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How to Use a Palette Knife

How to Use a Palette Knife

15 Aug 2024 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips

Do you struggle to get paint off your palette knife? There is a simple trick to using this tool that will make moving paint far more effective.

Check it out in this video and see if your technique improves.

How to Store Paint Tubes

How to Store Paint Tubes

18 Jul 2024 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips

Have you ever squeezed oily stuff out of your paint tubes? There is a way to avoid this and it comes down to storage.

Check out this video to learn the best way to store your paint tubes.

How to Perfect Proportion

How to Perfect Proportion

20 Jun 2024 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips

Do you struggle to get the right proportions when you’re drawing? The secret is to measure—but not with a ruler!

Check out how to do this here and you’ll be amazed at how your drawings improve.

How To Perfect Your Tonal Sketches

How To Perfect Your Tonal Sketches

4 Jan 2024 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips

Do you create tonal or composition sketches before you start drawing? Sometimes it can feel like a really big job!

In this video, I’m going to share some super simple tips that will help you to perfect your tonal sketch. As a bonus, you will also improve your composition! Did this tip help you?

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