Art Articles, Guides & Resources
Whether you're choosing your first painting, looking for ideas to display artwork, or simply interested in painting and art history, you'll find practical articles and reflections from Canadian artist Jeff Dillon.
The First New Blue in 200 Years & The Rarest Blue in My Studio
How a lab accident became a once-in-a-century (or two) pigment and what it means for my paintings. In 2009, chemists at Oregon State University accidentally discovered a new blue pigment, the first...
If They Were the Group of Seven… Why Are There Twelve
A closer look at the artists who shaped Canadian landscape painting and why the Group of Seven had more than seven. The Group of Seven is one of the most recognized names in Canadian art history, b...
Beyond the Frame: How the Group of Seven, Tom Thomson, and Emily Carr Changed Canadian Art
A look at the artists who challenged tradition, painted the Canadian landscape with new intensity, and helped shape a distinctly Canadian visual identity.
The Theft That Made The Mona Lisa Famous
Explore how the 1911 theft of Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa from the Louvre transformed a quiet Renaissance portrait into the most famous painting in the world, turning mystery, media attention, pu...
Does an Artist’s Name Matter When Buying Art?
An artist's name can affect how people see and value a piece of art, but it should not be the only reason someone brings a painting into their home. The name matters, but the connection to the work...
Art Books That Shaped How I Paint
A personal list of books I return to for insight and lasting inspiration. Some books change the way you see. Not just the way you paint, but the way you look at the world, at light, at colour, at t...