In Chapter 1 of Leonardo's "Treatise on Painting," he makes this statement. "The young student should, in the first place, acquire a knowledge of perspective, to enable him to give to every object its proper dimensions..." In the footnote, the translator states that many readers misunderstood Leonardo's … Continue Reading
Learn To Paint, Change Your Life!
Is it possible to cut through the noise and learn to paint?
We are glad you are here! We believe that it is totally possible to cut through the noise. Many of our artist friends have done just … Continue Reading
3 “Sins” of beginning painters
Too Much Magic White™ Tom says Sin #1 is, "Applying too much Magic White™. It should be very thin." Bill warns us at the beginning of … Continue Reading
Alexander Art Membership
“A teacher is crazy if they do it.”
We get this question a lot from beginners. Well, I guess it’s more of a statement. How do I start? I’m terrified of making a mistake! The canvas is intimidating, no doubt. We all want to do the best job we can. Even in a workshop, though, -- with lots of folks around -- especially in a workshop -- you can … Continue Reading
The Bill Alexander Story
The Bill Alexander Story – Building an Art Colony
"This land is so wonderful, and there is so much land on which to be free. Mother Nature has given us so much, and she gives us the feeling that this world is for us. 'Look what I have here for you,' she says again and again." -- Bill Alexander Bill's art was not only inspired by the Old Masters, like Rembrandt, there were also modern artists that he admired. He liked Norman Rockwell, but … [Read More...]