A confident line can say more than a hundred careful ones. This guide explores how line weight—thick versus thin—can transform a simple sketch into a dimensional, intentional drawing. With insights from masters like Dürer, Hirschfeld, and Condo, you'll learn how to use pressure, structure, and restraint to lead the viewer’s eye and bring your drawings to life.

Art is not a repair kit. It doesn’t stop bombs or hold back floodwaters. What it does is to remember. To reshape. Art can show us the things worth carrying forward. I’ve seen firsthand how the act of making—even in the ruins—can recover meaning, reframe trauma, and push the sacred through a storm. Art resists. It survives. And it helps us do the same.

When I was asked to create a showstopper for my first solo museum exhibition during Black History Month, I turned to Dr. King. What followed was a race against time, an unfinished painting, and a lesson I didn’t expect.

Starting your first art collection doesn't have to be overwhelming. Learn how to trust your instincts, set a budget, and start building a meaningful collection filled with beauty and personal significance. Discover the simple joy of collecting artwork that speaks to you.

What does it mean to live with art—not just own it, but truly live alongside it? This essay reflects on the difference between originals and reproductions, the aura of the handmade, and how art—whether singular or replicated—shapes the spaces we inhabit and the lives we lead.

A long process of painting inspired by my summer in Minneapolis is nearly complete. What began as a sketch during my time at the Guthrie Theatre has evolved into a vivid reflection of that era. Stay tuned for the reveal!

Rubik’s Cube series transforms the iconic puzzle into a bold exploration of order and chaos. These limited edition reproductions, crafted with precision are versatile and collectible.

It is more than a lofty sentiment—it is the principle that drives my work and underpins the mission of Sharp Art Studio. Without art, humanity would lose much of its vibrancy, depth, and complexity. While survival might still be possible, the richness of human experience—our ability to dream, imagine, and connect on profound levels—would be severely diminished.

"Triptych” is three 15 inch by 15 inch canvases expressed with vibrant, dynamic, color, texture, and form. Each panel tells its own story while contributing to the symbolic narrative of the series.

See my small representational abstract painting at the Red Room Gallery in Laguna Beach, CA as part of 'Synthesia,' an 11-minute immersive experience where everything you see, smell, taste, touch, and hear is red!

24” x 36” reproductions meticulously capture the essence of my original oil painting ‘Easter Mosaic’. As limited edition collectibles they are excellent additions to any portfolio.

The Northeast Louisiana Delta African-American Heritage Museum is dedicated to the research, acquisition, and presentation of visual art forms relating to the life and culture of African Americans past and present.

Inexplicable occurrences sometimes remain a mystery that defies explanation. This event has made me question the boundaries between what's known and the mysterious. Whether you're a skeptic or not, this story will pique your curiosity and leave you, like me, with more questions than answers.

At Vulture Fest, Stone and Saltz talked art practice and what music she listens to while working. Stone says a lot of the work of painting is about getting out of her own way. ‘There’s an angel that flies through you. Just get out of the way.’ - vulture.com

Discover effective techniques for cleaning and maintaining your oil paint brushes. Learn how to optimize their lifespan and ensure optimal performance in your artwork. Follow this comprehensive guide for expert brush care.

“LED shop lights are inexpensive, flexible, and perfect for video production, green screen lighting, or general illumination in my studio. They save money on installation cost and time, put out a lot of light, and use very little power which helps keep my studio cool and my electric bill low. Hardwire them to a switch for healthier lighting that can be stylish and easily reconfigured on demand.” – Sharp Art Studio

I really don't know what I was expecting but when I walked in the door the first thing that I saw made me gasp audibly. There at the entrance was a massive canvas displayed on a single wall by itself. It's huge. And it's colorful. And it's really impressive. And it sets the tone for everything that was to follow.

Seeing my pieces find new homes with collectors who deeply appreciate their beauty and meaning is incredibly rewarding. The emotional connections are what it’s all about.

Sharp Art Studio contributes to Redfin blog with #10 of “22 Unique Ways to Bring Texture into Your Apartment”.