The classic technique of oil painting, which has been admired and used for hundreds of years to generate timeless pieces of art, might initially seem overwhelming to novices. However, the allure of ...

When Pam Chess was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2004, she found comfort in an unlikely source — a paintbrush. Chess, 56, had never painted before and had no intention of starting until her mother ...

Creative ways to beat cabin fever may include dabbling in the arts — and crafts. Local galleries and park districts offer a variety of workshops, events and classes, from novice to professional level, ...