Acrylic Painting

April 25, 2024

Artist’s Hyperrealistic Paintings Reflect the Vulnerability and Beauty of Animals in the Wild

UK-based artist and environmentalist Sophie Green paints remarkable stories of wildlife. Known for her hyperrealistic paintings of animals, Green's quasi-photographic style captures the vulnerabilities of nature. The artist depicts the grandeur, beauty, and intensity of animals such as guerrillas, leopards, rhinoceroses, penguins, and other species at risk of extinction. “This is not a celebration of nature,” says Green of her most recent collection, Commodities. “This collection is wildlife void of both ‘wild’ and ‘life.

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February 27, 2024

This Trio of Abstract Painting Classes Will Transform You Into a Master of the Art

There is a long, rich history of abstract painting. From Jackson Pollock to Mark Rothko, many famous painters have expressed themselves through the abstract. And while it can seem intimidating to break away from the figurative, there are plenty of tips and tricks to help you along the way. This is why we're now offering an Abstract Painting Bundle.

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December 26, 2023

Dreamy Aquatic Ecosystems Visualized in Vibrant Mixed-Media Paintings

Like portals to another world, Yellena James creates colorful ecosystems that bloom on the canvas. The Portland-based artist paints amorphous flora and fauna in vibrant hues which come together to form an aquatic dreamscape. Rather than rely on just one medium, James incorporates acrylics, gouache, as well as different inks in her work. This magical combination gives these paintings a watery depth in which some shades appear deeper and richer, while others seem more buoyant.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.