Many people across the globe are always looking for tips on how to improve their artistic skill, but do you know where they should start? Whether you're a beginner painter or an artist who wants to learn more about painting, this blog post provides all the information you need. Overview of Watercolor Painting To paint like a professional, you need to understand the basic watercolor painting techniques. You will also need to know how to create color palettes and blend them together. One of the mo [...]
"Paintings draw inspiration from nature, observing the beauty found at play in animals, plants and stone, throughout diverse landscapes." This article details about how landscape paintings can often draw inspiration from nature. Inspiration For Paintings While landscape painting may have been popular in the recent past, it has found a way back into fashion. Landscape painters are prone to finding inspiration from different sources. Much of their inspiration comes from architecture and also from [...]
You may think that with New York being the city of art, it would be easy to find a gallery. But the challenge is that there are so many galleries in NYC and most of them are hidden gems. This post will give you a list of 10 must-see galleries in New York City that will make your art world exploration easier! 10 Must-See Art Galleries In New York City Below are 10 art galleries in New York City that you should visit. The Guggenheim Museum Located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, this museum i [...]
Quotes have been an important part of the creative process for centuries. From ancient advice from Socrates to modern-day comic book superheroes, quotes for artists have been a source of inspiration, motivation and encouragement. As a writer, I personally find quotes to be helpful in the writing process as well - they can stimulate new ideas or offer insight into a topic that I might not have considered. 1. You get up in the morning, you gotta work "You get up in the morning, you gotta work, you [...]
Salvador Dali is one of the most famous artists in the world. He's a Spanish surrealist painter and sculptor who came up with some of the most iconic images in art history, from melting clocks to grotesque monsters. But there are some things about Salvador Dali that you might not know! Read on to find out more. Who is Salvador Dali and what did he do? Salvador Dali was a Spanish artist and surrealist painter who is most famous for his paintings of melting clocks and other objects. He was also kn [...]
Choosing a painting for the wall of your living room or dining room can be a difficult task, especially since there are so many different styles and subjects to choose from. In this blog we're going to talk about some of the benefits that contemporary paintings have in comparison to other types and talk about what makes them unique! Why Choose Contemporary Painting? Contemporary paintings are often abstract, and this reduces the risk of a painting looking dated. They are also easier to produce a [...]
Drawing the human head is a skill that takes time and practice to perfect. Check out these tips for drawing people from a professional artist to see if you can create lifelike, beautiful portraits in your own drawings. Step by step tutorial This tutorial breaks down the human head into 6 simple steps that are easy to follow and understand. The 5 steps are as follows: 1) start with a circle 2) pull section A away from the circle on both sides 3) draw a line from point B to point F on both sides o [...]
The art world is full of information, knowledge and inspiration. So, if you want to become an art expert, what's the best way to do so? There are many ways to get started with learning about art, including taking classes in your local community or museum, reading books on the subject or even using the internet. However you decide to take this journey, it will be an interesting one! Become an Art Expert To become an art expert, first you need to study art history. You can start by taking a course [...]
Having an art collection can be a wonderful way to decorate your home and add beauty and personality to your spaces. It also provides the opportunity for you to grow as a collector, which can make for some exciting discoveries along the way that you may never have come across otherwise! Why Collect Art? There are many reasons why people decide to collect art. Some people collect art to enjoy and others do so as a form of investment. There is no right or wrong reason to start a collection, but it [...]
Introduction Portrait painting has been an important art form since the times of Ancient Egypt, when artists would make portraits of their pharaohs and other important people. Portraits were also widely used during the Renaissance, when many great works of art were produced, including stunning pieces like Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa and Michelangelo’s David. Today, portraiture is still popular and can be found in museums all over the world, as well as on everyday objects like money and coins. [...]
Introduction Digital painting is quickly becoming one of the most popular art forms in the world. It combines the beautiful textures of traditional painting with digital techniques that allow you to create beautiful masterpieces in mere minutes or hours rather than months or years. If you’re interested in learning more about this exciting art form, keep reading to find out what exactly digital painting is and why it’s so great! Digital Painting History The beginnings of digital painting can be t [...]
