FeaturesLife Studies George Thompson contends that what we call "illustration" will eventually be called "fine art." Interview by Maureen Bloomfield Ars Ex Machina A printmaker/painter finds beauty in the intricate designs of machines. By Carol Wax A First-Timer's Guide to Plein Air Festivals What to expect and how to plan for a paint-out: A veteran of the circuit shares tips for success. By Michael Chesley Johnson Artist at Play Paul O. Zelinsky's award-winning illustrations begin as splendid oil paintings. By Louise B. Hafesh A Poet of the Woodblock Print Richard Steiner, an American artist in Japan, reinterprets the traditional woodblock print. By Ruth K. Meyer Columns and Departments October 2007 Online Don't miss our Web extras and exclusives! Letters
The Artist's Life Painting with tape, designing with The Sims, fine line markers and more. By Michelle Taute Exhibitions What's showing in cities around the country. Edited by Lisa Wurster Drawing Board The old masters used a grid to make complicated compositions easier; you can, too. By Butch Krieger Brushing Up Painting a glass of water is simply painting abstract shapes. By Kenney Mencher Ask the Experts How and when to use varnishes and mediums when painting with acrylics. By Betsy Dillard Stroud Work in Progress Organize a neighborhood studio tour to promote and sell your art. By C. Sharp Competition Spotlight Paul Panossian was entranced by an old barn's filtered light.
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