER AND WILL NOT BE REPEATED SO SHOULD YOU WISH TO SUPPORT THE BENEVOLENT FUND AND PURCHASE ONE OF THE PRINTS PLEASE CLICK HERE. PRINTS COST £30 Exc Postage & Packaging Capturing a Legend in Charcoal and

Land Rover a timeless icon in watercolour by Art Marco.

An in-depth look at painting the old wreck at Dell Quay, Chichester: process, materials, challenges & beautiful photography in watercolour.

Learn how to recreate Jack Vettriano’s iconic The Singing Butler as Beach Dancing in acrylics. Explore transformative twists, sky techniques

Is this a Norfolk Terrier a Norwich Terrier or a Border Terrier? Why is it important to know? Creating a dog portrait in mixed media.

Discover the Eyecons series by artist Marco, starting with an elephant eye inspired by Leopardsong Game Reserve.

Discover the life and work of Adrian Hill, a pioneering TV artist and war sketcher. Learn about his influential books and iconic sketches.

Original Photo (Whitbourne 2024) A beautiful photograph can stop you in your tracks. But turning that image into a great painting—that’s...

Have you recently lost a beloved pet—a loyal dog, cat, or other faithful companion—who was more like family than just an animal?

Explore how to create ‘Shh,’ a stunning abstract acrylic painting for bedroom decor, inspired by silence. Art-Marco Tutorial

Discover Thomas Girtin’s watercolor techniques through a step-by-step guide to painting Morpeth Bridge. Perfect for watercolor newcomers