Don't just use black out of tube, mix it up! It's called chromatic black and it has so much more life to it. 

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This dog looks like the water was a terrible idea and somehow also his own idea. Very relatable. #art #artsky #mercurialmuse #bskyart #Painting

I love symbolic portraiture because it feels like building a person from clues. A face, a pose, a crow, a pattern, a bit of gold. Small choices can quietly shape the whole feeling of a painting. #art #artsky #mercurialmuse #bskyart #arttips

Tiny blue bird, pink blossoms, and absolutely no interest in being subtle. Honestly, fair. #art #artsky #mercurialmuse #bskyart #painting