Choosing the right software can feel a bit like trying to find the perfect pair of shoes. You want something that feels comfortable, is easy to use and actually suits the way you like to work. There are loads of apps out there, so it can be difficult to know where to start. You might … Read more

Master Studies: Learning From the Artists You Admire Master studies are basically about learning by recreating a piece of artwork by an artist you admire. It might sound like you’re simply copying a painting, but there’s actually much more to it than that. The idea is to look closely at how the artist worked — … Read more

Best Digital Art Software for Beginners: Finding the Right One for You If you’re new to digital art, you might be coming at it from all sorts of different directions. Maybe you’ve never picked up a digital pen before. Perhaps you’re a traditional artist who’s curious about moving into digital art, or maybe you’ve just … Read more

What Is Mixed Media Digital Art? If you’ve never tried mixed media before, the idea can sound a bit complicated. But really, it’s much simpler than it sounds. At its heart, mixed media is just about combining different materials and techniques in one piece of artwork. You might start with a digital painting and add … Read more

Have you ever walked into a room and immediately felt relaxed? Or stepped into somewhere really bright and colourful and suddenly felt more awake? Colour can do that. We probably don’t think about it very much because we’re surrounded by colour all the time, but it can have a surprisingly big effect on how a … Read more

Digital Abstract Art: Finding Your Own Creative Voice Digital abstract art is so much more than throwing a few colours onto a screen and hoping something interesting happens. It’s a chance to play, experiment and see where your imagination takes you — without having to worry about creating something that looks like a particular person, … Read more

Why I Think Krita Is Great for Character Design If you’re interested in character design but don’t want to spend a fortune on expensive software, Krita is definitely worth a look. One of the things I like about Krita is that it doesn’t feel intimidating in the way some professional art programs can. There’s a … Read more

Apple Freeform: A Simple Way to Get Your Ideas Out of Your Head I have to admit, when I first came across Apple Freeform, I wasn’t quite sure what I was supposed to do with it. It looked a little bit like a blank page, but with rather a lot more going on. And that’s … Read more

Why Texture Can Make Such a Difference to Your Digital Art. Have you ever finished a digital painting and thought, “Something’s missing…”? Everything might be in the right place. The colours look good, the composition works, but somehow it still looks a little… flat. Quite often, texture is the missing piece. Texture can completely change … Read more

What to Look for in Digital Art Software If you’re getting into digital art, choosing the right software can feel a bit overwhelming. There are so many programs out there, and they all seem to have different features, prices and ways of doing things. The truth is, there isn’t one piece of software that’s perfect … Read more