Research Guides: Studio Art: Painting: Painting

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The Painting Center
Engaging artists in conversations about art, culture, and the challenges of painting.
New American Paintings Blog
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Two Coats of Paint
A blog by Sharon Butler, who says, "... I created Two Coats of Paint to share reviews, commentary, news, and background information about painting and related subjects. Two Coats has been sponsored by many organizations, including the Museum of Modern Art, The Whitney Museum, the Pulitzer Foundation, the New York Studio School, and The Brooklyn Museum."

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The Great Courses: How to Paint
Practice painting in the company of an award-winning artist and professor. Not only will you learn how to select tools and apply techniques, but you'll develop the visual skills and muscle memory that make painting an infinitely adaptable form of artistic expression. These 24 lessons feature hands-on demonstrations that bring the art school experience into your own home.
The Great Courses: How to Look at and Understand Great Art