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10 Tips for Penmanship Perfection
Penmanship is a lost art, but also a forgotten one. The handwriting of every generation is inferior to the one before it, as cursive slowly gives way to the drier, more efficient printing style. But there are still many who would argue that beautiful handwriting is an important skill to have, even if it’s not […]
Painting With Light In The Shadows, A Glowing Effect
The photographer was not trying to create an effect, but he did. I’m seeing it and others don’t. Is it because I know what it is, or because he is good at painting light? I think both are true. It is a result of the subject matter, and the way the painter used light to […]
Become the Best Expressionist Artist in the Industry
Nowadays, with the concept of art becoming more and more blurred, it is hard to define what is considered as good art. Well, the answer is simple. Art is classified under different genres like figurative art or abstract art. Trying to identify which one do you prefer is not as easy as it may seem. […]
Art is more than colors and shapes. Here are the basic elements of art and how to utilize them in your brand
Art is more than colors and shapes. It is the arrangement of those elements into a pleasing or interesting whole. A good designer understands this and knows how to use art’s basic elements to create a cohesive design. Art is made up of five basic elements: line, shape, color, texture, and space. Each can be […]
We will assist you in your art collection and acquisitions. From information on artists and techniques to proven strategies for getting the best value.
Art is an investment that has appreciated over time. We are here to help you with your collection and acquisitions. From information on artists and techniques to proven strategies for getting the best value. We at Art-collecting love art as much as you do. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. […]
How To Get The Right Photo For Your Design Project
If you have a very distinct vision in your mind, it is better to use that as the basis of your design. You want to start with a picture that you will be able to manipulate to achieve your end goal. If you are not sure how you want something to look, you should use […]
10 Best Places to See Art in New York City
There are many places for art in New York City. If you want to see the best of it, check this out. New York is a city full of visual art — from paintings on the street to sculptures in Central Park and beyond. If you’re looking for the best places to see art in […]
6 Wall Art Ideas To Make Your Room Look Expensive But Really Isn’t
When you are decorating your house, you may be tempted to spend a lot of money on art that looks expensive but is actually inexpensive. Often it can be more of a challenge to find art that looks expensive than to find art that actually is expensive. Here are some tips on how to decorate […]
Don’t Paint Yourself Into a Corner
Let’s see, what should I paint today? I feel like getting out of the office. Maybe a nice sunny day. Not too cold. Hmm, that’s not quite right. Too warm for snow. Oh wait, I know! The moon! It’s almost full this week…gosh, it’s been so long since I’ve done the moon. You see how […]
How to Draw a Stick Figure
How to Draw a Stick Figure Stick figures can be very useful in depicting action and movement, for example during an animated movie. Most of us know how to draw a stick figure but we often forget the details, so here is a short tutorial on how to draw a stick figure correctly. How to […]
How to Draw sketches professionally
How to Draw sketches professionally: a blog about how to draw and tips on drawing. I’ve had a passion for drawing since my childhood. I draw as an expression of myself. In this blog, I share with you my thoughts and ideas about art and creativity in general, as well as art related topics, such […]
How to Become a Pop Art Painter
So if you are not a pop art painter, how do you become one? The answer is that it’s difficult. But if you know what it takes, and if you have the right personality, then it could happen. What makes a person want to paint like Andy Warhol? Good question. First you have to have […]