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by Mark J RatcliffeThe Art of ColorIf you look online, there are so many different variations on a definition of “What is Color?” Color and light go hand in hand because it’s actually light reflected by an object that creates color. Have you seen some of the...

by Mark J RatcliffeNature - the perfect way to get inspired and heal from a creative block? Isn’t Nature amazing? Who doesn’t like getting outside in nature and just immersing yourself into it. But how often do we do it and is it actually good for us? Whether it is...

by Mark J RatcliffeCreating the right environment for you Let’s face it. We know that we are ALL uniquely different as human beings (and as artists), so our creative spaces and the environment we paint in will not be the same as everyone else. But our end goal of...

by Mark J RatcliffePositivity `This month I wanted to discuss and talk about Positivity. Why, I hear you ask? I am a believer in putting positive thoughts out into the Universe and I think positivity is great for the mind, body and soul. I think Positivity is also a...

by Mark J RatcliffeResilienceHappy New Year! I hope 2024 is a great year for you and wish you so much success with your creativity. As this is a new year, and my second blog on Smart Art Courses, I really wanted to really focus on something that I think is essential...

by Mark J RatcliffeCelebrating our Differences CreativelyWelcome to my monthly Blog! It is a privilege to write a regular piece for Smart Art Courses and I hope you enjoy what you read. I am sure some pieces will be relatable; some will be thought provoking and some...