Latest articles by Rob Lunn
How to start painting on canvas
Get started with our pro guide to canvas painting for beginners.
How to mix shadow colour in paint
Learn how to accurately mix the right colour for your painted shadows.
Mix more realistic-looking colours
Experiment with complementary shades for more accurate colour mixing.
10 tips for painting skin tones
We explain how to perfect painting skin tones in this step-by-step tutorial.
How to paint sunsets: Create the perfect coloured sky
Top tips to help you learn how to mix and paint sunsets.
A guide to painting still life in oil
Follow these steps to paint a stunning still life.
How to create a colour chart
Improve your colour theory skills by building your own colour chart.
How to make and use a mahlstick for painting
A traditional painter's mahlstick can revolutionise your life at the easel.
How to clean paintbrushes: The definitive guide
How to clean paintbrushes used with oils, acrylics, watercolours and more.
The essential guide to foreshortening in art
What is foreshortening, and how do you make it realistic?
How to make your own canvas boards
With simple DIY skills, you can make your own canvas painting boards.
CarbOthello Pastel Pencil Set (24) review
These pastel pencils are a strong addition to any collection.
Review: Mont Marte H20 Water Mixable Oil Paints
Explore water-mixable oil paints for a new painting experience.
Review: Rosemary & Co Pocket Watercolour Brushes
Perfect company for travelling artists.
Review: SAA Artists 12 Soft Pastels - Sketching Colours
Excellent results at a great price.
Paint a portrait like van Gogh
Build up a Post-Impressionist self-portrait from initial charcoal sketch through to finished oil painting.
Review: Winsor & Newton Series 7 Kolinsky Sable brushes
If you're after watercolour paint brushes that should last for years, look no further.
Review: Unison Colour Ocean Blue Pastels
This set of punchy pastels are in a league of their own.
I Love Art acrylic painting set review
Keep costs low when creativity is running high with this great value acrylic set.
I Love Art Marker Set review
These markers are a great starting point for budding artists.
Chameleon Colour Tone pens
Review: These versatile blending pens give a huge range of tones for easy shading.
