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How to paint a rainy street scene in acrylic

Mike Barr talks about the inspiration of rainy days and offers advice on how to paint a rainy street scene with the correct detail and perspective.

How to paint cast shadows in acrylic: a step-by-step demonstration

Follow this simple demonstration by Jo Quigley to learn how to paint cast shadows in acrylic, along with some advice on why painting shadows is important.

How to paint boats and reflections in watercolour

Paul Weaver explains how to simplify shapes for successful boat paintings.

How to use blocking in techniques to paint a landscape with sheep

Jackie Garner shows how to paint and modify flat washes and block in your paintings.

Painting from inspiration with Lorna Gasperi

Lorna shares ideas for finding inspiration for your paintings.

How to paint an historic priory in oils

Alan Bickley shares a step-by-step demonstration to paint a Vision Wenlock Priory.