With its rich cultural heritage and awe-inspiring landscapes, Scotland has emerged as a top destination for artists seeking...

Being an artist, like many other professions, opens up to an interesting question on the choices one faces,...

“Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones. A legacy is etched into the minds of others and the...

It was the day after Labor Day in 1954, where I found myself sitting in a first-grade classroom....

It was an amazing thing to be accepted into the 2018 OPA National Exhibition in Steamboat Springs, CO....

OPA will be taking Deep Dives into our archives and sharing our favorite posts from years past. Please enjoy this Deep Dive by Adam...

There are several ways to create more depth and a feeling of 3-D space in your paintings. Some...

One thing is certain; the more I teach, the more I learn.  There are so many technical lessons:...

OPA Says Goodbye to Master Signature Artist Nancy S. CrookstonNovember 23, 1948 – November 17, 2023 It is...

Every artist’s journey is different. There is no one magic formula or specific path to a successful art...