FEATURES
Ones to Watch
Meet 10 of today's brightest watermedia stars and discover the breakthrough moments that pushed their work into the spotlight.
By Patricia Craft Watson

On a Grand Scale
British artist Alexander Creswell paints BIG! Here he shares his secrets for tackling large subjects on large paper.
By Sandra Carpenter

The Best Advice I Ever Got
Sixteen artists reveal the advice that changed their paintings and their lives, and can change yours, too.
Compiled by Kelly Kane

An Intimate Connection
From chefs at work to musicians at play, Nina Maguire captures moments in acrylic that tell the story of her life in New York City and invite viewers in for a closer look.
By Loraine Crouch

SPECIAL REPORT: Artists' Holiday Gift Guide
Take the stress out of holiday shopping with our ultimate guide to the best gifts for artists. And find a little something special for yourself while you're at it!
Compiled by Katherine Mesch

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Making a Splash
Find out how airport art is taking off, get art news from around the world and learn about exhibitions in your area. Plus, we remember artists who passed away this year.
Edited by Katherine Mesch

Creative Challenge #17
Follow Robert S. Oliver's lead by working in a square format and exploring the possibilities of shape, form and design.
By Betsy Dillard Stroud

Watercolor Essentials
Discover four ways to define your focal point.
By Mark E. Mehaffey

Watercolor Q&A
Learn how to simplify values, what to do when your gallery closes and how to market your animal paintings.
By Birgit O'Connor

Practical Creativity
Break out of your comfort zone with 12 creative jump-starts for the new year.
By Cathy Johnson

Meet the Masters
Get to know William Henry Hunt, who pioneered techniques in watercolor by using stippling and Chinese white.
By Walter Garver