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October 19, 2023

40 Easy Things to Draw in Your Sketchbook Right Now

Learning how to draw takes time and practice. However, if you didn't spend a lot of time sketching growing up, it can be a little daunting to just jump in. If you're looking for some things that are easy to draw, then you've come to the right place. We've put together a list of 40 easy to draw ideas that will make you want to fill your sketchbook every day.

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October 19, 2023

Artist Documents Her Stays At Different Japanese Hotels in Carefully Rendered Illustrations

If you're someone who frequently stays at hotels, you likely take note of the different design choices in each place.

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October 17, 2023

12 Excellent Drawing Books Recommended by Artists and Illustrators

Learning to draw is a lifelong journey, but there are plenty of resources to gain inspiration and help you meet...

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October 10, 2023

Stunning Ink and Colored Pencil Architecture Drawings Inspired by Old-World Europe

Using just ink and colored pencils, Demi Lang transforms architecture into works of fine art. Her detailed architectural illustrations capture the spirit of great monuments, as well as the everyday charm of corner shops and bistros. Based in the UK, Lang lets herself be inspired by the old-world architecture of Europe.

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October 3, 2023

Surreal “Incomplete” Portraits Capture the Evocative Spirit of Different People

When creating a portrait, Florian Nicolle looks beyond the physical appearance of his model and works to capture their spirit.

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October 2, 2023

New Book Celebrates 100 Years of Disney Animation and Shows How to Draw Their Most Beloved Characters

Disney is celebrating 100 years of incredible animation with a book that not only shares the company’s rich creative history,...

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September 19, 2023

Discover the Four Essentials You’ll Need To Start Drawing Today

Drawing is a satisfying creative outlet. Whether you just like doodling or enjoy creating portraits, there is something for everyone. But if you are new to drawing, you might wonder what tools you'll need to start. Luckily, My Modern Met writer Margherita Cole is also a talented illustrator, and she's here to help.

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August 15, 2023

City of Toronto Helps Artist Find Sentimental Sketchbook He Worked on for 10 Years

For many artists, sketchbooks are important tools to document their ideas and creative progress.

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August 9, 2023

Get to Know Hip-Hop History With This Cool Boombox Poster

It's hard to imagine the history of an entire music genre contained in one poster.

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August 6, 2023

Who Was N.C. Wyeth? Learn About the 20th Century Illustrator Responsible for Over 100 Books

In an era that’s known as the Golden Age of illustration, illustrator Newell Convers Wyeth (aka N.C. Wyeth) was one of its superstars. The American painter contributed illustrations to over 100 books and painted over 4,000 images. His realistically rendered pictures visualized classic tales like Treasure Island, The Last of the Mohicans, and Robinson Crusoe. Wyeth also created illustrations for advertising campaigns such as Coca-Cola and Kellogg’s Foods.

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