Introduction If you love art, whether it’s painting, photography, sculpture or anything else, you’re bound to love still life. Even if you don’t love art, chances are you like some pieces and would enjoy learning more about still life paintings than just appreciating them on your own or others’ walls. Here are 10 reasons why you should become a fan of still life painting right now and start seeing the world in your own unique way. Still Life Paintings by Artist Still Life Paintings Watercolor Ar [...]
Introduction While abstract art may seem simple enough to the untrained eye, there are actually many nuances and rules that artists must adhere to when creating this type of art. Whether you’re a fan of abstract art or want to learn more about the genre, here are 10 things you didn’t know about abstract art. Still life with apples by Julia Weyss Sometimes the titles are created after the paintings I don’t have a theme to speak of, I just make what I feel like making.. On other occasions an idea [...]
Landscape painting can capture landscapes of mountains, valleys, bodies of water, fields, forests, and coasts in vibrant detail. It can also capture a beautiful moment and document natural events that others may never get to see in their lifetimes. The best landscape paintings are the ones that remind us of why we love the outdoors so much! Monotype Art Technique Fall in Shapsugs painting by Viktor Weyss Landscape Ideas Check out our amazing range of paintings by leading artists and enjoy. Artwo [...]
As an art form, graphite pencil drawing has been around since the 17th century, but it’s far from dead in the 21st century. In fact, over the past few years, this type of drawing has seen a resurgence in popularity among fine artists and casual doodlers alike. Artists love how easy it is to get great results with pencils, especially compared to charcoal or ink drawing methods that can be trickier to master. Introduction Graphite is a medium often used in fine art, though it is most popular as an [...]
Visit Your Local Fine Arts Museum The best place to see and appreciate fine art is at a museum. Find out what’s showing now at MoMa, plan an event or schedule a private tour. Learn more → Visitors in art gallery with drawings and sculpture during cultural meeting. Art gallery concept Look at Fine Art in Books Reading is one of our most favorite pass times and a great way to learn new things. Why not read about some great fine art?Check out a book at your local library or purchase one online. Che [...]
Watercolor painting has become increasingly popular in recent years, but many people are still wary of it because they believe it’s too hard to master or that the results are unreliable. The truth is that watercolor can be incredibly rewarding and easy to work with once you learn how to use it correctly. Whether you’re planning to paint your living room or purchase a painting as a gift, these unique benefits of watercolor paintings will be sure to make them something you won’t regret buying. Sti [...]
What is the definition of classical art? While there are many styles of art, including Contemporary, Abstract and Post-Impressionist, the term classical art refers to works of art dating from the Greco-Roman period up to the 18th century AD. In other words, Classical Art encompasses the major artistic periods in Western culture, including Greek and Roman sculpture and painting as well as Renaissance painting. To determine if something is classical art or not, you should focus on how it was creat [...]
Whether you’re looking to escape your busy day-to-day life or find something to do with your kids, painting pottery may be the perfect hobby for you! There are so many beautiful colors to choose from and endless amounts of techniques to learn; whether you want to create beautiful marbled patterns or try splattering paint onto your ceramic masterpiece, it’s easy and fun to get started. If you’re not sure where to begin, check out this popular on how to paint pottery! No matter where you live, it’ [...]
Canvas Paintings have been around in one form or another since the early Renaissance, but the way that canvas art has been painted and displayed has changed dramatically over the years. Today, canvas paintings can be purchased online from any number of artists who use a variety of mediums and techniques to create their artwork – something which many people find difficult to understand. To help you decide whether canvas paintings are right for you, here are five benefits of choosing canvas painti [...]
How do you sell your paintings? Here are 10 ways you can use to sell your paintings and earn money from your Art. You’ll have to tailor each of these methods based on the type of work you’re trying to sell and the market you’re trying to reach. I recommend that you try each method at least once (even if it fails), so that you can identify which methods work best for you, and then re-purpose those methods going forward. 1) Decide what you want to do with your art If you’re not sure what you want [...]