Buying canvas paintings these days is seen as a rarity since more and more people are opting for the cheaper replicas of original paintings that are printed out on tarpaulin sheets and framed. These cheap knockoffs of original artwork do not last a lifetime and fade when constantly exposed to the elements like dust, sunlight, and air. Modern art on canvas should be considered something of an investment and a keepsake that you can pass down throug (more…)

There are different art forms that are preferred by artists to communicate their emotions and ideas. Many artists take part in art exhibition to display their artistic skills and choose photography or painting as their art form to compete in the competition. (more…)

What is an art gallery? Art galleries are venues where various forms of art and works of various artists are displayed to public. Among the various forms of art like photography, sculpture, art illustrations, handloom etc. showcasing of paintings are common. The prime objective of art gallery is to promote art and inspire the young artists.

Art galleries can be regarded as the best place for art lovers and artists to acquire knowledge (more…)

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 (more…)

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 (more…)

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 (more…)

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 (more…)

Face painting is a delightfully creative way to provide hours of fun children and adults alike. It is surprisingly easy to create your masterpiece on someone’s face – or on your own if you are the adventurous type – using simple techniques and tools no more complicated than a brush, a bit of non-toxic paint and a sponge.

Painting faces goes back thousands of years in human history. Our earliest ancestors often dabbed soot, blood, cla (more…)