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The benefits of a painting holiday

We explore the main benefits as well as key questions to ask before you commit to a painting holiday.

How to keep your watercolours moist outside

Barry Herniman looks at the different ways to keep your watercolours moist when painting en plein air and extend their life

How to choose and clean your brushes

Looking for a new brush? Discover how to choose a paint brush and keep them clean with top advice from artist, Melanie Cambridge.

Art holiday advice and top tips

Consider these excellent tips and advice for your next painting holiday or course, from helping you decide what to pack and what to take into consideration before you book.

Life as an artist: Interview with printmaker Jemma Gunning

Join Jemma Gunning as she talks exclusively to Painters Online about her artistic journey and what led her to printmaking.

A guide to watercolour painting for beginners

Learn how to choose, use and look after your watercolour painting equipment plus simple exercises showing various watercolour techniques to help you get started.