3 tips to creating the perfect painting background

Oftentimes, it's easy to choose WHAT you want to paint, but deciding what colors look good with it isn't quite as simple! You know you want to paint the pretty sunflowers in your garden, your family pet, or a sailboat you snapped a photo of on vacation. But when it's time to paint the background of your masterpiece, choosing just the right color feels more like a shot in the dark.

Unfortunately, choosing the wrong background color can actually make an otherwise pretty painting feel lifeless and flat. The last thing we want is for you to work hard creating a masterpiece, only to find yourself disappointed and frustrated in the end.

​That's why we've created a series of three short videos that will teach you how to confidently choose the perfect background for your painting every single time. No matter your subject matter, you'll know how and why to make just the right decision!

In three short videos, you'll learn...

• Tip #1: What you should determine before you give any thought to your background at all.
• Tip #2: How to create excellent color palettes that are backed by science.
• Tip #3: Why choosing a color isn't enough - and one last thing you should decide before completing your painting.

We believe that art is for EVERYONE, not just those who were born with flawless intuition. You deserve to feel great about your paintings, whether you're a canvas painting beginner or you've been doing this for years!

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