"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 [...]
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 [...]