A true expression of meaning and feeling represents the holy grail of achievement to most artists, songwriters included. Where the painter uses paint and brushes as tools of expression, the songwriter employs chords, melodies, rhythms and words.

Underpainting helps the artist develop forms on the canvas, but more importantly, it helps develop tone. Tone, also known as value, is a tremendously important part of any painting.

When trying to gain weight and build muscle it can often be hard to understand what you should and shouldn’t eat. Gaining weight is largely a product of eating more calories than your body needs - but this is easier said than done.