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How to Buy Art at Auction, 5 Useful Tips
Being in the art world, we get asked all the time how to buy art at auction. What’s the best way? Is it better to buy from a gallery? Online? How do you bid? When do you get a bargain, and when are you being ripped off? The answer is that there is no one […]
Best Selling Images from Next Wall Art
One of the considerations that go into purchasing new art is how it will fit with your current decor. A natural flow of colors, patterns and textures is essential if you want to create a cohesive environment. The infographic below by Next Wall Art shows which pieces are the best sellers. Titled “An infographic outlining […]
Why You Should Hang Art on a Wall
Some of you may know that I am a writer, not an artist. But this is about art, and about walls, so I thought I might have something to say about it. The blog’s title comes from a recent work by the artist Yiannis Tsarouchis. Of course no one thinks of a blank wall as […]
A guide for Stained Glass Art
Stained glass is a medium of Art and design, with a deep connection to architecture, history and religion as well. Stained glass art is unique because it combines the fields of technology (such as soldering, drawing and designing) with the appreciation of art and design. The purpose of my blog is to outline the history […]
Ten Gift Ideas for the Photographer in Your Life
I love photography and I have a special place in my heart for people that enjoy creating pictures. I also enjoy giving them gifts they will use and remember. Here are ten great gift ideas for the aspiring or professional photographer in your life. I have tried to make these gifts both affordable and easily […]
A Look into How Mandalorian Symbols are Used in the Star Wars Universe
Mandalorian Symbols are a type of writing used by the Mandalorians, a warrior culture that originated on the planet Mandalore. These symbols were used as a form of written communication and decoration. It was customary for these symbols to be tattooed on the body of the individual. The symbols were mostly derived from nature, such […]
Here’s What You Need to Know About Silk Art
If you want to learn more about the art of silk painting, please visit our website at http://www.silkart-blog.com. Here you will find lots of interesting information and articles related to this topic. The art of silk painting has been around for a long time, and is still practiced today. Silk paintings are becoming increasingly popular […]
How to Talk to Your Kids About Western Art
How much is your son or daughter learning about art? Art is such a big subject that it’s hard to know where to start. Or maybe you’re a teacher and don’t know how to teach art. That’s why I started How to Talk to Your Kids About Western Art: a blog about getting your kids […]
How to Determine the Value of Your Paintings
The art world is a confusing place. At times it can be very difficult to determine an accurate value of your paintings, drawings and other works of art. This insightful blog from The Art Market Blogger helps you to determine the true value of your masterpiece, and provides tips and suggestions on how to help […]
A Little-Known Health Risk Few People Talk About
It may seem obvious that eating fatty foods is bad for your health. While this idea has been around for some time, there is a little-known health risk few people talk about: High fructose corn syrup. This type of sweetener is often found in popular, processed foods, and it is even added to most non-diet […]
Can Sparkly Jewelry Really Be Art? Interview with a Artist/Gallery Owner
Art is supposed to be a way to express yourself, not make money. But why do most artists have day jobs? What does an artist/gallery owner think about this gap between art and money? I asked her some questions about Sparkly Jewelry, a small online jewelry store she co-owns that sells handmade pieces. How did […]
What Is Tree Art? The 7 Different Styles of Art You Can Find in Trees Around the World
What is tree art? Tree art is any form of art that has been placed upon a tree. It could be anything from a painting on the trunk, to an intricate sculpture crafted out of wood, or even an entire living tree that has been turned into a work of art. The truth is that […]