Australian How To Paint

Australian How To Paint magazine chooses a topic or style of art each issue and gives you a comprehensive guide for you to develop your skills. Over the series we will cover all major painting technques plus popular paint ideas.

The Visual Communicator • Painting and creating are this talented artist’s passions, with Australia offering him a rich source of inspiration for his artistic endeavours.

Megz • The artist demonstrates how to create a good likeness in a portrait using acrylic paints and mediums.

MATERIALS

ARTIST’S HINTS AND TIPS

Painting is Magical • Thankfully an observant great aunt noticed the talent of this young, fledgling artist, and encouraged her to focus on her drawing.

Daddy’s Little Girl • Using her son and his daughter as inspiration, this artist creates a gorgeous, evocative piece.

ARTIST’S HINTS AND TIPS

ARTIST’S SET UP

Passion for Portraits • An old school friend sparked a flame inside of this artist to rekindle her love of art.

The Baby • There is a wonderful depth of feeling in this captivating portrait.

ARTIST’S HINTS AND TIPS

Raw Emotion • It is vital for this artist to feel a painting, as this is what guides her to create her works of art.

Dancing the Salsa • Starting with a simple charcoal outline, Audrey Hepburn comes alive.

Painting, Fashion and Photography • This artist wisely followed the advice printed on a salt packet: Make your passion your profession.

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The Portrait • Capturing the finest of details of form and texture creates this stunning and stylish image.

Back to the Drawing Board • Kevin gives some wonderful tips on getting back to the basics.

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Jane • Captured in pencil, this monotone portrait is a delight.

ARTIST’S HINTS AND TIPS

An Indirect Self Portrait • Vowing to never stop progressing, this talented young artist is determined to succeed.

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It’s all in the Detail • Using a process of layers and colours, the artist cleverly works towards the stunning finale.

ARTIST’S HINTS AND TIPS