Watercolor is an easy-to-master artistic medium that can be used in a variety of ways to create either very simplistic or extraordinarily-detailed works. There are a number of subjects that painters have captured in watercolor over the centuries, but there are certain classics that endure for a reason – they especially shine when painted with […]
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Even artist skilled in watercolor painting and acrylics may find it difficult to master the art of oil painting. While the techniques are similar, oil painting requires a slightly different knowledge base and procedure. Know Your Materials Beginners in oil painting may be overwhelmed by all the materials you’ll need. For starters, pick your colors. […]
If you’re a fine arts major, you’re probably familiar with the old saw, “a fine arts degree plus fifty cents will get you a cup of coffee.” While the saying is not entirely accurate, it’s true that artists usually have a harder time than other professionals when it comes to earning money right out of […]
Is your home filled with expensive artwork from classic painters? Or do you support your creative friends by purchasing their original pieces? The total financial worth of your artwork collection is insignificant. Whether you have made it your hobby to accumulate as many pieces from renowned artists around the globe or just love displaying artwork […]
There is something so enthralling about the beauty of nature. It is simplistic, yet so profound. Even the most minuscule elements of nature can inspire so much meaning within us. That is why I try to take my camera with me everywhere I travel. Nature is unpredictable and you never know when you are going […]
About: Dr.Yvonne Strauss Yvonne Strauss not only holds a degree in fine art, but she is also a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Yvonne practices in both fields, and is excellent in both areas of study. The art of Yvonne Strauss consist of fine art illustration, watercolor, and photography. Yvonne works in specific subject matter in […]
By now you probably know that art is a huge passion of mine. We all have things that we love to immerse ourselves in. But making art can have a positive psychological effect on all of us. Here are a few reasons why: 1. Viewing art makes you happier Have you ever just looked at a […]
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From New York to Los Angeles and everything in between, here are 5 art galleries that you should be sure to check out if you end up in any of these cities during the gorgeous Fall season. Whether you’re in Boston or San Francisco, New Orleans or Detroit, St. Louis or Fort Worth, here’s your […]
Watercolor is one of the most simple forms of fine art when it comes to supplies, but one of the most difficult forms to master. Watercolor painters are most known for their abilities to see detail in the ordinary and for their understanding of how color works individually and in collaboration with one another. If […]
