In The Emperor’s New Clothes, Hans Christian Andersen tells a simple story with a sharp edge: two swindlers sell an emperor invisible clothes, claiming only the wise can see them. No one wants to appear stupid, so everyone pretends the clothes are magnificent—until a child blurts out the obvious.

This is a picture of the Kingfisher artwork which Marco has used to play with AI. It shows you how using AI you can make a static artwork come to life.

If you’ve ever wandered through an art gallery or scrolled endlessly through online art shops, you know how overwhelming it can be to find that perfect piece. Something that doesn’t just fill a blank wall but actually tells a story, sparks a feeling, or even challenges your perspective. That’s exactly why I want to share my experience with the Eyecon Series —a collection that’s been turning heads and warming hearts. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just dipping your to

Learn how to create a stunning pastel kingfisher drawing in this detailed “Kingfisher Pastel Tutorial with Marco.” This step-by-step guide covers the materials you’ll need, blending techniques, and expert tips to bring bright bird colours to life in pastel art. Follow each stage from eye building to feather details and finishing touches. Some of the products you will be using are Faber-Castell Pastel Pencils, Cassart Pastel, Zestit and Clairefontaine Pastelmat. I will give yo

Written by the artist as a personal review of the web site www.art-marco.com Art-Marco is a personal art website showcasing handcrafted charcoal, pastel, watercolour and acrylic work. Why review your own site? Self reflection is never a bad thing. I have often said to my children, “If you can look yourself in a mirror and feel you have done your best, at whatever you set out to do, then you can do no more and satisfaction will follow. More importantly other people’s reviews,

Looking for a dynamic and striking way to showcase a subject using pastel and charcoal on black paper? Art tutorial, by Art-Marco

Well lets take a look at the original photograph again. I'm no photographer and rely heavily on the camera, in this case on my phone, to do

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

Have you ever thought who taught Leonardo Da Vinci, Michaelangelo, Rembrandt or Vemeer?

Croft Castle is just outside Yarpole near Leominster. Situated on the English-Welsh border, it’s an ideal location for watercolour artists

I paint for fun, the challenge and the enjoyment and I improve my technique from Masters like Monet. Whilst I sell some of my finished paintings, I don't lose any sleep if they don't sell. For me this art tutorial “Fun in the Poppy Field” is more about constant improvement. We can all learn from the masters and Monet is one of the best. If what I produce expands my knowledge and others can learn from it then that gives me the confidence to keep going. We all learn by example

Let me start by saying up front, everyone can draw and everyone can paint. The problem is how much time you are gong to put into practicing and honing your newly found skills. You will read about cool and warm colours, perspective, composition all of which will put you off right from the start. Well don't be, it happens to all of us. I retired some 3 years ago, I hadn't painted since junior school and that was with my fingers and hand , according to my 89 year old mother.