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The New "Click". Using Technology For Your Paintings.
Is using AI to help you paint cheating? From paintbrushes to photoshop read on Doug's point of view when using technology to help you paint.

Doug Swinton
May 94 min read
248 views
2 comments


My top 3 pieces of art content. Written & Video (Done by Doug Swinton)
See Doug Swinton's top 3 written and video posts. From impact to value, we have found these got the highest engagement.

Doug Swinton
Feb 223 min read
1,494 views
42 comments


When Your Mojo Won't Go | Get the creative juices flowing.
Get your creative juices flowing when you're stuck in painter's block with these 10 tips and exercises.

Doug Swinton
Jan 183 min read
1,239 views
65 comments


Intuition In Art
Where does intuition come from? Intuition comes from experience. The more you practice something the more your subconscious will take over.

Doug Swinton
Dec 15, 20245 min read
1,213 views
58 comments


What If? - Where Creativity Comes From.
Explore the "what if" factor. Embrace your unique inspirations and push boundaries to craft your art.

Doug Swinton
Oct 1, 20244 min read
1,626 views
54 comments


Saying More With Less When Painting.
A quick excerpt about how less is more when it comes to painting is perfectly summarized with a classic country/western song.

Doug Swinton
Sep 5, 20244 min read
1,441 views
51 comments


Explorers | Not knowing what lies ahead.
It takes a special breed of human to go forth and see what's out there with no idea of what’s ahead.

Doug Swinton
Aug 10, 20243 min read
977 views
50 comments


How To Use Colour Temperature In Your Painting.
How to cool or warm colours when you're painting. Tips and tricks on how to use white.

Doug Swinton
Jun 23, 20244 min read
1,830 views
49 comments


Moving is Grooving! What to do when your Plein Air painting won't work.
Sometimes a fresh start in the same location doesn't cut it. A: you need to start over, B: you need to move your location.

Doug Swinton
Jun 1, 20242 min read
1,154 views
57 comments


TOD 1027 | When to decide to quit on a painting.
Don't get married to your painting. Sometimes you have to know when to give up and start over.

Doug Swinton
Apr 27, 20244 min read
1,725 views
42 comments


10 Things I Know About The Figure and How It Relates To The Landscape
Explore the dynamic relationship between figures and landscapes through 10 insightful observations.

Doug Swinton
Mar 17, 20244 min read
2,095 views
36 comments


10 things to make a foreground work in a painting.
10 things to keep in mind that will help you make a foreground work in a painting.

Doug Swinton
Feb 16, 20242 min read
2,414 views
61 comments


Principles of Design When Painting
Learn about preferred colours from a survey of 2500 people. Doug shows the results and says what he thinks about them.

Doug Swinton
Jan 18, 20242 min read
2,141 views
40 comments


Artists Paintbrushes and Their Uses
Discover the art of brushwork with our comprehensive guide to different types of paint brushes. From flat to round, find the perfect tool.

Doug Swinton
Nov 19, 20234 min read
1,841 views
35 comments


10 things I know about painting edges.
Unlock the secrets of painting edges with these 10 expert tips!

Doug Swinton
Oct 13, 20233 min read
2,268 views
39 comments


What to do when you know you need to do something... but what? Self-critique.
The five dominations of painting. Learn what makes a painting interesting to look at.

Doug Swinton
Sep 16, 20233 min read
1,689 views
41 comments


Eliminating Detail From Your Painting | Rocky Road Ice Cream
Unlock the beauty of rock scenes with our expert tips. Experience the power of eliminating detail from your painting.

Doug Swinton
Aug 19, 20233 min read
2,700 views
38 comments


Putting a Little More Zip in Your Painting
Discover the secrets of putting more zip in your paintings. Learn about the power of shadows, playing with light, and complimentary colours.

Doug Swinton
Jul 2, 20235 min read
1,598 views
34 comments


The Three-Act Play | What to look for in a painting.
The setup, the climax and the resolution. Every play or sitcom has a three-act play in it. So does artwork.

Doug Swinton
May 19, 20234 min read
1,836 views
73 comments


Drama vs Atmosphere In Painting
When do we use Drama or Atmosphere? These are just more tools to put in your toolbox to use whenever you want.

Doug Swinton
Apr 8, 20233 min read
1,642 views
37 comments
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