A quality cutting mat is a real godsend for almost any artist. An artist is a jack-of-all-trades, although he spends the bulk of his time with some sort of drawing or painting tool in his hand. However, there is a …
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All sorts of people use textile paint. Crafters of all ages use fabric paints, markers and dyes to create customized pre-made items as well as produce beautiful artistic compositions and designs on fabric. Tulip Paints is a well-known resource for …
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Tulip creates great textile paints and this 30-piece set is just the thing for a crafter looking for a lot of color at a reasonable price. These paints are permanent and come in easy-to-use tubes with applicators so even the …
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An artist does a painting and sells it. They make their profit and move on to another piece. The standard litany, preformed repeatedly, is paint, frame, sell, repeat. This can continue for years, the artist coming up with new themes, …
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Becoming a successful artist means knowing how to draw. A cook learns many skills before becoming a chef, and an artist must learn how to draw before he masters painting. There are many new publications that teach drawing, but “How …
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Winsor & Newton has been creating paints for artists over 170 years. With a track record like that, they must be doing something right. Their watercolor paints are divided into two distinct product lines. The Artists’ line is the professional …
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If you are a plein air artist or a traveler who wants to be prepared for any painting opportunity, this is the set for you. This tiny field set is crammed with everything needed for watercolor sketching and weighs less …
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Lighting is crucial for an artist. Painting under natural light, preferably from the North, is an artist’s aspiration. However, not many artists are blessed with a wonderful Northern window under which to paint. Most are relegated to under-lit, cramped rooms …
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The frame is what gives a work of art a finished appearance. It highlights and gives stature to the piece. It is not, however, the focal point of the artwork. It is subordinate and should not interfere with the message …
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If there is a young aspiring artist in your life, this studio art set will get them started with everything they need to experiment with mediums of all kinds. Portable and packed in a sturdy wooden case, this art set …
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Matting a piece of artwork is a real finishing touch. It adds to the overall tone of the piece and can emphasize colors in the artwork. In the case of watercolor, it is a necessary part of the framing, as …
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In the first installment, Creating Artwork for an Art Show, the discussion revolved around creating the work and determining a pricing structure. The artist must determine the kind of artwork on which to focus, and create a body of work …
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Once a student gets past that awkward stage and begins to see significant progress in his workmanship, he may hear nature’s persistent call. That, of course, is the calling of his mercenary muse to become a professional artist and sell …
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Georgia O’Keefe may be best known for her close-up paintings of flowers, but this artist had a wide range of subject matter, style and technique over the span of her years. She was among the first generation of women to …
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There are so many ways to paint fabric. Craftsmen decorate clothing, bags, tablecloths and quilted wall hangings with paint. Artists, searching for new ways to create their art, explore new supports and mediums as a way to expand their repertoire. …
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Using stencils is a fast, easy method to create multiple images that can be used for crafts as well as fine art. It is simple and costs little to create reusable templates that can be used on walls, clothing, decorative …
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An artist who paints as a hobby generally does not need to worry about how fast he paints. The work is to be savored and dawdling is encouraged. However, an artist who paints for a living needs to produce his …
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