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What is non representational art?
Non representational art is the most misunderstood of all forms of art. The average person thinks of it as a category that includes a few artists who are considered obscure and bizarre, and nothing more. This reputation is not deserved. Non representational art is a style that has achieved great success in many cultures throughout […]
How to Pick the Best Paint Colors for Your Home
So, what do you think are the best paint colors for a home? We ranked all of the paint colors from the top 100 most popular Benjamin Moore shades, and we identified the 20 that were most popular among them. 1. Apple Barrel (795) 2. Poise (759) 3. Picket Fence (757) 4. White Dove (638) […]
Abstract Art Has a Secret Power
The appeal of abstract art is easy to understand. It doesn’t represent anything, so it can’t remind us of anything else, and therefore we can look at it without distraction. Abstract art aims not to help us think about something specific, but to give us a direct experience of the world. It’s tempting to dismiss […]
A 5-Step Guide to Choosing the Right Artist, the Right Art and the Right Style
A 5-Step Guide to Choosing the Right Artist, the Right Art and the Right Style: a blog about picking out your artist and finding the right art pieces. If you are looking for an artist, or are just starting to collect art, it can be difficult to know where to begin. With so many choices […]
X Marks the Spot
X Marks the Spot is a blog on contemporary art, created by a group of art professionals in the New York area. We’ll be covering news, events and happenings in the art world, and posting about our own experiences with everything from gallery openings to jury duty. What makes us qualified? Well, we’re not exactly […]
Classic Lichtenstein Early Works in NYC
Lichtenstein’s career spanned the post-war period, a time of great social and cultural change. Lichtenstein himself matured professionally and personally during this time, as he moved from his native New York to become an established artist in California. The blog will help document the early years of Lichtenstein’s artistic career, as well as provide information […]
folk art painting
Folk art painting is a blog focusing on the inspiring work of folk artists, who create paintings that are magical and mysterious. Folk art painting explores artwork from many different cultures and time periods, including African, Native American, Greek, Celtic, Persian, and Chinese. Folk art painting also features artwork from more contemporary artists as well. […]
Is Your Art Dead? These Tips Can Help Put Your Art On Its Feet Again
Art is nothing if not a passion. It’s something you are willing to spend your life pursuing. As a result, when you get discouraged, you throw in the towel and quit. That’s why the following tips can help put your art on its feet again. >1. Evaluate Your Progress When you look at your artwork […]
Wood Art in Wood
Wood art can be created in many ways. At the base of all these techniques is the simple use of a saw to cut out pieces. After this, the wood can be stained, painted, or left its natural color. One method is to use a chisel and hammer to carve out the piece you want. […]
The History of Emoji Art
Emoji art is in demand by both customers and businesses. People are looking for emoji to use in their emails, on their websites, and even on t-shirts. Businesses want them to help with advertising and marketing. Here you can find out the history of emoji art and how it became so popular today. The history […]
So You Think Chinese Art is Ugly? Here’s Why Traditional Chinese Art is Beautiful
It is really extremely difficult to be truly objective about art. It is even more challenging to be objective about ancient and foreign art. So You Think Chinese Art is Ugly? Here’s Why Traditional Chinese Art is Beautiful tries to change that. This blog attempts to explain the beauty in traditional Chinese art by breaking […]
Office Wall Art – A Conversation Piece
There are many ways to decorate your office but one of the most important is by choosing the right office wall art. It can be used as a point of interest within a room and can also be used as a conversation piece. This is a great way to boost the mood in an important […]