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28th September 2009
The pine wardrobe has long been a staple of homes, representing the timelessness of finely crafted furniture. It is a blending of function and style that provides the finishing touch to a room. Never short on appeal or on versatility, this icon of the... Read >
Author: Colin Eyre18th August 2009
Painting and decorating goes hand in hand like coffee and cream. One compliments the other and vice versa. As such, decorative painting goes back in history almost as far as people do. From ceremonial paintings on cave walls done by prehistoric men to the... Read >
Author: Jo Harris31st July 2009
Decorative painting is a very broad field in the realm of the arts. Since time immemorial, its definite meaning is being argued upon by artists and scholars from various universities and institutions. The attempts to be exact with the term’s specifi... Read >
Author: mark07th July 2009
Painting and decorating goes hand in hand like coffee and cream. One compliments the other and vice versa. As such, decorative painting goes back in history almost as far as people do. From ceremonial paintings on cave walls done by prehistoric men to the... Read >
Author: Jo Harris01st July 2009
Painting and decorating goes hand in hand like coffee and cream. One compliments the other and vice versa. As such, decorative painting goes back in history almost as far as people do. From ceremonial paintings on cave walls done by prehistoric men to the... Read >
Author: Jo Harris21st January 2009
For every action, we have an objective in our minds. The thoughts of an artist get portrayed objectively and from that we understand what the artist had in his mind. It can be landscape drawing, decorative painting, or human forms. In all these forms it i... Read >
Author: Siddhartha20th January 2009
I have been hired over and over for faux painting the walls in million dollar homes to look like the ones they see in designer magazines. The number one requested faux finish is the Old World look or Parchment. If I say I have faux painted nearly 30 wall... Read >
Author: sssilva12th January 2009
For every action, we have an objective in our minds. The thoughts of an artist get portrayed objectively and from that we understand what the artist had in his mind. It can be landscape drawing, decorative painting, or human forms. In all these forms it i... Read >
Author: Israr09th January 2009
For every action, we have an objective in our minds. The thoughts of an artist get portrayed objectively and from that we understand what the artist had in his mind. It can be landscape drawing, decorative painting, or human forms. In all these forms it i... Read >
Author: Israr16th December 2008
Creativity has no boundaries, and can be expressed in many ways. One of the oldest and most popular ways to intimately communicate what our imagination and senses experience is by exploiting paint and color.
There are many techniques capitalizing on o... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer28th August 2008
Home is the place where we live in and spend most of our time with our family, and to keep our house ever glowing is one wish which never changes irrespective of any situation. You can do many things like giving a new look to your house by remodeling your... Read >
Author: John28th March 2008
Faux finished cabinets are finding a welcome home in today's kitchens. From the most timeworn distressed looks to high-end lacquered finishes, a decorative painter can add just the right touch from his artist's pallet to create the exact design and style ... Read >
Author: LOVELY22nd August 2007
As a homeowner, you most probably want to get rested from the boring look of your home. You would also go for redecorating your home with a new home painting design. Here are some worthy tips that you may adopt for home painting design and transition from... Read >
Author: Tim Lee06th June 2007
As a graphic artist by trade, I never dreamed that I would be in the business of Faux Painting or Decorative Art. The thought never crossed my mind, partly because I was unaware of how popular this beautiful form of art was becoming.
Ten years ago there ... Read >
Author: sssilva30th March 2007
Have you seen interior walls that are uninviting and dull? Well, say goodbye to those walls because it is now possible to have a welcoming and cozy room each time you arrive from work. You will probably need good color ideas to go about your interior pain... Read >
Author: Tim Lee28th March 2007
Many families prefer to change their home's paint when the season changes and they feel that a new coat of paint is already necessary. Summer comes after the winter, so you might want to have your home's atmosphere changed to accommodate the summer feel. ... Read >
Author: Tim Lee09th March 2007
To start things off, what exactly is a faux finish? Well Faux finishes are the techniques used by decorative painters to recreate the look and feel of many types of natural materials. These finishes can be seen throughout history, starting with the Egypti... Read >
Author: Rob Parker20th January 2007
As a home decorator or someone who simply wants to breath some fresh air into your living environment, it's important that you get out of the habit of reaching for the white paint when it's time to freshen up your walls. Not that there's anything wrong wi... Read >
Author: PaulGlover15th November 2006
Whatever the age and style of your home, consider the whole house when you plan your color and paint finish schemes. You'll be happiest with the results when you plan decorative painting as a part of the overall interior design. Whatever your style, look,... Read >
Author: Roger King15th November 2006
Decorative painting is art from that utilize a variety of techniques and media to decorate functional and non-functional surface. Decorative painting is teachable art form because of the systematic method that is employed. If you are an artistic person th... Read >
Author: Anna Josephs13th August 2006
To start things off, what exactly is a faux finish? Well Faux finishes are the techniques used by decorative painters to recreate the look and feel of many types of natural materials. These finishes can be seen throughout history, starting with the Egypti... Read >
Author: Rob Parker25th July 2006
I just read a fabulous article on this subject. I've personally always thought of home improvements as – a major job. I can see dirt and dust flying as sanders, routers and more buzz.
Every time I have had work done to my home, the contractor told ... Read >
Author: Nancy Woodward23rd June 2006
Most of people have beginning to venture into decorative painting. This is one of the best books one can find on how to paint for the inexperienced but eager artist. It is referred by number of peoples as it features an endless variety of terrific project... Read >
Author: Anna Josephs16th June 2006
We all like being creative. Our busy schedule hardly gives us any time to spent time with our self's. Constant focus on work makes our life dull. One of the best ways to make your life colorful is by doing some painting in your spare time. A Painting Book... Read >
Author: Isabel Rodrigues03rd June 2006
We all like being creative. Our busy schedule hardly gives us any time to spent time with our self's. Constant focus on work makes our life dull. One of the best ways to make your life colorful is by doing some painting in your spare time. A Painting Book... Read >
Author: Isabel Rodrigues22nd May 2006
Decorative painting book has come long way from folk art as painting itself is an art and if you are an artistic person then your will really to have your own decorative painting book.
Decorative painting book is a very good guidance for the beginner ... Read >
Author: Anna Josephs20th May 2006
Are you thinking of painting your house this Christmas? House painting requires a lot of money than one would expect. Why not try painting the house all by your self?
House Painting is an art that many need to learn today. It is an important job, and ... Read >
Author: Isabel Rodrigues09th May 2006
Parents always love to buy a book for there kids as books are always helps to increase your knowledge. Huge selection of Tole painting book and decorative painting pattern books! Hundreds of titles to choose from including all of your favorite artists are... Read >
Author: Anna Josephs11th September 2005
When most people think of coat racks, they think strictly of hanging coats, hats, and scarves. But coat racks can be a lot more than just a place to keep clutter off the floor. They can also provide you with an opportunity to display your own, unique deco... Read >
Author: Mark Scott21st July 2005
Do your walls seem dull and uninviting? Do you long for a cozy, welcoming room? Consider decorative wall painting techniques, such as sponging, ragging, stenciling or stamping. Even if you have no experience, you can brighten even the dullest room quickly... Read >
Author: Niall Roche
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