I had a moral dilemma today. It tested the core of my personal beliefs. I needed two photo references for some art kits I’m developing, normally I always use my […]
Author: Su Melville
Six Tips For Cleaning Pastelmat Paper
When using pastels on Pastelmat paper it’s practically impossible to keep the background clean – which is probably why we all put a bit of a background behind our main […]
Learning To Be Kind To Your Mind
This week is mental health awareness week and this year the focus is on Kindness. It has inspired me to write this blog and talk about being kind to your mind.
5 Steps To Learn To Draw
Everyone CAN learn to draw! It is my belief that there is no right or wrong in art and here is why.
Why Art?
It’s a simple question really but so NOT at the same time, it involves a back story.
What Is Tone In Drawings?
I often get asked ‘What is tone?’ so I thought I’d write some brief notes to see if it helps anyone.
Choosing Colours For Your Paintings!
I often get asked ‘How do you start to pick out colours to paint?’ So, I thought I’d write some notes on choosing colours to see if it helps anyone.
Pastels and Papers, Velour or Pastelmat Paper!
Today I’ll be talking about the differences, pro’s and con’s of velour paper and pastelmat paper.