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What Exactly is op art? How it’s defined and what the art scenes look like today
Op art is a term that was coined by the art critic Lawrence Alloway in the mid-sixties, to refer to an emerging trend in abstract art. By today’s standards, this kind of work does not seem especially radical. But Alloway chose his label well—as an “op” it is a word whose meaning is its opposite. […]
Dining Room Wall Art Ideas
Dining Room Wall Art Ideas, A blog about dining room wall art and its designs, dine in your dining room or add a touch of elegance to your home with this lovely decor. There are many ways to decorate dining room walls. Some people prefer to use wallpaper while some others like to use canvas […]
What Kind of Artist are You? a blog post with myth busting ideas to help you find your creative style.
What is your hobby? You know, that one thing you do for fun. For example, I like to draw pictures. I doodle. I’m not very good at it, but I love to do it. I’ve heard people say they don’t have a hobby because they’re too busy working all the time. Or they say they […]
The Top 10 Best Country Songs of 2018
We’ve compiled a list of the best country songs for 2018 that are getting radio play and being sung on stages all over the country. We’ve listened to hundreds of new releases from the year, but these are the top 10 new country songs that have made this list as the very best in 2018. […]
What 10 Things Should You Check Before Hiring A Wedding Planner?
Wedding planners can be a very valuable resource, especially for couples who don’t have much experience in the planning process. A wedding planner can help you avoid simple mistakes, while providing professional expertise to ensure that your wedding day goes according to plan. However, before hiring a wedding planner, there are some factors that you […]
The Truth Behind Cute Dog Pictures
Dog art is a lucrative business. According to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association, Americans spent $53.3 billion dollars on their pets in 2012. Increasingly, dog owners are looking for ways to use Photoshop and Lightroom to make their dogs look that way. I am not a dog owner, but I do have a dog. […]
The Story Behind Mona Lisa’s Smile
One of the most famous paintings in the world is Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa. The painting has intrigued art lovers for centuries, largely because of its mystery. Who was this woman? Why did she have such an enigmatic smile? And why does this painting continue to attract so much attention even today, almost 500 […]
What Sets Us Apart
What sets us apart from other charcoal art providers is our high-quality custom work. We’re so proud of our work that we offer a lifetime guarantee on all pieces, notated on each piece of art. If you have a piece of charcoal art lying around that you’re not too fond of, we’d love to come […]
What is Art Deco? A blog about art deco design and its history.
Art Deco is a style of design that flourished between the two World Wars, especially in the 1920s. Originally the name referred to “art décoratif”, a Parisian style and movement in the decorative arts, which was most active from about 1909 through 1925. The style derived its name from the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs […]
Illustrating the Beauty of Nature
A blog about artists inspired by nature and their life stories. We are a small team of writers, artists, photographers, and enthusiasts. We seek to spread awareness of the beauty around us. We believe that there is something beautiful in everything and everyone, and are inspired to share our thoughts and ideas through art, writing, […]
Home Decor Tip Avoid Overdoing The Art Nouveau Look With These 5 Pieces
Art Nouveau is one of the most popular home decorating styles out there. It comes pre-built into many products, such as lamps and cabinets, but it can also be found in wallpaper and fabric. Here are 5 pieces of art nouveau furniture you should avoid if you want to keep the look in your home […]
The Walker’s Open Field Projects
The Walker Art Center is a museum that focuses on art from the nineteen sixties through today. The center has created a blog called Open Field Projects to keep track of all their different large scale art pieces that are being hosted at their facility. The most recent project was created by the German artist […]