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Think you need dozens of paint tubes to create realistic art? Think again. In this post, I’ll show you how painting with a limited palette can actually make your work more cohesive, expressive, and professional - while saving you time. I’ll break down what a limited palette is, why it works beautifully for realism, how to choose the right colors, and share examples from my own practice as a professional artist. Whether you’re a beginner or refining your process, this guide will help you paint smarter with less.

This one goes out to all you amazing artists who love to paint in a photorealistic or realistic style, and struggle to soften your brushstrokes to make your work look painterly. In this blog post, we'll cover canvas prep, values, rendering, and much more!