Visual Arts

Virginia Watercolor Society Virginia Watercolor Society- Society of watercolor and watermedia artists in Virginia. General and membership information, links to other watercolor societies, exhibitions. Watercolor Artists of Sonoma County Watercolor Artists of Sonoma County- WASCO is a Sonoma County watercolor organization whose purpose is to promote the values and acceptance of watercolor as a viable art form. Mem… Buckinghamshire Art Society Buckinghamshire Art Society- Association of painters, sculptors and print-makers. Gallery of members' artwork as well as information about upcoming exhibitions and other art relat… Midwest Watercolor Society Midwest Watercolor Society- A national organization devoted to advancing the stature of transparent watercolor as a major expression and to foster its appreciation. Membership, ex… Puget Sound Group of Northwest Painters Puget Sound Group of Northwest Painters- Oldest fraternity of professional fine artists in America formed in 1926. Artists' biographies and samples, history, news, scholarships. Watercolor Society of Oregon Watercolor Society of Oregon- A non-profit, educational association of selected watermedia artists. Juried exhibits are held at conventions twice a year. Includes Watermark, a qua… Society of Tempera Painters Society of Tempera Painters- This website is devoted exclusively to the Egg Tempera painting medium. The Society supports improvement in the art of Tempera Painting by the interch… Washington Society of Landscape Artists Washington Society of Landscape Artists- Juried membership of 40 painters listing their exhibitions, activities and history. Includes a member's bulletin board and activities cale… Brooklyn Working Artists Coalition,BWAC Brooklyn Working Artists Coalition,BWAC- The largest artist run, not for profit art organization in Brooklyn. Conduit between the rich and diverse arts community of Brooklyn and t… Plein Air Painters of America Plein Air Painters of America- Founded in 1986, this group of on-location painters is renowned for its annual exhibition on Catalina Island and for its workshops held across the c… Lake Artists Society Lake Artists Society- Member information and online exhibition of their paintings, history, shows. Based in the Lake District, UK. Pastel Society of North Carolina Pastel Society of North Carolina- Showcases the member pastel artists and their work. Exhibits with maps are listed. Short biography and contact information for each artist also a… Pastel Society of America Pastel Society of America- The oldest pastel society in the United States promoting the use of the pastel medium. Activities include exhibitions, workshops and classes in pastel. California Watercolor Association (CWA) California Watercolor Association (CWA)- The largest water media organization in California, a newsletter, workshops, and exhibitions. Aquanet Aquanet- Online watercolor society using e-mail and web sites to promote and teach art with a main focus on watercolor. Portrait Society of America, Inc. Portrait Society of America, Inc.- A nonprofit organization directed by a governing board of artists. Provides information on portrait conferences and membership details. Art Renewal Center Art Renewal Center- Combines international art news, reviews, articles, scholarship competitions and a large research library of master paintings. Association of Mouth and Foot Painting Artists (AMFPA) Association of Mouth and Foot Painting Artists (AMFPA)- A worldwide association of artists that organizes a wide range of exhibitions, sells original art works and permits publish… Robitaille, Lu Robitaille, Lu- Miniature fine art originals of Ontario's Georgian Bay and the Huronia area. Images, exhibitions, and travel directions. Art in Miniature Art in Miniature- Contemporary miniature art including picture gallery, featured artist, art societies, teachers, portrait painters, art materials, books, artist suppliers, and ch… Wu, Cynthia Wu, Cynthia- Miniature landscape paintings on stones using Chinese techniques. Images and note on the artist. Miniature Art Society of Florida Miniature Art Society of Florida- encourages artists to become involved in the world of miniatures Studio International Studio International- The International Journal of Creative Arts and Design. Incorporating The Studio, founded in 1893. Current issue and some archived articles. Watercolor Artist Watercolor Artist- Monthly magazine. Includes demonstrations, article previews and blog. Picklebird Picklebird- Online-only magazine features outsider art, lowbrow and contemporary folk art. Spotlights local artists of art brut, visionary work and the modern pop art style. Featu… Topix: Painting Topix: Painting- News about painting, collected from various sources on the web. The Secrets of Perfection The Secrets of Perfection- Online magasine by Jurate Macnoriute, concentrates on promoting the artists of the Former Soviet Union. Salon Salon- A gathering for international decorators to study each others work and share information and techniques. Dyakon, Inc. Dyakon, Inc.- Decorative architecture, murals and faux finishes. The Art and Nature of Fresco The Art and Nature of Fresco- The fresco technique of Sr. Lucia Wiley (1906-1998), a WPA muralist and painter. Includes the essays "Who Owns a Work of Art?" and "The Feminine and … Faux Finishing Learning Forum Faux Finishing Learning Forum- The Faux Finishing Learning Forum is a public message center where faux finishing enthusiasts can post questions and answers to each other concernin… Directory of Faux Painting Professionals Directory of Faux Painting Professionals- Listings of faux finishing professionals, fresco painters and muralists throughout the world. The Bogside Artists The Bogside Artists- A site dedicated to three mural artists whose work details the "troubles" in Derry, Northern Ireland since 1968 Cafe al Fresco Cafe al Fresco- Information on fresco technique and history, directory of projects around the world, picture gallery, painting and creative arts public forums. Art Q and A: Painting Page Art Q and A: Painting Page- Answers questions ranging from color, lighting and homemade Gesso, to hanging and reproducing finished works. Watercolors Watercolors- Guide to watercolor painting. Includes information on watercolor papers, brushes, paints, and artists. Recent works by Bruce MacEvoy. The Painting Guide The Painting Guide- Painting techniques compiled by Debra Clem, fine arts professor, Indiana University Southeast. Handprint: Watercolors Handprint: Watercolors- Comprehensive guide to watercolor painting includes reviews of brushes, papers, books, and paints. Includes techniques and color theory. The Dimensions of Colour The Dimensions of Colour- A guide to the dimensions used to describe color and light, intended for painters using either traditional or digital mediums. David N. Kitler: Classroom David N. Kitler: Classroom- Series of art tips provided by the wildlife artist. Susan Savad: My Techniques Susan Savad: My Techniques- Techniques used by the artist to create paintings. Painting Tips Painting Tips- Demonstration of the stages of painting development and questions answered on foreground detail and Plein air painting. Provided by landscape artist Wm. Scott Jenni… Watercolour Tips Watercolour Tips- A series of tutorials and tips provided by watercolour artist Peter Saw. Includes a glossary and colour wheel section. WetCanvas: Color Theory & Mixing WetCanvas: Color Theory & Mixing- Offers 16 online lessons in color theory. Robert Garden School of Art Robert Garden School of Art- Provides lessons and videos in oil and watercolor; art supplies; and custom programs for groups and conventions. Classes at various locations in Texas. Art of Painting Art of Painting- Colorado painter Don Sahli offering interactive DVDs and workshops. Includes video clips, FAQs and on-line ordering. Len Hend Len Hend- Instructional art lessons on DVD at painting Australian landscapes in oils or acrylic. Includes testimonials and on-line ordering. The Paint Basket The Paint Basket- Free on-line lessons, information on live classes, workshops and painting events. Located in South Africa and New Zealand. Jim Kosvanec, NWS Jim Kosvanec, NWS- Watercolor workshops, Twister watercolor easel. Training video tapes teach watercolor technique gallery of paintings. Virtual Art Academy Virtual Art Academy- Downloadable self-study courses in oil, watercolor, and acrylic painting for purchase. Includes company and course information, FAQ, and account login.