Why Folk Art Is So Popular Today
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I have loved folk art paintings since I was a child. I spent a lot of time with my grandmother and her house was full of them. One of my favorites that she had was done by John Roeder. Maybe it’s because I spent a lot of time playing in my tree house, that the [...]
Abstract Paintings, You Either Love Them Or Hate Them
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I’m a buyer and collector of abstract paintings. There are few things I like more than finding ones that appeal to me. My favorite type of painting is done in gouache and I have several favorite artists.
I know a lot of men spend their weekends playing golf or lurking in home improvement stores. I [...]
How To Choose Fine Art Paintings By Realist Painters
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Realism in art is defined in the same way as it would be in literature; it is the rendering of the subject matter as it really is without being embellished or putting one’s personal influence on it. The whole emphasis with realist painting is to portray the scene or the person as is in a [...]
How To Buy Paintings For Relatives That They Will Appreciate
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Are you thinking of buying a painting for a relative? There are some things you should know that will help to make your gift be better appreciated. There is more to buying a painting for someone than just the right size and color.
One of the most important considerations when buying a painting for someone else [...]
Long Live Those Who Choose the Independent Path in Film Production
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It seems like the only films being made these days by major studios are sequels to comic book hero movies, remakes of classic old movies and old television shows that have been turned into movies. Most of the projects of today
Quality Gear Enhances the Art of Dance
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For those who don’t take part in dance, the difficulty and athleticism involved in this activity are sometimes lost. The importance of proper training cannot be stated enough and neither can the need for correct gear. Dancing, depending on its form, can really take a lot of a practice and good gear not only serves [...]
A Passion Swells Within My Soul
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A passion swells within my soul. A deep feeling creeps over my emotions, sending chills of uncertainty over my life.
I want to reach you, find your heart and touch it. I am afraid.
I keep fighting the way I feel. Hoping it will go away. Knowing you do not feel the way [...]
Low Budget Filmmakers Must Do Everything Required
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So you say you have a burning desire to make a movie and you will do what ever it takes to get the job done? You fancy yourself and “independent” type and you want to reflect that in your art? Well, you better know what it takes before you decide to launch yourself into the [...]
Star Tattoos - Why Unique is Better Than Out of The Brochure.
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Even if you’re considering a simple star tattoo, it is much better to commission your own unique design rather than apply a tattoo that someone else is wearing. It is so easy to pick up a pen and piece of paper and start sketching, it is a wonder why more people do not do it. [...]
Four Things You Absolutely Need to Know before Buying an Oil Painting Reproduction
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You’ve decided to invest in a beautiful oil painting reproduction. You have an idea of the type of painting you’d like, but you’re still unsure about making the purchase. This anxiety is normal when considering a reproduction purchase for the first time. Knowing the right questions to ask will enable you to make a wise [...]