The Artist's Magazine June 2010 Digital Download

Highlights

An Intuitive Approach to Abstraction in Acrylic

Masters of the Real
Daniel E. Greene & Steven J. Levin

Best Frame Forward
Preserve & Present Your Work

Mixing Dry Media

Perspective
A New (Twisted) Take

Features

Dramatic Shadow, Expressive Light
Steven J. Levin exploits the dramatic possibilities of extreme contrasts.
By Rosemary Barrett Seidner

The Fifth Perspective
Add a dynamic aspect to your work with this twist on conventional perspective.
By Rudolf Stussi

The Design Is in the Details
Master realist Daniel E. Greene plans every aspect of his complex compositions.
Interview by Maureen Bloomfield

Between Chaos & Serenity
Working in a square format in acrylic, Cathy Woo solves visual puzzles.
By Ruth K. Meyer

The Fine Art of Framing
Present your work to its best advantage by carefully considering the latest options for matting, framing and installation.
By Rosemary Barrett Seidner

Columns and Departments

Letters

The Artist's Life
Ulrike Arnold picks up handfuls of dirt to paint vistas of earth and sky; TheArtsMap.com offers artists around the world a way to connect with one another, and more.
Edited by Grace Dobush

Exhibitions
Take to the road to see great art this spring.
Edited by Holly Davis

Drawing Board
Sketch quickly in pencil en plein air to render the essence of a scene.
By Jerry N. Weiss

Brushing Up
To make a memorable portrait, suggest the universal rather than the particular.
By Stan Miller

Ask the Experts
How to combine graphite and charcoal to best effect and how to transfer a drawing.
By Anthony Waichulis

Supply Cabinet
Don't miss these new products fresh to market.
Edited by Grace Dobush

Art Clinic
Can a still life based on history be meaningful without an explanation?
By Greg Albert

Workshop Guide
Find a workshop here or abroad to suit your schedule.

Competition Spotlight
Beijing artist Kathy Hirsh paints landscapes on site in pastel.
Edited by Grace Dobush