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60/30/10 - Balance and Visual Interest in a Colour Scheme.
The 60/30/10 Split. This is a great technique to capture balance and visual interest in a colour scheme. This can be used not only for paintings but also logos, brands, interiors, graphic design, websites and more.

Doug Swinton
Jun 143 min read
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Saying More With Less When Painting.
A quick excerpt about how less is more when it comes to painting is perfectly summarized with a classic country/western song.

Doug Swinton
Sep 5, 20244 min read
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About Painting Large
8 tips about painting on large canvases. There are a few things that you need to think about that change from painting small.

Doug Swinton
Mar 11, 20234 min read
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Revisiting "Steal Like An Artist" by Austin Kleon
I just revisited Austin Kleon’s wonderful book Steal Like An Artist. At about the same time I received an email asking questions that I...

Doug Swinton
Feb 10, 20233 min read
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Refuelling The Creative Gas Tank.
This article teaches you a few ways to re-energize your creativity by seeing someone else perform their talents.

Doug Swinton
Jul 4, 20224 min read
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10 Things to know before reworking a painting.
It's usually is a better idea to start from scratch. But if you are to rework a painting after a while, read this guide first.

Doug Swinton
Dec 6, 20213 min read
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10 Things About Painting With Red & White
Red is the colour of love, warmth and even aggression. It’s passionate and demands attention.

Doug Swinton
Jul 1, 20203 min read
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