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Why Perfect Harmony Can Be Boring

Initially, the human brain loves patterns and balance. Consequently, when we see a perfectly balanced landscape of green trees and a blue sky, our brain relaxes. While relaxation is fine for a spa, it is deadly for a piece of contemporary art. Instead, you want to create visual friction. By introducing unexpected, clashing color combinations, […]

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Why Real Metal Beats Metallic Paint

Historically, artists have used gold leaf to symbolize divinity and high value for centuries. However, modern artists often try to take a shortcut by using metallic acrylic paints. In fact, even the best metallic paint looks flat when compared to real leaf. Because metallic leaf is a physical, ultra-thin sheet of metal, it reflects light

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How to Use Acrylic Underpainting on Canvas for Depth

First and foremost, painting directly onto a stark white background creates a massive optical illusion. Because the bright white constantly glares back at your eyes, it makes your dark colors look much darker than they actually are. Consequently, beginners constantly misjudge their values. However, professional artists bypass this problem entirely. Instead of fighting the white,

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