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Caring for your Artwork
If you’ve invested in beautiful original artwork, you want to make sure you take care of it properly so that it stays in mint condition. If you plan on investing in art throughout your life, you need to learn to care for it. Transportation When you transport your piece of art, you need to take special care to avoid damage. Put cardboard on the front and back and wrap it well in bubble wrap. From there, pack it securely in a cardboard box or transport it flat. Do not lean it against other artwork. Don’t Apply Any Coatings You...
How Much are My Prints Worth?
If you’ve begun collecting art prints, you might be wondering if they are of value, and if so, how much they might be worth. There are several indicators of a valuable print, and there are several resources that can help you determine the value of your prints. There are a few factors you must take into consideration when you’re trying to determine the value of your print yourself. For starters, you must look at the quality of the print’s impression and the condition of the paper. Is there a watermark or something that distinguishes the print? Look for things...
Land of the Free
Just as we are about to celebrate Independence Day and the beautiful country we get to call home, I am proud to release my latest piece of work, titled “Land Of The Free.” “Land Of The Free” was created as a companion piece to my widely popular earlier piece, “Home Of The Brave.” Land Of The Free depicts a bald eagle flying over clouds streaked in red, white, and blue as the sun starts to set. The unique perspective makes it appear as if the bald eagle is flying over an American flag, and the viewer sees the aerial view....
How to Paint a Landscape
Have you ever wanted to paint a beautiful scene but you didn’t know how to get started? With a few tips, I’ll get you painting in no time! Painting a landscape is a good way to start, as you can make them as simple or complex as you’d like. Choose your Medium and Material Before you begin, you’ll need to decide what sort of paint you want to use. I prefer oil painting, but perhaps you want to try painting with acrylics or even watercolors. Choose an array of colors to get you started, and don’t forget to pick...
Oil-Based Painting
If you’re looking into starting a new hobby or you want to start painting again, oil-based painting is a beautiful art form practiced by many. Oil-based painting is one of my favorite art forms, and with a few basic tips you can enjoy it too. Before you get started, let’s learn a little bit more about it. Oil-based paints can be made with one of two primary ingredients: alkyd or linseed oils (also known as synthetic or natural oils). Because alkyd paint is more affordable and more durable, it is used more often than linseed oils. However, it takes...