Author name: Olly

Olly Farmer M.Sc, B.Sc, PGCE 25 years experience of Watercolor Painting and AI Art; teacher for 13 years; Creator of Art Tools; Art Gallery Contributor of Art Articles to Medium.com, LinkedIn and Facebook

Comparison between cold AI-generated perfection and warm, vibrant naïve art painting
Art Market

The Death of Digital Perfection: Why ‘Naïve Art’ is the Most Bankable Trend of 2026

In 2024, we marveled at how Artificial Intelligence could generate a photorealistic sunset in seconds. By 2025, those images flooded our feeds, becoming background noise. Now, as we step into 2026, a counter-revolution is underway. The era of digital perfection is dying. In its place rises something messy, wobbly, delightfully

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Introduction to Painting

10-Minute Painting Exercises for Busy Beginners: Quick Creative Resets That Fit Your Schedule

Life moves fast. Between work, family, and endless to-do lists, carving out hours for a painting session can feel impossible. But what if you could reconnect with your creativity in just 10 minutes? Quick painting exercises aren’t about finishing masterpieces. They’re about building a sustainable, joyful art habit that fits

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Wellbeing & Mental Health

Painting for Stress Relief: A Beginner’s Guide to Calming Your Mind Through Art

In today’s fast-paced world, finding moments of calm can feel impossible. Between work deadlines, digital notifications, and daily responsibilities, stress accumulates quietly but powerfully. What if the solution wasn’t another app or productivity hack — but a brush, some paint, and five minutes of intentional creativity? Painting for stress relief

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Abstract Painting

Unleash Your Inner Artist: 15 Easy Abstract Painting Ideas for Beginners

Welcome to the exciting world of abstract painting! Many beginners feel intimidated by art, but abstract painting is surprisingly liberating and accessible. It’s about expressing emotions, colors, and shapes without needing to perfectly represent reality. If you’ve ever thought about picking up a brush but didn’t know where to start,

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