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…)

When I refer to “art” here, I am referring specifically to visual art, and more specifically to painting because that’s what I do. But I’m sure it applies to other forms of art as well.

Art can have very concrete, literal meaning to it—the more representational a work of art is, the easier it is to attribute a meaning to it. Everyone understands realistic representations of things from real life—for example, pai (more…)

In this generation, there is no arguing that tattoos are among the coolest things; it makes one more popular, more interesting, and it gives you a certain boost in confidence as you go around town sporting it, or even when nobody sees it. Although, there still are negative issues about having tattoos, they are becoming more and more mainstream and it is showing no signs of backing off. No, I am not talking about social issues.

In get (more…)