When it comes to tattoos, one of the world’s most requested designs are Irish tattoo designs. There is no arguing about it. With its interesting history and the imagery of Ireland reflected on all Irish tattoo designs and the meanings that comes with every pattern, it is not a wonder why people of non-Irish descent, are so enamored with it, oftentimes infusing it with a meaning of their own. I know you would, too.
Over the years Celt Read the rest of this entry »
What better way to express yourself in the hippest way probable than through body art as well as tattoos? Of all the modes of cool body decorations, tattooing is probably one of the most typical. The knack of tattooing has been applied since the olden times. Its purposes then varied from self-expression to body ornamentation to protection of self from bad spirits and usher in good luck. In present times, purposes for having tattoos aren’t that va Read the rest of this entry »
Tribal Flower Tattoos: A guide to understand yourself better.
Amongst the wide range, it’s the Hawaiian Flower Tattoos that have been opted much. The Hawaiian Flower Tattoos offer a unique way to an individual to express himself. They are usually done in tribal form, with dark lines and heavy inks. Lei is the popular Hawaiian flower tattoo designs. It showcases colorful little flowers, known for being worn around t Read the rest of this entry »
Ed Hardy’s High Art Tattoos and his Business
By : Ed Hardy Clothing
40 years back, Don Ed Hardy blew off a Yale fine-art fellowship to chase the rogue art of tattoo, a undying and regularly taboo convention that captivated him as a boy in the Orange County beach town of Corona del Mar. By ten he was drawing cars and eagles on kids’ backs and arms Read the rest of this entry »
Koi is an oriental name for fish in the carp family. In the Orient koi are very revered, and are thought to have certain mystical abilities about them. Koi stands for courage, strength, determination, advancement, and perseverance. In the English Language the word “Koi” is translated as the word “love”, or the feeling of love. It can also be translated as romantic love or a very passionate love affair. However, koi can also mean selfish. In the o Read the rest of this entry »
Enamel paint is the Tasmanian devil of the arts and crafts world. It’s tricky to use, unpredictable when drying, and might even present problems once it’s dried. More than one eager young painter has set out on a craft or modeling project meaning to use enamel paint and wound up bitterly disappointed. Make no mistake: enamel paint has its advantages. It’s tough as nails, will last a lifetime, and offers a sleek translucent finish that ordin Read the rest of this entry »
The other day I started experimenting with alternative art materials. There are so many ways to create really original art. With a blank white piece a paper in front of me there are no limits.
I immediately went to the refrigerator. I used broccoli scrubbed into the paper, then carrots, and beet juice. This led me to the spice cabinet where cous-cous seasoning put out a powerful, and rich ochre color. Cinnamon was lovely and soft and work Read the rest of this entry »
Art therapy is a modality in the psychology field that’s focus is on the transformative power of nonverbal language. Because art therapy brings together the fields of art and psychology, it integrates visual arts, human development, behavior, mental health, creative process, imagination and personality. It is based on the belief that the act of art making can help us understand more of who we are, enhance lives, and lead us towards personal growt Read the rest of this entry »
