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Explore Michael Magrin’s Blog, a space that welcomes artists of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, you'll find practical advice and insights on oil painting and artistry. From technique development and material selection to personal branding and career tips, this blog is designed to support your artistic growth and understanding of the art industry.

Oil Painting of mountains and sky in a wooden square floating frame.
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Another Incredible Year at Young Guns – Coors Western Art Show 2024
Another Incredible Year at Young Guns – Coors Western Art Show 2024
The Classic Point of View: Kenyon Cox's Timeless Wisdom for Representational Landscape Painters
The Classic Point of View: Kenyon Cox's Timeless Wisdom for Representational Landscape Painters
Architectural Elements in Landscape Art: Drawing Buildings and Structures with Precision
Architectural Elements in Landscape Art: Drawing Buildings and Structures with Precision
Water in Landscape Art: Mastering the Techniques to Draw Rivers, Lakes, and Streams
Water in Landscape Art: Mastering the Techniques to Draw Rivers, Lakes, and Streams
From Sketch to Mastery: Capturing Tree Masses and Branches in Landscape Drawing
From Sketch to Mastery: Capturing Tree Masses and Branches in Landscape Drawing
The Building Blocks of Nature: Mastering Leaves, Grass, Bushes and Shrubs in Landscape Drawing
The Building Blocks of Nature: Mastering Leaves, Grass, Bushes and Shrubs in Landscape Drawing
Mastering Landscape Drawing: A Complete Guide to Elevating Your Skills
Mastering Landscape Drawing: A Complete Guide to Elevating Your Skills
Mastering Plein Air Painting with a Three-Color Palette: A Strategic Approach
Mastering Plein Air Painting with a Three-Color Palette: A Strategic Approach
3 Steps to Transform Your Plein Air Paintings Today
3 Steps to Transform Your Plein Air Paintings Today
Plein Air At Fox Hill Farms
Plein Air At Fox Hill Farms
Front Range Plein Air
Front Range Plein Air
Daniels Park Plein Air
Daniels Park Plein Air
Pikes Peak View
Pikes Peak View
Plein Air Painting Near Reuter-Hess Reservoir
Plein Air Painting Near Reuter-Hess Reservoir
Hess Road Plein Air Painting
Hess Road Plein Air Painting

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