Illustration

There are a number of different painting programs out there, each with its own quirks, and it can be hard to decide which to use. They all have their pros and cons, so this post will give a quick overview of four…

Happy New Year! At this time of new beginnings and fresh starts, let me tell you a secret: unlike many things in life, you don't have to learn everything in art from scratch. Instead, you can build on the experiences of centuries…

Illustration may be largely about producing good art, but there are other aspects to the practice that, if neglected, can keep you from being successful. One of these aspects is the people you know. “Networking” is a word used widely in the…

A good artist spends a lot of time looking at art. Observation can teach you what works and what doesn't without having to spend time attempting things yourself. However, if you're anything like me, looking at the amazing art others have done…

There is an adage among writers that goes, “Write what you know.” This statement is interpreted to mean that an author's work will make a stronger connection with people when the author writes things that are familiar to them. Of course, only…

“Everything you can imagine is real” was said by Picasso and I believe this is true. Sight is one of our strongest interactions with the world. It opens the door to discovery. In Science Fiction and Fantasy the artist first envisions a…