Articles, tagged with "art world", page 1

Howard Hodgkin THE MARK OF COLOR by Jennifer Samet

There’s something impossible and almost greedy about Howard Hodgkin’s paintings -- the way his marks, dashes and curves of viscous paint on wood create dynamic, emotionally resonant objects. In the clear white space of Gagosian Gallery, these boldly color... Read >
Author: aarenbrowns

Natures Bounty in Tapestries

Since the medieval period, starting in the 10th century or so, we are introduced to nature’s bounty in tapestries. Early medieval tapestries are strewn with flowers throughout. The detailed style of wall tapestry weaving in medieval tapestries resulted in... Read >
Author: Alla Marinow

The Artist’s Dilemma – Follow Your Bliss or Earn a Secure Living

I paint for myself. I don't know how to do anything else, anyway. Also I have to earn my living, and occupy myself. Francis Bacon The abstract artist, Hans Hoffman, spent a lifetime building a reputation as one of the finest art teachers in New York ... Read >
Author: Anderson

Ribbons

This painting's focus on the colors black and white is an intentional and emotionally provocative choice. The colors are soothing, but the subject matter is chaotic, and perhaps even a bit coercive. One can feel both overwhelmed by Ribbons as well as soot... Read >
Author: alfaaried

Many Kinds Of Arts Schools Are Worth Checking Out

There is no shortage of places to learn a trade. Academies, universities, colleges, and art ateliers are all advertised and eagerly recruit new students. However, certain kinds of places of learning have undergone interesting transformations in recent yea... Read >
Author: Adrianna N

Marketing in London- Which Agencies Are Doing What

London is a city full of opportunity. It is one of those ambitious places where in addition to housing all the head-honchos of the business world, it also houses a wide range of indies and start-ups. It is a city that attracts bright people with good idea... Read >
Author: Tamara Jacobs

Art at the Leisure Education Trust Auction - “Tomorrow’s Lunch” by Sheena Rose

Young, Contemporary-Caribbean artist from Barbados, Sheena Rose, has made waves in the contemporary art world.    Sheena is well known for her hand drawn animations and mixed media drawings, but what inspired this form of art? “Well, I remember the firs... Read >
Author: Nadia Majiet

Jobs in Metal Work

Metal work falls under a few different categories in the art world. Most people would place it in the sculpture box. Metal art is also a little out of the mainstream of art. If you think about it, the main population of artists are painters. In casting... Read >
Author: jamesandirson

Mounting Made Easy With Foam Core Board Available Online

There are many different thicknesses and styles of foam board which are used mainly in the art world. Original art work or limited prints of any description are normally mounted on this good quality medium since it protects the work as well as making it ... Read >
Author: Stewart Wrighter

Acrylic Painting - Tools For Acrylic Painting

Safety and Differences in Drying TimeThere are also safety significance. Acrylic paints are much safer and will be mixed and also washed with drinking water, while oil paint involves turpentine and other mediums - which are toxic and not friendly to the n... Read >
Author: Raymond Cross

Contemporary art auctions are the place to pick up pieces of emerging artists

Art is ever changing and modern art even more so. If art were to remain stagnant, there would be no buyers and sellers and our appreciation of art would diminish. If one were to visit contemporary art auctions, you would see that the value of even unknown... Read >
Author: Crinsonartindia

Showcasing Your Artistic Capabilities with Your Own Domain

Art and its producers come in many forms. From paintings to sculptures, from concepts to functional pieces, art has stemmed from inspiration throughout history from the beginning of civilization. However, the concept of “starving artist" remains a fact fo... Read >
Author: Joseph Hildebrandt

The “Art” and Soul of Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires, City of Fair Winds, is a city where passion rules. In food, drink, dance, and in personal relationships, as well as political and civil society, there is nothing moderate to be found in Buenos Aires. The art and artists are no exception to ... Read >
Author: Lance Peters

Forget The Stock Market - Invest In Art

It is obvious that the stock exchange provides the opportunity to generate large earnings. But the stock exchange is akin to gambling, and there is no guarantee you will get a return on your cash. But there are many, considerably more secure ways to inves... Read >
Author: J. Harper

LTC packages at its peak

LTC stands for leave travel concession packages.LTC tour packages are specially designed to match the budget of all kinds of travelers. LTC is a wonderful way to give your family a holiday at least once a year. LTC tour packages enable the travelers to ex... Read >
Author: Jacey Hope

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