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Detailed view of two artists collaborating on bird illustrations at a cluttered art studio table surrounded by books and art supplies, showcasing creative bird art.

Skokholm Island Bird Observatory Paintings

Leave a Comment / Chris Chalk / 31 May 2022

As is the tradition on Skokholm Island, where I spent 7 wonderful days last week (May 2022), the finder of […]

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Vivid bird and nature-themed paintings displayed in artist's studio with painting supplies, brushes, and easels, showcasing a colourful creative workspace.

How To Stop Your Oil Paint Drying Out On Your Palette

Leave a Comment / Chris Chalk / 2 February 2021

Good oil paint is expensive, and the last thing you want to do is waste it because it dries out

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How To Get All The Paint Out Of A Tube Of Paint

Leave a Comment / Chris Chalk / 5 October 2020

Whether you paint with oils, acrylics or watercolours, having to leave that last bit of good paint in the tube

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How To Protect Your Carpet/Floor When You’re Painting

Leave a Comment / Chris Chalk / 31 August 2017

When I moved into my home in 2008 I decided one of the bedrooms was going to be my art

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The Importance of Life Drawing | Guest Post by Artist Bern Ross

2 Comments / Chris Chalk / 5 July 2017

Life Line The new art student walks into the college studio and is confronted with a naked person. Here is

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Why Is Northern Light Best For Artists?

10 Comments / Chris Chalk / 29 January 2017

In the northern hemisphere, northern light is said to be the best light in which to create art, and this

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How To Make Your Own Painting Video

Leave a Comment / Chris Chalk / 10 January 2017

Instead of painting today, I spent the morning trying out some new software called Youtube Movie Maker. This is FREE

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A painting of a barn owl on a artist's easel in a studio full of beautiful paintings.

Barn Owl Painting

Leave a Comment / Chris Chalk / 28 July 2016

Barn owls aren’t as widespread in the UK as they once were, diminishing suitable hunting habitat as a result of modern

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A oil painting of a vibrant kingfisher on an artists easel being painted, with the artists brush touching the canvas.

Kingfisher Painting in Oils

2 Comments / Chris Chalk / 27 June 2016

Kingfishers are mesmerising little birds, usually only seen flying past at break-neck speed. Our local wildlife centre here in Cilgerran in west Wales

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Why A Glass Palette Is The Best Palette You Can Get

17 Comments / Chris Chalk / 28 July 2015

The one thing I would recommend every artist use is a glass palette. You can buy one from a art

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  • Photographing Foxes In The UK22 March 2025
  • Red Kite Painting Commission21 February 2025
  • New Skokholm Island Bird Paintings29 May 2023
  • Skokholm Island Bird Observatory Paintings31 May 2022
  • How To Stop Your Oil Paint Drying Out On Your Palette2 February 2021
  • How To Get All The Paint Out Of A Tube Of Paint5 October 2020
  • Oil Painting Videos, Painting Outdoors In Wales29 April 2020
  • How To Get A Dent Out Of A Painting Canvas28 November 2019
  • Stiwdio 3 Art Exhibition | Cardigan13 May 2019
  • Berghaus: Outdoor Clothing & Equipment Artwork22 December 2018
  • How To Repair A Damaged Or Ripped Canvas Painting26 September 2018
  • 6 Tips That Will Save You Money When You Frame Your Paintings22 November 2017
  • How To Protect Your Carpet/Floor When You’re Painting31 August 2017
  • The Importance of Life Drawing | Guest Post by Artist Bern Ross5 July 2017
  • How To Varnish A Painting24 April 2017
  • How To Paint With Acrylics, Starting Out | Guest Post by Artist Karen Berisford11 April 2017
  • The Painting Glass Is ALWAYS Half Full | Guest Post by Artist Ian Holtedahl-Finlay8 March 2017
  • 3 Youtube Painting Videos Every Artist Should Watch25 February 2017
  • Why Is Northern Light Best For Artists?29 January 2017
  • How To Make Your Own Painting Video10 January 2017
  • Fox Painting, Step by Step Demo26 October 2016
  • Outdoor Painting in Wales (Plein Air)22 September 2016
  • 20 MORE Funny Art Quotes, Cartoons and Memes31 August 2016
  • Barn Owl Painting28 July 2016
  • Kingfisher Painting in Oils27 June 2016
  • New Zealand Art Exhibition – Xmas 201522 December 2015
  • How To Post Prints & Paintings Safely2 December 2015
  • 30 Funny Art Cartoons, Memes, Images and Art Quotes29 October 2015
  • Stainless Steel Brush Washer – Why It’s The Best Brush Cleaner You Can Get4 October 2015
  • How to Commission a Painting29 September 2015
  • Kingfisher Photographs & Video11 September 2015
  • Otter Watching in Wales , UK28 August 2015
  • Pwerdy Powerhouse Llandysul – Summer Art Exhibition19 August 2015
  • Cardigan Art Society Summer Exhibition4 August 2015
  • Why A Glass Palette Is The Best Palette You Can Get28 July 2015
  • Skomer Island Puffin Watching14 July 2015
  • Elenydd Wilderness Hostels Painting Commission30 June 2015
  • Welsh Wildlife Centre | Art For Sale27 June 2015
  • Pendre Art Gallery in Cardigan23 June 2015
  • Puffin Painting in Oils, Stage by Stage.18 June 2015
  • How To Photograph Your Artwork And Get Professional Results7 May 2015
  • How To Use A Pochade Box, And Where To Get One28 April 2015
  • Why You Need To Keep Your Art Studio Tidy22 April 2015
  • How To Transfer A Photograph To Your Canvas or Paper For Painting15 April 2015
  • 10 Great Tips That’ll Help You Get Your Art Accepted Into A Gallery5 April 2015
  • How To Start Painting With Oils – 3 Things You Need28 March 2015
  • How To Paint Loose Paintings.16 March 2015

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