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Christine Egnoski continues her talks with members of the Faculty of the Portrait Society Of America prior to the 2009 The Art of the Portrait ® Conference

Christine Egnoski talked with members of the Faculty about inspiration, finding satisfaction, seeking a fresh approach to their work, and surmounting obstacles in their careers

Claudia Hartley chats with Scottsdale Artists’ School about her roots as an artist and instructor

Danielle Robertson works with PanPastels and pastel pencils to capture the details of her wildlife subjects

Working with craft blades and tattoo needles, Conor Smith etches realistic renderings of wildlife

Environmental awareness

Plein air artist Michael King explores elements unique to painting in the field in this three-part series.

How to stop viewers in their tracks

Our European Editor says it's time traditionalists stood up for themselves and the beauty of representational art

No matter what methods you use, or what style you favor, the results will be rock-solid if you know how to build strong foundations.

John Michael Carter, Glenn Harrington, Garth Herrick, Xianyuan Jie, Stephen Pan, Tony Pro, Jean-Paul Tibbles, Jennifer Welty

Ned Bittinger, Loryn Brazier, John Michael Carter, Andy Thomas, Jennifer Welty

Ned Bittinger, Ardith Starostka, John Ennis Andy Thomas, Kirk Richards, Zhang Wen Xin,and Adam Rhude

Carol Ivey - Elaine Schechter - Linda Kollacks - Gerald Simcoe

Peter Folkes, James Huntley, and Pnina Granirer

When you are faced with complicated subjects, ask the right questions about proportion. Here's how this artist tackled the wonders of Sicily.

Gary Snavely and Tatsuo Inoue prove that opposites truly do attract, resulting in a unique, shared, creative experience

Working with the water

Ester Wilson explains how she use sketches and a studio setup to a paint a still life full of texture and dimension

Trompe l'Oeil artist Jorge Alberto is inspired by objects with history, creating a narrative around the items

Working with similar subject matter in each piece, James Gurney analyzes the qualities and quirks of his favorite sketch media

Gordon Wetmore talks to the man who's painting President Clinton.

John Lovett provides tips on how to use circles in perspective

Kasey Sealy wants you to stop fiddling and try these practical oil painting tips now.

Andy Evansen first breaks down a scene into basic shapes through value studies, then translates it to a color painting

Learning to paint at 52, this artist shares her shortcut method for painting landscapes.

John Lovett discusses the importance of note taking and sketches in art

More than just blank space, John Lovett explores how skies can add balance and ambiance to a painting

Colored pencil artist Megan Seiter creates crisp, detailed still lifes of florals and other organic subjects

Katherine McNenly treats each layer of paint as a foundation for the next one

This artist offers his insights on how to find the painting style that best suits you.

Warren Chang breaks down his recent paintings capturing elements of life in California during the past two years

This English artist is famous for his light touch in gouache and his way of manipulating all kinds of contrast to good effect.

Working with pastel on custom-prepared surfaces, Kit Gentry finds that sensitive edges are essential for rendering form and atmosphere in landscape

From mountains, perma-frost taiga lush farmland to the Arctic, this adventurer artist has explored the landscape in a personal quest for an authentic Canadian artistic expression. Just like his ancestors.

Peter Stuhlmann's distinctive style has been influenced by cartoons and stained glass windows

This Australian artist has carved out an enviable reputation for her vivid sea and landscapes.

The important principles of art in action

The key to making luminous pastels involves combining vibrant, clear colors over a radiant-toned underpainting.

Artist and SAS instructor Julee Hutchison creates painterly landscapes that evoke excitement and curiosity

Chew Piak San, Chok Kok Kheong, Hsieh Ming-Chang, Tham Siew-Inn, Tzeng Shing-Ping, Wen-Wei Liu, Wong Kum, Stephen Yau

Loy Chye Chuan, Kung Lai-Fu, Seah Kang Chui, Harlim, Chung Kin-San, Chung Chung-Sik, Wan Soon Kam, Barli Sasmitawinata, Peh Eng Seng, Ong Kim Seng, Wong Seng Tong

Producing works with perfect harmony