Art

You have survived the holidays. You have opened your presents, eaten too much and have snapped dozens of photos of the family. Sure, you could share the images on the Internet, but grandma and...

Porcelain refinishing transforms older appliances and tubs, giving them a new look. Most items made of cast iron use this form for restoration. Porcelain enamel fuses powdered glass by...

You line up the shot, everything's great, but when you get home to review, your photos are hazy and blurry. Rats. Those of us who spend money on our lenses like to baby them, and going in for a...

Hot- and cold-pressed papers are used by watercolorists, pastelists, colored pencils artists and a wide variety of other artists.The differences in the two papers' texture will determine which...

To get the best results in your watercolor paintings, you must use the right paper for the job. Two common watercolor paper types are hot pressed paper and cold pressed paper. The names refer to...

During the holiday season, knowing how to make Christmas paper ribbons will come in handy. Not only can you put them around the tree as tree trimming, you can also decorate your gifts with them....

Watercolor crayons are versatile tools an artist can use traditionally or with water to create drawings with the look of a watercolor painting. There are several techniques utilized with...

The Zone System was designed to be used with black and white photography. It is a system of exposure, development and printing that allows black and white photographers to obtain the full range of...

Painting the exterior of your home is a many layered and labor intensive project. Scraping, caulking, putty application, cutting in, and rolling are the basic steps to exterior painting. One of...

The cheapest Canon lens can be had for just under $100; the most expensive sells for $99,000 dollars USED. In between those two extremes is a mind-boggling selection of lenses that can be used for...

Paint and stain are among the most difficult things to remove in soiled items, particularly on fabric and smooth surfaces such as floors and walls. Whether it is doing the laundry or cleaning the...

Selecting the exterior finish for your house can be a major decision. Using exterior stain can help you create a distinctive look that is just the treatment your house needs. While a house stain...

Whether you're promoting your band's next show, your new business, or inviting the neighborhood to a party, nothing beats a catchy flyer for getting the word out. Nor do you need to be an artistic...

A child's first birthday is understandably an important and exciting milestone. The birthday celebration is often one with family and close friends attending and a great deal of attention on...

A life size paper mache Santa Claus makes a Christmas decoration that your family can pass down through the generations. Create your own holiday heirloom in a few easy steps. Put a few common...

You can make your own male calendar with the help of a photographer, a few models, and an online program that lets you upload your photos and produce professional looking calendars. Making a male...

The first time you go through the piercing process, a professional body piercer will give you an aftercare sheet detailing the healing time of the ears and how to care for the new piercings....

A shadow box is a three-dimensional structure designed to display objects. Historically, shadow boxes exhibit military items, such as medals or awards. A shadow box frame makes a riveting...

Monoprinting is a printmaking process that yields one-of-a-kind prints. Although you can create works that are similar to one another, you can never exactly reproduce a monoprint. Although artists...

With a beach photo shoot, it is important to consider the person or people posing in the photos as well as the beach setting. The beach provides a natural, striking backdrop for photos. By making...

Metal is one of the most difficult mediums to shape because it requires excessive force or heat to bend and shape it and special metal snips to cut it. You risk severely cutting or burning...

Storyboards have many uses. Professional directors use them to map out how they want a scene to look, including actors' positions and camera angles. Graphic novelists use them to match comic book...

Many people choose to have custom countertops made for to enhance their kitchen's décor, either to increase the home's value or simply for aesthetic purposes. These countertops can be made...

According to the Art and Creative Materials Institute (ACMI), a reliable way to determine the safety of "art, craft and other creative materials" is to look for the ACMI label on the product.

Converting projector slides to digital files can be done at home with the correct equipment. It can be a time-consuming and tedious project especially for people who own hundreds or thousands of...

Artists and professional photographers entering juried shows are often asked to include slide representations of their work for critique. While most artists do not have the expensive equipment...

Caustic cleaners are versatile and can be used for many purposes. In fact, they are found in many household cleaning products. The corrosive nature of the chemical makes caustic cleaners great for...

Valspar Duramax exterior paint is a paint and primer combination. With this paint, you do not have to prime first. It is thicker than exterior paints that do not have primer mixed in them and...

Art class projects can be fun activities that energize students' creativity by allowing them to express themselves in many different media. Instructors may have to sort through an overwhelming...

Whether a person regrets a tattoo because of the subject matter, such as a name of an ex-girlfriend, or the quality of the tattoo, there is an option available for removing the tattoo. Laser...

Easels are pieces of art equipment that allow painters to stand their work up in front of them while they work on it. Later in the process, easels allow artists to display their paintings without...

Every since the movie "Jaws," children and adults alike have had a fascination with sharks. Halloween offers the perfect time to indulge in the love of sharks by making a costume and exhibiting...

Tips for holding paint brushes and the different brush effects you can create; tips and techniques for how to begin painting with watercolors in this free online art video taught by expert Larry...

Extra hints you'll want to know to make beautiful watercolor paintings that can be applied to all of the lessons; tips and techniques for how to begin painting with watercolors in this free online...

How to add details to the foreground of your watercolor painting; tips and techniques for how to begin painting with watercolors in this free online art video taught by expert Larry Dubitsky.

How to use your divides paper to create a farm scene in the proper perspective; tips and techniques for how to begin painting with watercolors in this free online art video taught by expert Larry...

How to divide your paper in watercolor painting to create proper proportions and perspective; tips and techniques for how to begin painting with watercolors in this free online art video taught by...

How colors direct the eye in a watercolor painting and the importance of the colors you choose; tips and techniques for how to begin painting with watercolors in this free online art video taught...

Adding detail to your watercolor paintings and techniques for different effects; tips and techniques for how to begin painting with watercolors in this free online art video taught by expert Larry...

Steps for painting a head in watercolors and things to be aware of; tips and techniques for how to begin painting with watercolors in this free online art video taught by expert Larry Dubitsky.

Steps you need to take to create a realistic watercolor portrait as well as different perspective ideas; tips and techniques for how to begin painting with watercolors in this free online art...

Creating an ocean scene using watercolors, including color selection and tips for adding authenticity; tips and techniques for how to begin painting with watercolors in this free online art video...

How to consider the light source and how it affects objects in your watercolor painting; tips and techniques for how to begin painting with watercolors in this free online art video taught by...

How to use paint runs and other accidents to actually enhance your watercolor painting; tips and techniques for how to begin painting with watercolors in this free online art video taught by...

How to create a sky effect in watercolor painting including paints and techniques; tips and techniques for how to begin painting with watercolors in this free online art video taught by expert...

How to use a combination of colors to create a sea coast scene with watercolors; tips and techniques for how to begin painting with watercolors in this free online art video taught by expert Larry...

How to continually add color using the additive technique in watercolor painting; tips and techniques for how to begin painting with watercolors in this free online art video taught by expert...