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Mastering color in art using the three principles of design
Color is a fascinating topic. People, even artists, rarely have a clue how color works. That’s why so many artists, designers and other creative people who think they “know” color are completely wrong. Treating color like a science, you can use it to draw attention to your goals and win over your audience. You don’t […]
The Physics Behind Some of History’s Biggest Works of Art
Although the physics of art is a subject close to my heart, it has been largely overlooked by the academic community. Fortunately, there are some notable exceptions. An example of such an article is “The Physics of Art” a wonderful paper written by Professor Richard Taylor at the University of Oregon. I thought I could […]
Buying Art? A Guide to the Vintage Marketplace
The trouble with buying vintage art is that it’s not like cars or real estate where there are standardized title histories, multiple sources for pricing and complete information on all known reproductions to verify authenticity. It’s not illegal to sell fakes, rip-offs and reproductions (or as they prefer to be called: “after” pieces.) Most dealers […]
5 Reasons to Start a Skull Art Business
Skull art is the best kind of art because it’s made out of human skull and gives you a chance to be in touch with nature. Skull art is becoming famous not only for its uniqueness and for the fact that it can be made out of human skull, but also for the fact that […]
How To Take Safe Sunless Selfies -With Daniel Villarreal Of World Art Day
Take Safe Sunless Selfies: How To Take Safe Sunless Selfies – With Daniel Villarreal Of World Art Day It’s no secret that the rise of social media has forced people to take more and more photos of themselves. It’s a great way to keep in touch with friends and family but it can be dangerous […]
Pick the perfect art for your room
Picking the perfect art for your room can be a tricky task, but this blog will make it easier. There are many different factors that you must keep in mind when choosing art for your walls. It should be of good quality and appropriate to the room’s purpose. It also needs to be aesthetically pleasing […]
How to Paint The Moon
A blog by professional artist “nol” on how to paint professionally in the 21st century. Telling the world about my art, painting techniques and experiences, my practice and its evolution. Inspired by my love of art, the dream of being a painter and the daily fear of not making it. I’m a freelance illustrator and […]
How to Take Lazy Drawing to the Next Level With Zentangle
I am a fan of the art of Zentangle. The idea is to take a simple form and fill it in without lifting the pen. This sounds easy to do but is actually quite challenging. Zentangle is so named because tangling is how the Japanese refer to this type of drawing. Zentangle® is an easy-to-learn […]
Is Print Dead? Here Are Just A Few Reasons Why It Isn’t
It may come as a surprise to many but traditional print media is still going strong and is still very much alive. In fact, the print industry remains vital for artists and businesses alike. Printing is still used by professionals in art and design, photographers, journalists and the media, creatives in general, visual merchandising, architecture […]
Want Privacy? Learn About Encryption
This is a blog about encryption, to help readers understand how it works and how to use it. I will try to explain why encryption is important, what it can provide, and what the risks are. Art is a common theme in this blog. The reason for this is that encryption and privacy are essential […]
The Importance of Reading Reviews Before Buying a Modern Art Painting
I am going to write a blog post about the importance of reading reviews before buying something, particularly when it comes to modern art paintings. I believe that the more you know about a piece of paint and what the artist was trying to convey in the painting, the better your final product will be. […]
How to Choose Painting Materials
Choosing the right paints and mediums is a big part of the creative process. When you are just starting out, you don’t know what will work best for your project, so it helps to have a variety of products to experiment with. Here are a few tips to help you choose the right paints and […]