This wonderful piece of art was created by the English artist Mike Stimpson and is a modern (and very fun!) take on the iconic Lunch Atop a Skyscraper image, the original depicting a line of 1930s construction workers eating their lunch on a beam suspended above the New York …

“The Olive Grove” painted by Vincent Van Gogh is another painting he did of Olive trees which could easily be mistaken for his other painting “Olive Trees”. “The Olive Grove” and “Olive Trees” have a lot of similarities and differences.
I like “The Olive Grove” because it captures my favorite …

“Overlook Café II” by Sung Kim is part two of the scenic overlook café paintings. In “Overlook Café II”, you get a glimpse of the café from a different angle, and there is an area of tables and chairs for outdoor dining.
First, I like the soothing feel of the …

Nevada hosts a nice grouping of world class museums however one of my favorites within the Reno area was the Nevada Museum of Art. As you read through the content of the review you will soon find out why I found the museum to be such a significant part …

No trip to Paris can or should be contemplated without a visit to Musée du Louvre, and it had been a dream of mine since I was a small child. I did discover, though, that if you are on a limited time frame for seeing the city, as I …

In this day and age of technology where communication is made easier via text, chat, email and what have you, do people still take the time to personally write Thank You notes in longhand? Well, I am one of those people who enjoy writing and sending Thank You notes …

The painting entitled “Rain Princess” by Leonid Afremov is a beautifully painted creation that captivates a moment where a young girl is almost having some magical power over the rain, yet she is doing nothing but holding an umbrella.
In this painting, a girl has her back turned to the …

When I first started learning One-Stroke painting, I began using Folk Art paint. I bought the recommended paint for the Donna Dewberry system of painting. But I soon realized how expensive the paint was. I quickly went through a small bottle of paint.
When I ran out, …

“Tropical Terrace for Two” by Sung Kim is a painting of an ocean front view from the terrace of someone’s home.
First, I like how vibrant the colors are which coincides with the theme of the painting. I like the navy blue further back in the ocean, and I like …

“Crown Imperial Fritillaries in a Cooper Vase” painted by Vincent Van Gogh is a botanical painting of the rare fritillaries. This is another flower painting I had to do some research on because even though the painting is beautiful, I had no idea what species of flowers I was …

“Chameleon” painted by Sheila Wolk is a painting of a girl with butterfly wings (could possibly be a fairy) camouflaged in a field of daisies.
First, I love how vibrant and vivid the colors are in this painting. When I first saw “Chameleon”, I had to continue staring at it …

I bought this cleaner primarily because I’ve started taking a painting class at my college, so I use oil paints quite frequently. Oil, like charcoal, is a very difficult material to wash off of anything - especially brushes. Normal soap just doesn’t work at all, and other brands (like …

There are a few things that are absolutely necessary when oil painting. One of the very most important, is turpentine. The only problem with turpentine though, is that it is very toxic and smells terrible. So, what my art teacher taught me was that rather than using turpentine, I …

My daughter loves poster painting and I always look out for the most economical paint available in the market. The Rich Art Fresco Powder Tempera Paint is just the right product to use for my daughter’s painting. It is non-toxic, mixes well with water instantly to make brilliant liquid …

“The Wood Nymph”, a painting by Josephine Wall, captures the essence of what I (and I am sure others as well) would think of a wood nymph looking like. The subtle kindness and innocence of the forest and all of its inhabitants are shown with such precision and delicacy …

Jim Shore Designs, Inc. creates and sells some the most eccentric and colorful artwork in the art industry today. Sculptures, created for all occasions, are the most common art forms the company produces. Jim Shore artwork can be found and purchased online as well as at retail stores, such …

I have long been a fan of fantasy art, and as an amatuer artist myself, I’m always looking for creative venues in which to express myself. Many years ago, I joined a fantasy art website called Elfwood, and have loved this place ever since (even though they have recently …

I was about to see arts and paintings because I was planning to buy one. I wanted to buy something for my room. And so, first of all, I searched through the internet about paintings. Then, I found a blog named www.colorsnpaints.blogspot.com. I don’t know exactly who made this …

Josephine Wall has amazed me yet again in this fun and magical painting she has called, “Dragonship”. There is nothing short of brilliance and fantasy in this painting that reminds me very much of my dream world, or any dream world in general. Her use of colors and fantastical …

The Roundhouse Community Centre is located in Yaletown, an upscale region of Vancouver, BC. The centre is run be Vancouver Parks Board, and has a focus on arts and cultural activities. It provides many necessary services to the residents of Yaletown, as well as to all residents …

“They only come out at night” painted by Jim Warren is a fantasy painting of the belief that when the sun sets on the human world, the world of magic and all that includes comes out.
First, I love the colors of the magical world: there is a beautiful shade …

The VMFA, as I like to call it, is a nice place to spend an afternoon if you find yourself in Richmond, VA and suffering from culture withdrawal. It’s free, so let’s get that out of the way. Even if you’re not a student, child, or senior. …

“Gazebo” by Sung Kim is a painting of a Gazebo on some sort of pond which wraps around into a lake or river.
First, I like how vivid the colors are especially in a setting which looks like early morning. I like the faint white color further back in the …

