be creative with painting art by Carol May
Welcome to the art by Carol May where striking landscapes, lively hummingbirds, butterflies, visions and dreams come to life with strokes of oil and watercolor.
The teaching tutorials share the techniques and the joy of painting.
Original paintings and reproductions share a slice of imaginative wonder.
A sea turtle painted with an artist's interpretation.the art by carol may
Each brushstroke records nature's glory, quiet nuances and the wonders of this world. The beauty of art resides in sharing these with the world.
Enhance your environment with the beauty of art by Carol May.
Painting Art: Everyone can learn to paint
Experience the joy of creating your own artwork. A blank canvas is waiting to come alive with your stories and creativity. A world of possibilities comes with each stroke of color.
Whether you're a novice or an experienced artist, this comprehensive website provides all the essential information you need to begin your artistic adventure.
From choosing your medium, understanding the basics, to setting up your home studio, and practicing the tutorials, everything is here at your fingertips.
You can learn to paint!
Some people have a gift for music like Beethoven. But anyone can learn to play the piano by starting with the basics and then practice.
It works the same with painting. Learn the basics of painting good art, then refine your skills by painting the tutorials.
Then you can use the same methods for painting your own individual artistic creations.
Fundamentals of Painting Art
Artists use the basic fundamentals of art to design and paint their creations.
Forty years of experience has taught me what makes a good painting. It's a joy sharing my knowledge with aspiring artists.
Country Barns (below) has been privileged to win two Best of Show awards.
Award-winning "Country Barns"What makes award-winning paintings?
Country Barns was painted with the fundamentals of good art. Composition, values, creating a focal point and the judicious use of color created this successful painting.
Hands-on Painting Tutorials
Practice and hone your painting skills with the step-by-step tutorials. The tutorials explain the materials, what colors to use and detail the painting steps from start to finish.
You can paint the tutorials and then use the same steps to paint your own favorite subjects.
There are both watercolor and oil painting tutorials. What's the best painting medium to begin painting?
oil tutorials: these pages may also be used for acrylic
Oil is the classic painting medium used by the Old Masters during the 1800s. Oil paintings are long-lasting and held in high regard for their rich, luminous qualities.
Frequently Asked Questions about Oil Painting
The Limited Palette oil painting page is good practice for mixing and using colors.
You can Paint an Iridescent Hummingbird with oil or acrylic paint.
Getting started with oil painting.
Painting waves is not hard, it's fun.
Paint a red rose or a multicolored one.
Add a waterfall to your landscapes.
watercolor tutorials: The more we paint, the better we get!
Glean from the step-by-step explanations and learn while you're painting. It's a joy sharing the proven painting techniques.
Beginning Watercolor: Find answers about watercolor before you start painting.
Paint a pretty Angelfish with Watercolors Step by Step.
Paint some colorful Koi with the fun technique of Pouring Watercolors.
what else do we need to know about painting art?
Before you begin painting, get the answers to common questions people often ask about painting.
For example: Is painting expensive? What's are the minimum supplies we need to start painting? How long does it take oil paint to dry? and much more...
Find the Art Terms used by today's painting artists like what is glazing and scumbling? What about alla prima, frisket, or what's the difference between brushes?
Do you want to paint realistic?Can we start painting on a budget?
Painting art gives the artist a chance to express their inner self. That's the joy of painting; that's why we paint!
We all need our own art space. What supplies and furniture are recommended? Get some ideas for setting up your home studio.
Maybe you can't figure out what to paint or you get stuck on a painting? How do we get past it? Advice for getting past an artist's block from one who's been there.
Do you want to let your imagination free?Expanding Your Creativity
Artists are inspired by our environment, emotions and fellow artists. We discover potential paintings in the beauty of everyday objects, memories, dreams, landscapes and beyond.
Get more for ideas for your next painting.
Landscapes always make great paintings!More painting pages to explore
Painting daily speeds our learning.
We all have reasons why we paint.
5 pages of how to paint butterfly art.
Paint this hummer with watercolors.
Professional tips on how to start a painting.
The logic of how to paint a painting.
The knowledge of mixing paint colors.
my Inspirations
The beautiful flowers, hummingbirds and butterflies are my favorite painting subjects. How could we not, but paint them?
If I'm not in the studio painting, more than likely you'll find me in
the garden. It's a joy planting and growing flowers to attract the butterflies and hummingbirds.
Then you can get photos for more paintings.
There are many of types of butterflies to paint.
Learn how to grow orchids so you can paint them.
Different types of hummingbirds you can paint.
The rose care page has beautiful photos you can paint.
Stepping into the world of painting art is an enriching journey full of creativity, joy and endless possibilities. The possibilities are as unlimited as your imagination!
Immerse yourself in the joys of art by carol may!
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