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Creating the Eyecon “Cat”: Pastel Eye & Fur Texture 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
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Tara’s London Marathon Fund Raiser on behalf of MIND
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
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A Wonderful Day Exhibiting my Art for a Great Cause.
I couldn’t ignore Tara’s entry into the London Marathon in support of Mind by not attending and donating 6 artworks.
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“Lioness” : Wildlife Eyecon Mixed Media Artwork by Marco
Lioness Eyecon Series Number 2
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A Timeless Icon - Land Rover
Land Rover a timeless icon in watercolour by Art Marco.
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The Old Wreck at Dell Quay, Chichester
An in-depth look at painting the old wreck at Dell Quay, Chichester: process, materials, challenges & beautiful photography in watercolour.
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Recreating Jack Vettriano’s The Singing Butler: Acrylic Beach Dancing Tutorial & Tips”
Learn how to recreate Jack Vettriano’s iconic The Singing Butler as Beach Dancing in acrylics. Explore transformative twists, sky techniques
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Overcoming the "Heinz 57" Dog Portrait hurdles
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.
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Eyecons Series: How to Create an Elephant Eye Artwork with Charcoal and Pastel – Art-Marco Tutorial
Discover the Eyecons series by artist Marco, starting with an elephant eye inspired by Leopardsong Game Reserve.
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Who was the artist Adrian Hill?
Discover the life and work of Adrian Hill, a pioneering TV artist and war sketcher. Learn about his influential books and iconic sketches.
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How can you transform an exceptional photograph into a great painting
Original Photo (Whitbourne 2024) A beautiful photograph can stop you in your tracks. But turning that image into a great painting—that’s...
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How to Create Abstract Bedroom Art: ‘Shh’ Acrylic Painting Tutorial – Art-Marco
Explore how to create ‘Shh,’ a stunning abstract acrylic painting for bedroom decor, inspired by silence. Art-Marco Tutorial
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Learning Watercolour Techniques from Thomas Girtin’s Morpeth Bridge
Discover Thomas Girtin’s watercolor techniques through a step-by-step guide to painting Morpeth Bridge. Perfect for watercolor newcomers
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Step-by-Step Watercolour Landscape Painting: Alicante Rooftop Vista Tutorial
Learn to paint a watercolor landscape with this step-by-step guide. Discover washes, composition tips, and how to create an Alicante rooftop
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Art-Marco Launches their Artist Guide 'Working with Charcoal' (An ideal hobby for the recently retired)
If you are recently retired and are looking for an hobby then here would be a good place to start. I was you a few years ago. No longer...
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A man, a guitar and a passion - Gretsch
There are times in your life when you are asked to do something, you willingly say yes to and then after due consideration you realise...
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Plein Air !!- Plain Freezing
Thinking of plein air painting ? Think again. Pick your location and go prepared. I didn't
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What is a Catalan Sheepdog?
That was the first thing I had to research when Linda got in touch recently and sent me her photos of Buddy and Bessie. What makes a...
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"Fun in the Poppy Field"
I paint for fun, the challenge and the enjoyment. Whilst I sell some of my finished paintings, I don't lose any sleep if they don't sell....
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Want a permanent memory of Fuengirola, Malaga, Spain?
Painting an acrylic in Fuengirola.
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