We sometimes forget the important role that mediums play in art. Acrylic paints, a popular medium, have been used by artists for nearly a hundred years to create captivating works.   This medium is known for its fast-drying properties. Unlike oil paints, acrylics dry quickly and make it easier to paint in layers in one […]

Architecture is an art form in itself – but artists have been exploring and appreciating it through paintings for centuries!   This genre of painting focuses on architecture as the subject in a piece of art and can include indoor or outdoor views of buildings. Architecture paintings can range from the re-imagination of a building […]

There are so many factors that influence a work of art – the medium with which an artist chooses to paint plays an undeniable role in the final product! In this three part series, we’ll be exploring various art mediums and the way they have shaped art as we know it today.  Many artists choose […]

Artists use a multitude of techniques to create unique works of art and to add more depth to a piece. One technique in particular is using texture to add layers of depth, emotion and personality to a piece. Texture in art is known as a surface quality in a work of art or the way […]