Category Archives: General

What is in a Paint Tube Label?

Posted on June 25, 2014 by noapsociety

There is a lot to learn by just looking at the label of a paint tube. Of course, the manufacturer’s name can usually be seen right away. Their address, phone number, and/or website is usually listed in smaller print. Whether … Continue reading →

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ARE JURIED ART COMPETITIONS NEW?

Posted on April 4, 2014 by noapsociety

“The most important element in an art work is if it will move you, touch your feelings, catch your eyes, or cause to reach that point, color, composition, stroke, understanding of your subject structure. Every elements counts! It doesn’t matter … Continue reading →

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SPRING HAS ARRIVED!

Posted on March 20, 2014 by noapsociety

SPRING HAS ARRIVED!.

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Secrets to Gorgeous Landscapes Revealed!

Posted on March 1, 2014 by noapsociety

Spring is almost here and with Spring comes the opportunity for colorful landscapes full of beauty and life; however, how to translate this Spring beauty into the canvas is the pursuit of many artists. NOAPS Signature Artist, Barbara Nuss, winner … Continue reading →

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What White would you use in 2014? … Getting the White Right!

Posted on December 31, 2013 by noapsociety

Getting the White Right by Robert Gamblin The most important color choice we make is the white we bring to our work. The white we choose determines to a great degree what our experience of painting will be: how our … Continue reading →

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RED for the Holidays!

Posted on December 20, 2013 by noapsociety

Painting the Town Napthol Red   Being a painter means working with pigments. How much do you know about them? This article was provided to NOAPS by one of our sponsors: Gamblin Artist’s Oil Colors. We thank them for their … Continue reading →

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Artists Should Follow Their Souls

Posted on December 5, 2013 by noapsociety

Every production of an artist should be the expression of an adventure of his/her soul.                                                                             W. Somerset Maugham Artists should allow their souls to lead them in the creation of their art. Having said that, there is no doubt … Continue reading →

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Dale Macafee, Contemporary Realism Painter, shares his art and a few thoughts

Posted on November 14, 2013 by noapsociety

Dale Macafee is a new NOAPS Signature Member and we asked him to share his beautiful art and a few thoughts with us. Here they are! Enjoy these excellent acrylic art works! About technique and subject: I paint landscapes and … Continue reading →

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The 23rd BEST OF AMERICA Exhibit 2013

Posted on September 29, 2013 by noapsociety

View the 23rd BEST of AMERICA Exhibit 2013 To view bigger and detailed images, please visit our NOAPS website-Current Exhibitions THE AWARD RECIPIENTS Best of Show – Noaps Founders Award $3,500 – Ukulele Day Dream by Bob Rey Janet Ross … Continue reading →

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The Fun Creativity of the Artistic Spirit

Posted on September 17, 2013 by noapsociety

When it comes to creativity, artists manage to keep that fun imaginative spirit of childhood where nothing is impossible in the young mind. Artists are able to perceive a reality that frequently intersects with dreams dancing playfully together to an … Continue reading →

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