Fine Art Tips and Techniques
During the summer months here in Idaho, I spend a lot of time exploring and plein air painting in the mountains. Plein Air painting is the French term which literally means, ‘painting in the open air’. Just like the Impressionists, artists venture out from the comfort of their studios and into the field in order to study the effects of light on a subject. But, painting pretty pictures in the back-country isn’t as easy as it looks. It … [Read more...]
It’s a fact of life, first impressions matter. In the art world, galleries only have a few minutes to capture the attention of a prospective client. Most all successful galleries know this fact and use it to their advantage by professionally hanging and lighting their works of art. Don’t forget, a gallery’s job is to display our artwork in a pleasing and approachable manner in order to sell…and that is one of the reasons why they get … [Read more...]
Collecting quotes has always been a secret hobby of mine. Over the years I have found many inspiring quotes in books or on the Internet, but also in some random places like tea bags, fortune cookies and bathroom walls. (I've even written a few myself!)... It might sound strange, but a single phrase from a wise person has the power to uplift my spirits and motivate or inspire me throughout the day. As it turns out, my years of being a ‘quote … [Read more...]
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