This section of the site is especially for YOU, our fellow artists.

Here you can find HEAPS of information on all kinds of subjects and issues, some practical, some controversial. The aim is always to expand our horizons so that we can become better artists.

If you are new to this section then please scroll down for a description of each link.

View our series on art terms Don't know what to paint next?
Go back to basics with our series on the colour wheel and more Plenty of practical hints & tips here
Your art related questions answered Find many reference photographs here
Keep yourself motivated here Read about and comment on copyright issues

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Glossary
Often we come across some words in art books that stump us. Fancy words are used, and we just don't know what they mean. The biggest obstacle to our own personal knowledge is we do not want to ask other artists the meaning of such words for fear of making oneself look stupid. We are constantly adding more terms to our art glossary, so dig in and ed-you-kate yourself ;-)

Basics
This is a section for beginners and experienced artists alike to brush up ;-) on their skills.

Hints & Tips
Are your brushes starting to look like their bristles have been pounded with a hammer?
Do you always battle to price your paintings?
Get these answers and lots more here.

Questions & Answers
Do you have an art related question?
Would you like Dennis, Nolan and the group to comment constructively on your painting?
This is the place to post your questions and paintings - remember that we don't have crit sessions here, only "encourager sessions".

Motivation
Are you painting less and less these days? Perk up your spirits with our quotes, hints and ideas.

Painting Projects
Many FREE art lessons can be found here.

Copyright
We have researched the South African copyright act and have extracted the sections relevant to artists. You can also add your comments and ask related questions.

Reference Photos
Artists are always looking for photos to reference from. The problem is that most photos are restricted by copyright. We have a collection of limited copyright photos for you to use - FREE of Charge !!

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