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Fine Art Reproductions

Fine art reproductions and prints are a great way to acquire quality works of art for a fair price. Art enthusiasts will be impressed by you art collection and wonder how you came by your Picasso or Monet. There are several different types of fine art reproductions available, and usually the quality and type is […]

Abstract Art: A History

Although abstract art is usually undefined, there are three major types that all works ofthem can be classed as. Those classes are believed to be abstract expressionism,neoplasticism and cubism. Although this type of art has no form, there are severalwell-known artists that helped define foundations or benchmarks for the medium. Picassois often credited with defining […]

The Japanese Katana

The samurai swords, occasionally known as the Japanese katana, constitutes a somewhat curved blade commonly used in battles. There are four main periods of time that define the history of samurai swords, including the old sword period before the 1600s called Koto, the Shinto period which came about between the 1600s and the latter part […]

Foam Board Comes in Different Qualities

For artists of any description, finding the right materials for what they want to produce is paramount if the end result is to look professional. Modern materials are such that they make the artwork look wonderful and, in some instances, this material can be used to preserve old paintings and artwork too. Foam board is […]

Frequent Questions About Airbrushing

Airbrushing is everyone. It is a type of art that involves painting and the images are very sharp, bold and attractive. Though most people have seen airbrushing projects and might have even seen the process occur, many do not understand how it works. There are a lot of questions people have about airbrushing. For starters, […]

How Foam Board is Beneficial

There are tons of uses for foam board. This is a sheet of foam core, similar to poster board, but thicker. It is durable, but lightweight, so it can be transported and worked with easily, without breaking down or creasing like paper. There are several uses for the materials and whether you are looking for […]

Art Galleries Add to the Community

Art galleries, like cafes and boutiques, represent a positive sign in neighborhood gentrification. They lend an air of refinement to the street on which they are located. They are a symbol of cultural activity, a healthy economic climate, social status and diversity. But they do more than just gentrify a neighborhood. They add an element […]

Canvas Prints Photo

Have you ever wondered what your favourite photo on canvas would look like? Once my friend got there photo of their holidays printed on canvas and it something that is very unique I would say. He found a great website online and sent them his images and they transformed his photos on to lovely canvas […]

Canvas Photo Printing Into Art

Amazing canvas prints can come at a price, if you were to have a brilliant photograph that you want transferred into a canvas print then the best place to look is online. There is loads of different online shops that can give you the quality that you’re looking for. If you’re really luck you can […]

Canvas Prints and Canvas Printing From Photos

Canvas prints from your photos is a brilliant way to show off not only your great high res images but it’s a way of keeping hold of those favourite memories that you treasure throughout your life. A couple of ideas to help you decide which image to have printed would be either a picture of […]