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Creating The Perfect Masterpiece, In 3 Easy Steps
The first step toward creating the perfect masterpiece is to create a stunning draft. The second step is to have your friends critique your draft. The third, and final, step is to edit and enhance your masterpiece. But what if you are not yet an artist? How can you ever hope to create a masterpiece […]
Abstract Is Not Always Better Than Representational Art
Art is a powerful way to express feelings, ideas, and thoughts. It can be abstract or representational. Abstract art uses simple forms to help convey these things. Representational art uses real objects, such as humans and animals, to convey these things. Each type of art has its own advantages and disadvantages. Tina Parry writes articles […]
Alphabet of Shorthand
If you’d like to learn shorthand, or just see what it’s about, I recommend Alphabet of Shorthand . There are other places to learn shorthand online, but this one is my favorite. Other sites may give you a better overview of the whole system and discuss pros and cons. This site focuses on how it […]
How to Make a Lasting Impression on an Art Buyer
Many artists and collectors are still unfamiliar with social media and the importance of having an online presence. At Paddle8, we have seen more than our fair share of unprofessional representations of emerging as well as established artists. Trying to stand out in today’s saturated art world can be a uphill battle, but there are […]
Art Pieces for Beginners
If you are a beginner and you want to start collecting art, where should you start? The answer depends on what style of art you like. There are different types of art. Some of the most popular types of art are: abstract, figurative, modern, pop art, and impressionist. Abstract art is not literal. Figurative art […]
How To Design a Moon Shadow Scene
There is no right way to design a moon shadow scene, but there are a few wrong ways. It’s important to have an idea of what you want to create before you jump into the process. Here are some guidelines for how to design your own original scene: 1. Choose between realism and fantasy. If […]
The Importance of Critique in a Studio Art Class
This is a blog post that goes over the importance of critique and how to improve your work in the classroom. In a studio art class, critiques are more structured than just giving your opinion. Learn what critique is and why you should be participating. Blog Post by: http://www.artpolicymagazine.com/blog/studio-art/the-importance-of-critique-in-a-studio-art-class// There is a quote often attributed […]
Why Framed Art is Still Very Much Alive? Here’s Why
Framed art is still very much alive. There are a number of reasons for this. First, framed art has been around a long time and it’s part of our culture and our history. It doesn’t look as dated as some other forms of decorating. Framed art has an element of class that you don’t get […]
Simple Ways To Do Product Photography At Home
One of the biggest challenges facing product photographers is the lack of space and equipment to work with. Most of us don’t have a fancy studio with all the necessary props for taking great product photos. But that’s not an excuse to not take product photos. How would you like to make professional quality product […]
Tips for A Successful Diy Acrylic Wall Art Painting Project
DIY Acrylic Wall Art Painting Project: Tips for a Successful Do-It-Yourself Acrylic Wall Art Painting Project. If you want to learn the basics of how to paint wall art with acrylics, this is the place to go. The tips in this blog will make it easy to do your own wall art painting project. If […]
Color in Zoo Art
Color in Zoo Art is a blog about the use of colors and how it relates to art. We discuss the different uses of colors in art, including the use of color palettes and color theory. The blog also includes posts that are not specifically related to art, but are relevant to the topic. Tone:Educational […]
procreateWorkshops
We offer workshops at various locations for drawing and painting. We are located at Yorkville and Eglinton, and we also offer classes at our store in the Woodbine Mall. We also stock a large selection of books on art and design. If you’d like to book a workshop or just ask us any questions, please […]