Drawing & Painting Blog
Pencil Drawing Supply Review
Updated: 22 Jun 2026
Practical guide: essential supplies and equipment for pencil drawing.
Drawing Paper Guide
Updated: 14 Jun 2026
A comprehensive review of paper brands for graphite, pen, colored pencil, and markers.
Inspiring Fine Art Painters
Updated: 11 Jun 2026
Talented painters present their art and share painting tips.
The 8 Key Factors for Painting Realism
Updated: 10 Jun 2026
An introduction to the key factors for realistic painting and some painting tips.
Linear (and Atmospheric) Perspective
Updated: 08 Jun 2026
The basics for one-, two-, and three-point perspective.
Technical Pens Review
Updated: 07 Jun 2026
Recommended brands of technical pens and fine liners for drawing and sketching.
15 Ways to Draw the Illusion of Depth
Updated: 06 Jun 2026
Methods to add depth and space when drawing or painting.
How to Draw Insects
Updated: 03 Jun 2026
Realistic insect drawing tips, examples, and some fun facts.
Oil Painting Brush Guide
Updated: 13 May 2026
A guide to understanding which types of oil brushes to use and when.
Markers Review
Updated: 25 April 2026
Guide for water-based and alcohol-based markers for drawing, coloring, and painting.
How to Draw from Imagination
Updated: 23 Apr 2026
Advanced Guide. Basics for drawing concept art and product design.
How to Mix Oil Paints
Updated: 13 Apr 2026
An introduction to the color wheel, color relationships, and color temperature.
Elliptical Objects Drawing Guide
Updated: 20 Mar 2026
Basics for drawing round objects from imagination or observation.
Realistic Drawing Guide
Updated: 24 Feb 2026
The 4 key factors for drawing realism with graphite pencils.
How to Draw with a Mechanical Pencil
Updated: 15 Feb 2026
When, why, and how to use a mechanical pencil.
Pet Portrait Commission Artists
Updated: 13 Feb 2026
Beautiful pet portrait artworks by hand-picked professional artists.
How to Draw Accurately
Updated: 02 Feb 2026
A guide to drawing from observation, with an emphasis on precision.
Composition Drawing Guide
Updated: 21 Jan 2026
How to draw and render beautiful still life compositions.
Oil Painting Supplies for Beginners
Updated: 20 Jan 2026
How to wash brushes, sign a painting, choose a canvas, and oil painting tips and techniques.
How to Collect Comic Books
Updated: 16 Jan 2026
What is important to know about collecting comics. Which comic books are worth investing in.
YouTube Channels for Learning to Paint
Updated: 06 Jan 2026
Tutorial channels dedicated to drawing and painting for all levels.
About the Author & Blog
My name is Ran, and I am an art instructor.
I am the author of all the articles on this blog. Every piece of equipment featured in these guides is from my personal studio and was photographed by me.
All drawings and paintings are my original creations, except where credit is explicitly given to guest artists. New and updated articles are automatically moved to the top of the page.