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Learning Guitar 101
Guitar 101 is a blog that provides the basics of playing a guitar. It was created by an internet user who goes by the name of Guitar Ted in order to help beginners find what they need to know about this instrument. To make it easier for everyone, the creator has divided the blog into […]
glitch art
Glitch art is a digital editing technique. What is it and how can you do it? Glitch art has been around for a long time, however, the term only became used in association with the art movement in the past few years. Glitch art is a genre of computer-based artwork created from error messages, failed […]
5 Helpful Tips To Designing Your Dining Room Wall with Paint
Dining room walls are the perfect place to display your personality, while also giving your guests a hint at what you’re most passionate about. Whether you prefer bold colors or a more subtle palette, there are several tips to keep in mind when designing your dining room wall with paint: 1. Use complementary colors 2. […]
Photographing Still Life Art
Still life art is a difficult subject to photograph. The light levels are usually low, the lighting conditions usually harsh, and the subject is often small and delicate. Getting a high-quality photo of your still life art is easier if you use a tripod and a remote shutter release. This eliminates camera shake, blurring the […]
A Look Inside the 2016 Milwaukee Art Museum
Art isn’t what some people seem to think it is. The art world is in fact a business, and an art museum is a business with a very narrow product line, consisting of one item: art. The Milwaukee Art Museum is unusual among museums not because it’s run as a business—most museums are—but because it’s […]
Make a 3D Paper Mache Art Piece
Paper mache is a craft that has been used for thousands of years. It involves making a form out of paper and then coating it with layers of wet paper mache paste. The paste dries to harden and strengthen the item you have made. Paper Mache Art is an ancient art form that dates back […]
How To Save On Artwork Costs And Find The Right Piece For You
There are many reasons to buy artwork. It can make a room look great, and it can be an excellent investment, but getting the right piece of art at an affordable price is a bit of a challenge. Thankfully these days there are many resources online that can help you find the best art for […]
We Sketch, We Paint, We Engineer
Shortcut to the latest posts, category index and search. Urban Art is a team of creative professionals of many disciplines who love to share our knowledge and experiences with our community. We are designers, painters, engineers, technicians, teachers and many more curious and skilled people all focused on the same goal: creating art, by any […]
10 different techniques of rock art (and how to do it)
I looked at 10 different techniques of rock art, and i’m making a blog which will be informative as well as fun to read. 1. Cave Painting 2. Sand Art 3. Flashlight Writing 4. Rock Carving 5. Lava Sculpture 6. Water Color Rocks 7. Chalkboard Paint 8. Sharpie Marker Rocks 9. Acrylic Paints 10. Natural […]
How I Create Optical Illusion Art
This is a behind the scenes look at how optical illusions are created along with a list of resources on how to create your own optical illusions. I have been working as an artist for over 10 years and I have always been intrigued by the concept of optical illusions. I started creating them in […]
Celtic Art Defined
“Celtic art” is a term that historians use to describe the various styles of art produced by the Celts. The Celtic culture was originally established in the central and western parts of Europe during the Iron Age, from about the 7th century BC until the conquest of Gaul by Julius Caesar in 58-50 BC. The […]
NYC Art Public Art in the City that Never Sleeps
I know you are all aware of the problems that plague New York City. However, I am sure that none of us are aware of just how much art is in New York City. Public Art in NYC is an amazing website that brings to light some of the most surprising pieces of public art […]