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Free Art Resources

Empowering Artists to Inspire and Impact the World Through Art

These FREE Mini-Courses Will Elevate Your Art

This engaging 10-minute video will inspire you to paint with versatility. Learn how to manipulate paint with precision and creativity, using a range of different mediums.

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50 Ways To Lay Down Paint
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7 Steps to Achieving a Career in Art

Podcasts to Inspire You

The channel every artist should be subscribed to; cutting-edge art information provided by professional artists, for artists of all varieties.

New podcasts for artists every month. Listen to our newest podcast:

Learn New Techniques With Engaging FREE Webinars

Revolutionary techniques are taught in multiple formats of webinars for artists, including EPIC battles, demonstrations, and fun lectures - all recorded for your viewing pleasure. Missed the LIVE event? Check out all our past webinars for artists:

Iron Brush Challenge
Iron Brush Challenge: The Recipe for a Portrait

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Dimitra Milan Painting
How to Create Sellable Artwork

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Abstract Art Battle
How to Create an Abstract: Art Battle

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Deepen Your Understanding of Art With Inspiring FREE Ebooks

Read about today’s Art Renaissance, how anyone can go to art school, and why YOU are important in the art world.

Elli Milan Book, the curse of the starving artist
Why the Era of the Starving Artist is Over

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how to fund your art education
How to Fund Your Art Education

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Your purpose as an artist
How to Discover Your Purpose as An Artist

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Online Art Classes & Programs

Unlock your artistic potential with our Online Art Classes & Programs! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, our expert-led courses provide the skills, techniques, and inspiration to elevate your art from anywhere in the world. Join today and start creating masterpieces!

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Follow Us on Social Media

Get inspired by professional artists through regular posts on our school's social media accounts. We share valuable resources, including painting books and business articles for artists. Stay connected with a community of world-changing artists and fuel your creative journey.

Your Guide to Artistic Growth & Industry Success

Our art blog at Milan Art Institute is a valuable resource for artists at every stage of their journey. Whether you're a beginner looking for inspiration or a seasoned professional seeking new techniques, our blog offers expert insights, tips, and tutorials designed to help you grow. Featuring articles on a wide range of topics—from mastering painting techniques to navigating the art industry—our blog is a hub for creative development. Dive into the knowledge shared by experienced artists and stay inspired to push your artistic boundaries.

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How to Build a Business as a Live Wedding Painter

Live wedding painting has become one of the most sought-after luxury art experiences in the wedding industry. Couples are no ...
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Oil Pastels vs Chalk Pastels

At Milan Art Institute, we encourage artists to explore materials not just for what they produce, but for how they shape the ...
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Is It Too Late to Become a Professional Artist?

One of the most persistent—and quietly discouraging—beliefs in the art world is the idea that if you didn’t pursue art early, ...
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Is Oil Paint Really Toxic? What Artists Need to Know

One of the most common concerns we hear from artists who are new to oil painting is fear around toxicity. Somewhere along the ...
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Finding Artistic Inspiration from Nature, Travel, and Everyday Life

Taking Inspiration from Nature, Travel, and Everyday Life as an Artist As an artist, inspiration is not something you wait for. ...
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Why Creating Together Changes Everything

Inspiration is not something you have to wait for in isolation. It grows through connection, conversation, and shared ...
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How to Design Your Artistic Process from Your Creative DNA

Every artist has a one-of-a-kind creative fingerprint, a blueprint that shapes the way you see, feel, and express the world ...
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How to Apply for Artist Residencies

Artist residencies have become one of the most powerful ways for artists to grow, connect, and refine their creative voice. ...
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Creating Sources for Your Painting

Develop a personal system There is no single correct way to create sources. Some artists work meticulously, others intuitively. ...
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Never Alone

Connect and Learn Together!

In The Mastery Program, you'll gain access to exclusive group coaching sessions and connect with fellow artists worldwide through our social learning platform, Milan Art (formerly Art Social). This exclusive space fosters collaboration, allowing you to share insights, exchange feedback, and support one another throughout your artistic journey.

While the platform is designed for Milan Art students, joining the Prep Course grants you three months of access. Here, you’ll unlock exclusive Prep Course content and have the opportunity to connect with artists near you and across the globe, building meaningful professional relationships.

Join the Prep Course today and become part of a thriving community dedicated to artistic growth, inspiration, and collaboration!

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