The Art of Alienation – Elitism in the Arts
The arts are always a reflection of the times in which they exist. Impressionism was invented during the Industrial Revolution and after the invention of the camera. In the Renaissance, a time of celebration of MAN and everything human kind was capable of,...Setting Creative Goals for the New Year
It’s that time of year again where people make resolutions for the new year. Most people never follow through on their goals, I believe because they never make them measurable (see my post on SMART goal setting for goals worth aiming for!). Last year is...
The problem with perfectionism in art
So many people wait, afraid of writing something, drawing something, etc. because they should wait for that perfect moment or until they have enough experience. I ask you, how will anyone achieve anything close to perfect if they never practice to reach it?! People...
Caring for Your Original Artwork
I have encouraged you to buy original artwork this holiday season as gifts to others (and why not for yourself!). Wouldn’t it be nice to know some basics about caring for said artworks?! What do I do if it gets dirty/dusty? For canvas only: using a damp (NOT...
Sharpen Your Skills: Understanding Value
Confidently use value to improve your art
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