What Is Color?
In 1666, English scientist Sir Isaac Newton discovered that when pure white light is passed through a prism, it separates into all of the visible colors. Newton also found that each color is comprised of a single wavelength and cannot be separated any further into other colors.
Further experiments demonstrated that light could be […]
Of all the furniture designers that emerged from Denmark during the 20th century, Kaare Klint was the only one that was born the century before. Born in 1888, the son of P.V. Jensen Klint, an eminent architect of the early 20th century, the younger Kaare Klint worked first as an architect before moving on to […]
Born in Denmark in 1914, Borge Mogensen became qualified as a cabinetmaker at the age of 20. He, like many of the other furniture designers from Denmark, studied at the Copenhagen School of Arts and Crafts and then at the Furniture School of the Academy of Fine Arts from 1938 to 1942. At the time […]
Crafts can get a little bit boring when you always do the same thing over and over again. Kids and adults both get bored easy when not being entertained any longer. Try breaking out of the craft blues by expanding your search to something new and maybe a little bit crazy. Forget about folding things […]
Most doll collectors are aware of the many different types of dolls that can be collected. However, a newcomer to doll collecting may find that it appears to be quite overwhelming at first. There are plenty of great ways to get started in your doll collecting hobby. If you are really new and not quite […]
When you’re out taking pictures, and a problem crops up, it isn’t always easy to solve it. There’s a better way of doing things however! As football fans are fond of saying, “The best defense is a good offense.” And the best offense here is to avoid problems with your digital camera in the first […]
Getting Started
I give beginning collectors the following formula for roughly determining the value of an art object:
Value = Materials + Age + Workmanship.
What this means and how you apply it could mean the difference between acquiring a collection that is merely pretty and one that has investment potential, or will be a much-appreciated inheritance.
Materials:
The beauty […]
If you’re going to be a wood carver and not just a whittler, you’ll need to select a number of tools. There’s just no way around it. So what are the right tools for wood carving?
Tools for Sharpening. Before the carving tools, it seems appropriate that tools for sharpening them should come first. After all, […]
Once a gouge has been correctly sharpened, it doesn’t take much afterwards to bring the edge back to absolute sharpness. This refers to the natural wearing away of the edge from use and not as a result of it being damaged. When all it needs is some honing, a bringing back to razor-sharpness, and not […]
Without a doubt, dragon tattoo patterns are some of the most popular styles out there. Don’t take our word for it-just go to any local beach and check out the array laid out before you. What is it about these mythical creatures that drive people into tattoo studios in droves? The following is an explanation […]
So you’ve got an eye for a good photo and can use a computer? Why not sell your photos on stock photography sites? There is plenty of opportunity for keen photographers to make a little extra cash and there is also opportunity to make lots of it!
Stock photographs are photos that might be of use […]
This article will look at some important aspects of how to make money from photography. Learning to make money with a camera and becoming a professional photographer, whether full time or part time, is both personally rewarding and lucrative. There are freelance photographers pulling in big bucks for doing something they love. What better a […]
Paintings are common in fine homes as well as office space. This is not surprising when we consider that painting has been with in one form or fashion for at least 40,000 years. Light in paintings themselves determines the tone of the work by creating the illusion of three dimensional spaces with the interplay […]
en you picture the grand lobby of a corporate agency, the front entrance of a mom and pop business, or the waiting room in a doctor’s office, what do you see? There are the typical teambuilding slogans whose posters boast “Integrity” and “Strength”. The recognizable replicated copy of a Rembrandt or Monet. Scattered photographs of […]
My father has a nickname for my mother- it’s Allen Funt. She takes so many pictures that you sometimes wonder if she does work for Candid Camera. If you’re like her, you love photography. You’re no pro, but you do dabble with your digital camera from time to time. Or perhaps you prefer the conventional […]
Saying goodbye is never easy. What’s important to remember when the ones we love are lost, are the good times we shared while they were here. Focus on the happy memories. Regale all the funny stories. Recall the special moments that meant so much. What better way to commemorate the life of those we loved […]
Gift recycling is perfectly acceptable nowadays. You can give away gifts that you have not used, or you do not need, or you know somebody else will appreciate them. However, you have to consider certain factors in recycling gifts to avoid embarrassments and hurt feelings, the worst of which can lead to broken relationships.
Sentimental Value
You […]
From the old stack of beer bottles from fifty years ago to that toy one received as a child in a previous decade, there are all kinds of things that people use to begin a collection. Everyone’s interests vary for personal reasons but most people have something they take pride and enjoyment in. There is […]
If you’re an artist, I’m sure you’re constantly looking for a new, innovative idea which will help your work stand out from the competition. Whether you’re a painter or photographer, one easy way to get a leg-up on the competition is by utilizing canvas prints.
For photographers, the benefits of printing photos on canvas are numerous. […]
Getting married is a very special occasion for all couples. It’s a promise of eternal love, happiness, and a shared life together no matter what challenges may come down the road. Your wedding day is a memory which you’ll remember for the rest of your life, and which you’ll (hopefully!) always want to look back […]
