Emma’s Quick Guide to a safe and sound studio
The main things I consider, as a painter, are ventilation, natural light and cleanup. Ventilation is challenging in the Yukon because in the winter you lose so much heat by opening windows.
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Art Hacks
Myth Buster: Oils are too messy, toxic and expensive
Many people of all walks of life enjoy painting. Most of the time, acrylics trump oils in popularity. Children, starting out in school, are offered tempera, watercolour and acrylics. The general belief is that oil paints are too...
Read MoreWhat’s with all the brushes?
Brushes, if carefully chosen and cared for, can be your greatest tool for years to come.Painters need brushes to create the best marks and strokes to convey their visual messages. They work hard loading and unloading paint....
Read MoreNot all canvases are created equal
I’d like to share what I know about canvases that are available locally. It is the most important part of your painting. It’s also known as the “support.” Even if you are playing around, for fun, you just never know when a piece...
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