Leading the Eye: A Myth?

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Does a good painting really "lead the eye"? https://mchesleyjohnson.substack.com/p/leading-the-eye-the-myth

Want to Become a Better Painter? Interview Yourself!

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Here's one way to become a better painter: https://mchesleyjohnson.substack.com/p/want-to-become-a-better-painter-interview

Four Disney Artists Paint a Tree--En Plein Air!

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Here's a video of four Disney artists (1950s) heading out to paint a tree! https://mchesleyjohnson.substack.com/p/four-disney-artists-paint-a-tree

The Harder Skill

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The harder skill - learning to think like a painter.  https://mchesleyjohnson.substack.com/p/the-harder-skill

Art as Livelihood, Art as Passion

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Can you make art your day job without hurting the passion? https://mchesleyjohnson.substack.com/p/art-as-livelihood-art-a-passion