To our OPA community, we sadly announce the passing of one of the all-time greats, Master Signature artist...

My first career was as an art director for advertising agencies in New York City in the mid-1980s....

Classical, impressionist, and hyperrealist works are all now considered “traditional” painting. I am a member of this field...

“Do a large piece of smokestacks, Chris!” said David Passalacqua, one of my favorite teachers during my senior...

I began to paint in 1994 at the age of 41.  There was no preparation or instruction prior...

A sketch has charm because of its truth – not because it is unfinished. — Charles Hawthorne A...

About five years ago, I wrote this blog for OPA. I’ve been asked to share it again, along...

This week OPA shares the story of mother and daughter, professional artist duo Dot Courson and Susan Patton....

Did you know that OPA has been sharing artists’ blog posts for over ten years?  We have an extensive...

You’ve spent your life hoping to learn the “secret” to becoming a better artist – while being told...