Author: Jake

A lot of art teachers have learnt to dread the idea of “style” in art. At Digital Canvas, we put a lot of emphasis on fundamentals in art; learning the rules before you can break them.This is true for light studies, backgrounds and most of all, people. It is hard enough to see people as they are at the best of times, let alone drawing them as they are. A lot of…

Still life might sound traditional, even a little old-fashioned—but in our iPad art sessions, it becomes something vivid, playful, and surprisingly engaging for young artists. In a recent session, we worked from a bright red gluggle jug shaped like a fish. It wasn’t just an object—it had personality. The bold colour, glossy surface, and unusual form created a perfect subject for exploration. With carefully placed lighting, the jug cast rich shadows and…