Blog - Beyond the Easel

Learning To Paint - Embracing the Struggle.
Mar 30, 2017
Written by Dan Mondloch
Filed under Artist's Life, Career, Classes, Inspiration, Process, Teaching

Learning To Paint - Embracing the Struggle.

Whether you are a seasoned veteran or new to painting, there are experiences that we all have in common. One painting can be incredibly fun and gratifying, but the next a complete struggle. In this article I share some of the concepts that have given me clarity and a healthy perspective...

How To Ship Paintings
Jul 22, 2016
Written by Dan Mondloch
Filed under 2016, Build, Career, Plein Air, Process, Shipping

How To Ship Paintings

Detailed article with product links describing how artists safely and affordably ship paintings using glass

How To Make Large Acrylic Paintings: From Raw Materials To Final Clearcoats
Feb 02, 2016
Written by Dan Mondloch
Filed under 2016, Acrylic, Build, Career, Golden, Landscape, Panel, Primer, Process, Undercoating

How To Make Large Acrylic Paintings: From Raw Materials To Final Clearcoats

In-depth tutorial demonstrating one approach to building large panels and how to paint an acrylic picture on them. This includes the entire process with pictures; what materials to purchase, prices, tools to use, step by step construction, AND the painting process including subject matter, design, undercoating, drawing, blocking in, refining, and finishing touches.