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It is a lot of fun to create a story book featuring one of your most favorite childhood stories or fairy tales. It will make a great gift to a child you love. There are so very many wonderful...

Marbled ornaments are beautiful on any Christms tree, curtain rod, chandelier, or as a colorful decoration anywhere. They are always a big hit at Art & Craft Sales, Church sales, and...

Having a party or a event and you want to have a cool craft for everyone to do? Or are you just bored and want something to do? Even if there's another reason, I'm sure you'll enjoy making your...

Frosted glass ornaments are more fragile than clear glass ornaments because the surface can be easily scratched, stained or chipped off leaving the ornament ruined. Sometimes frosted ornaments...

Handmade gifts can be priceless,timeless, and cherished for years. And... cost less than store bought gifts!

Tuning a tattoo machine just the way you want can be made easier by learning to cut your own springs. Here is a quick video and article I put together on how to cut your own springs for a tattoo...

The Nikon D200 is a sturdy and practical camera body with a wide range of options. These options allow the photographer greater artistic control over the image. During the course of working with a...

Color is all around us. The computer screen you are reading this on can create millions of colors. However, each one originated with a combination of eight basic colors.

Rubber glue, also known as rubber cement, is most often used with art projects where you need to assemble different pieces of paper together. However, because the glue is a thick liquid form it...

How to prepare your body for a tattoo.

Tattooing has seen a huge rise in popularity in the last 10 years. Good or bad this has created a need for talented artists who have the devotion, dedication and drive to make it in this now very...

The word "gilt" can be both a noun and adjective that means "gold" or something that is colored gold. It also has a few less common definitions.

The present economy is so bad that I remembered to make toy cars. This is how we did it as kids and saved our parents loads of money. After gathering the things you will need, draw a design of the...

Whether your new tattoo is a star or a star portrait proper aftercare is important. Ideally one should try to follow the advice of their artist. However occasionally this may be impossible due...

This article will describe what to look for in a tattoo design to cover up an unwanted tattoo. You may have a tattoo that was done poorly, or one that doesn't fit with your current situation...ie...

Sugar scrubs are good for dry rough skin on your elbows and heels but can be used anywhere on your body but your face. This delicious smelling sugar scrub is fun for people of all ages to make....

Over the years, you have taken many pictures to capture many life events. It is now easier than ever with the technologies of a digital camera to take and print photographs, but what do you do...

A candlestick is most often used as a device to hold candles. Of course, candlesticks don't have to hold long candles. In fact, they can be use to hold smaller tealight candles. Although not...

There's no reason to hang the same posters on your wall that all of your friend are hanging on their walls. With a few supplies and a little creativity, you can make posters that say something...

Tin ceiling tiles can offer a unique alternative for wall art. Using the square pieces in conjunction with other pieces can give a stunning view. Varying the layout of the pieces can change the...

Jasc Animation Shop is a companion program to Paint Shop. Both come bundled together. The images you create with Paint Shop can be used in Animation Shop to create animated scenes that can stand...

A fun activity to do online is to “cartoonize” yourself by turning a picture photo of yourself into a cartoon using online technology, here are a few steps to help you turn a photo into a cartoon...

Are you looking for a classic & simple Thanksgiving Centerpiece this year? For just pennies, you can create a stunningly beautiful centerpiece. Anyone can do this, it's very simple. Add your...

Ancient Greece is the period in Greek history lasting from about 1100 B.C. to about 146 B.C. This period in Greek history influenced the language, politics, educational systems, science and arts...

The ability to own a mini refrigerator that is readily available in a dorm room or during the work day is a monumental convenience. Two problems exist in regards to a personal mini refrigerator....

Mireille Bouquet is a protagonist in "Noir," an anime that Japanese animation studio Bee Train created and aired in 2001. The show is named after an assassin code name. Initially on the mission to...

Indonesia is an enchanting country that long been exalted for its natural beauty, and artistic heritage. Stunning Barong masks are the center of famous masked dramas on beautiful Bali island....

Lots of times, people walk into a tattoo shop with several ideas but have no idea what they're really after. I will tell you how to choose a tattoo that is right for you.

Carving a pumpkin is simple. Join the fun and try it! People have been doing it for over fifty years! (rate this please)

Adding effects to photographs can enhance any original photo. In this article you will learn how to create a halo lighting effect for eyes in a photograph using Adobe Photoshop 8.0. The effect...

From the pre-Columbian cities built by the Aztecs to the subsequent sprawling mansions, Mexican architecture has always had a distinctive flair. In modern Mexico there are still traces of vast...

There are many interesting landmarks you can find from the aerial views of Google Earth. Satellite and airplane photography will upload your creation onto Google Maps and Google Earth for everyone...

Sometimes you need a bolt of new exposure to your art work. Have you ever thought of submitting photos of your art for use as a cover on niche community publications like a monthly women's...

Recently a man has been making the news for refusing a $35 million claims payment for artwork reportedly stolen from his L.A. home. In light of this controversy I thought that I would write about...

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If you are looking at framing and hanging a picture, you may want to include a mat around the piece. The mat is going to draw viewers into the picture by isolating the picture with a several inch...

As simple as ballpoint pens appear, they're actually quite the engineering achievement. Basically, there's a barrel that comes in two pieces that houses the reservoir (the ink tube). At the end...

Roman columns were used to support structures such as bridges, aqueducts, amphitheatres, temples and palaces. There are three main styles of columns: Doric, Ionic and Corinthian. Roman...

Glitter images are animated GIFs that seem to sparkle. They can be made in any animation or graphics program. Glitter images require about 20 minutes or less to create, depending upon image...

Foam core mounting describes the preparation process of mounting and hanging an artwork onto a foam core board for display. Foam core mounting is typically done with photo prints and as a...

Creating a logo isn't hard, but choosing software can be overwhelming. The two main types of graphics software are vector and raster-based programs. Each have their advantages. Today there are...

Ice cubes are a great way to chill any of your favorite beverages. Making your own ice cubes can be tricky and creative. Here are a few great ways to have fun making creative ice cubes.

Jigsaw puzzles often show stunning scenery, memorable photography or interesting design. Depending on the size of the puzzle, it might have taken a lot of time to piece together. Gluing and...

Agood tattoo artist takes the time to draw the client's chosen design out first. Once you have completed the drawing and your client has approved it, it is time to create a stencil out of it. You...

In visual art, red takes its place as one of the three primary colors. With interior design, different names for varying shades of red provide designers and clients with guiding points when trying...

Germany is internationally known for its traditional salt-glazed beer steins and jugs, elegant Meissen porcelain dishes and figurines and Hummel porcelain figurines. More recently, West German...

Many people like to make 3D figures that they can then use to create 2D renders, either for fun or profit. Using a program like Poser, it is possible to take one of the standard figures and...

Fish taxidermy is generally considered to be the most challenging branch of the taxidermy industry. Fish must be mounted in such a way as to give a sense of movement. The goal is to have other...

CorelDRAW offers comprehensive tools to assist illustrators, graphic designers and others with a wide array of projects. CorelDRAW can even be used for in-home projects such as touching up photos.

If you're lucky enough to get a hold of some rare black coral, chances are high that you'll want to keep it in the best possible condition. Whether it's the material for an artistic sculpture or...