For many artists, growing and tending to their own gardens provides an additional outlet for creative expression. by Naomi Ekperigin Tulips in a Square Vase, by Susan Van Campen, 2006, watercolor, 23 x...

C.W. Mundy teaches his students to paint effective portraits. Here, we look more closely at his innovative technique for painting portraits from upside-down photographs in this step-by-step demonstration...

This Brooklyn-based artist uses a combination of casein and acrylic to create paintings of considerable power. Like what you read? Subscribe to American Artist today! by John A. Parks Amsterdam II 2007...

Artists Carl and Sandra Bryant use tiny pieces of glass to create intricate mosaic works of art. by Stephanie Kaplan Autumn Landscape by Sandra Bryant, 2006, glass mosaic, 24 x 32. Collection the artist...

Learn about working with water-soluble pencils from Kristy Ann Kutch, author of Drawing and Painting With Colored Pencil (Watson-Guptill Publications, New York, New York). by Kristy Ann Kutch Water-soluble...

Known for his innovative method of using transparent watercolor on a nonabsorbent surface, this California artist employs an open-ended approach. Like what you read? Subscribe to Watercolor today! by Lynne...

New Hampshire artist Roland Simard takes papermaking to the next level with his pulp paintings. by Stephanie Kaplan Shadow Pool 2007, fiber, 24 x 18. Collection the artist. New Hampshire artist Roland...

Renowned quilter Pattiy Torno’s attention to detail results in fabric creations that have multiple dimensions. by Stephanie Kaplan Front Back Acceptance of Not Perfect 2006, cotton fabric, wool batting...