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Abstract art Guides
If You’ve Got It, flaunt it
If you’re a visual artist, you are always essentially communicating with yourself. You’re expressing something about yourself to yourself as much as to an audience. In effect, your artwork is one giant self-portrait, telling the world something about who you are and what matters to you. Telling the same story again and again — or […]
Is It Legal To Sell Digital Copies of Art?
This post is about whether you can legally sell digital copies of original art, and if so, the best way to do it. A few days ago I posted a tweet on Twitter about selling digital copies of original art. The response was huge! It led to many interesting discussions with artists, collectors, galleries, and […]
Pinterest Feed
Pinterest Feed is a blog that reflects on the latest trends in home decor. As more people are starting to use Pinterest, more and more people are looking for ideas to decorate their own homes. This blog contains pictures of various items that can be used to decorate your home, such as cool wall art. […]
A History of Silhouette Art
Silhouette art is a form of paper cutting that was popular in the Victorian era. Silhouette portraits and scenes were used to decorate a variety of household items including: postcards, wall paper, gift wrap, fabrics and lamp shades. Silhouette art was also used to create picture frames, shadow boxes and even to make clothing. Silhouettes […]
When Will You Be Able To Visit and Walk The Zoo Again? A blog about tourist attractions and how to check and see if you can visit them.
Art of the Zoo is a blog about various tourist attractions and how to check if you can visit these places. Many people are curious about the status of the zoo and want to know when will it be open for public visits again. This blog tells you that and more. You can also find […]
5 Things You Should Do If You’re Thinking of Building or Remodeling a Home
The first thing you should do if you are thinking of building or remodeling a home is talk to your contractor. They will be able to advise you on the best ways to approach getting the project done. The second thing you should do is talk to your contractor about a remodeling design plan. They […]
Spring Time’s New Colors
A new spring is coming, and this time of year has always been the perfect time for people to get their homes in order. Whether you’re preparing for a baby shower, a dinner party, or just a little spring cleaning, you can find your inspiration right here. Trying to decorate your home for spring with […]
The SFMOMA is the largest museum in North America dedicated to modern and contemporary art.
The SFMOMA is the largest museum in North America dedicated to modern and contemporary art. The museum has a permanent collection of more than 21,000 works spanning the history of the medium from 1850 to the present. The collection encompasses both internationally renowned artists and emerging new talent, as well as a selection of historical […]
Sensation, Grace, and Frida Kahlo
Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) is among the most notable artists of the 20th century. She is also one of the most popular, appearing on everything from posters to coffee mugs. Her paintings often sell for millions of dollars and have been the subject of numerous books, movies and plays. Few if any artists have had such […]
Sphinx Research
Sphinx Research: A blog about a recent discovery of ancient Egyptian Art. A team of researchers from the University of Cairo are currently studying a vast cemetery, known as the Necropolis, which contains many statues and tombs. This project is being led by Dr. Zahi Hawass and is expected to take fifteen years to complete, […]
What Kind of Artist Are You? An article that breaks down the different kinds of artists with links to high-level blogs.
Art is a big word. The first time I heard it, I was in a fourth grade classroom, making a painting that consisted of purple and green squiggles on a white canvas. You could look at my work and see that it was art. But what kind of art? It seemed to me like the […]
How to Choose the Right Paint Color for Your Bedroom
Picking a color scheme for your bedroom can be challenging. That’s because bedrooms are such personal spaces, and because bedrooms are so often used for sleeping, which means you have to be careful about the colors you choose. Problem is, picking paint colors for your bedroom can be a bit tricky. Here are some tips […]