“Church At Auvers” painted by Vincent Van Gogh is a painting of a church in France.
The thing I found interesting about “Church At Auvers” is that it’s the first religious painting I’ve come across thus far by Van Gogh. The painting is surprising because, to me, Van Gogh …

I first encountered Rebecca Guay’s amazing fantasy art in the Magic: the Gathering collectible card game. Her art is depicted in a style reminiscent of classic twentieth-century fairy tale illustrations. That’s why, for me, her style is very unique since Magic card art is dominated by more masculine depictions …

“Blooming Almond Branch in a Glass” painted by Vincent Van Gogh is one of my favorite flower paintings because I have grown quite fond of his blooming almond branch paintings. I like how a piece of the branch was extracted into a clear glass in order to watch it …

“Vase With Oleanders and Books” painted by Vincent Van Gogh is one of his purest paintings of flowers in my opinion. The colors are not bright and loud, and the toned down colors allows the beauty of the Oleanders to shine through.
First, I like how simplistic the colors of …

Aaron Brothers are having its presence all over the states of America.They are speciality store for art and frames.Taking a portrait photo is much easier.But having a frame to enhance the beauty of the photo to showcase is much difficult.The quality custom framing of aaron brothers …

The first time I ever purchased these pens I was required to buy them for my 2D design art class I was taking in college. I bought the eight pack black Pigma ink that comes in sizes 01 through 08, one being the smallest point size and eight being …

As jewellery making is my new hobby, making my unique beads should and is a part of it (although it is a part that I am not exactly proud of).
I own a small selection of Fimo soft products - the colours that are hip in this pre Christmas times …

“The Sower” painted by Vincent Van Gogh is a great painting of a young boy doing his chore of planting seeds in the soil on his family’s farm.
The thing that is inescapable about “The Sower” is how rich the colors are. Before I could even get to the story …

“I am scared, I stand up” was painted with acrylic on canvas in 1976 in Auckland, New Zealand. McCahon has worked been exposed to many artists through his studies, his travels and his jobs. He has worked in the Auckland City Art Gallery, lectured at the University of Auckland …

Everyone loves the wings of a butterfly, they are colorful and bright, and sure sign that warm lazy days are ahead. Rebecca Latham’s painting entitled “Summer Blossom-Queen Butterfly” is just that indication. The painting is rich in color and captures a still life meaningful wonder of an every day …

I enjoy art, in many forms, for myself. I enjoy working with excellent products, so that I may create something I can feel pride in. When I use canvas or paper to do art pencil work, I like to use the best colored pencils available. That is why I …

Thinking of some fancy pens to decorate your art pieces? Don’t look far. Get some Gelly Roll Pens to do the job for you. I love using Gelly Roll Pen. Just 1 will make my day. Working in the office, you will need to use this …

Josephine Wall’s “Sign of the Zodiac: The Sagittarius” painting brings a new meaning to this zodiac sign. It is a piece of art work that is filled with detail, emotion and colors that are so well combined they look heavenly across the canvas. I feel that many people will …

I like to knit sweaters that are mindless and go on for a while, and stop. This creates something to wear, that is made quick, and is worth the bragging rights.
My latest sweater is mindless, or should be. I found Microspun yarn by Lion Brand for a great price …

This is another science museum in Ontario though it is more old than the Ontario Science Center. This is not really about sciences at all, but more about cultural stuff. We went this long ago when we were studying races and cultures and their traditions. It�s really interesting with …

I received the Big Book of Drawing as a Christmas present and I absolutely love it. I have always loved to draw and my mom was an artist so I would say I have some artistic ability but still need some help improving some of my drawing techniques. Rather …

I visited a place that tells the story of the progression of art through the ages. Its surroundings are purely attractive, hold an abundant of interest, and the works of art on display are absolutely astonishing. The place has unique ways to express the exquisiteness of art. It is …

Josephine Wall is sure to get your inner imagination indulged in a world of pure fantasy in this painting entitled “Lady Unicorn”. Not only is this painting full of playfully combined colors, but generates a world that can only be found in your dreams, and brings about that sense …

The painting entitled “Autumn Park” by Leonid Afremov is a heartwarming painting that captures the very best memories of the fall season. It shows nature at its best as well as the special bond between family, which looks like a mother and her son.
In this painting, there are …

Josephine Wall’s painting entitled, “Beachcomber Fairy”, is the perfect depiction of a fairy who searches the beach to find lost treasures. The intricate detail of this painting, of the fairy and all her treasures, are so remarkable. The artist has done a wonderful job of bringing to life a …

“Vases of Irises” painted by Vincent Van Gogh is one of his many flower paintings. The painting is of purple Irises in a neutral to off-white tone. It’s one of his calmer painting as far as color is concerned.
First, I like how Van Gogh was able to combine neutral …

During the course of my college career, many of my professor’s have given assignments where they asked the class to visit the Appleton Museum of Art of the College of Central Florida in Ocala Florida to complete an art critique. It is safe to say that I have spent …

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This museum is located in a two level building. Currently they are hosting an exhibit on Nazi Persecution of Homosexuals 1933-1945 and The Rescuers. Neither have anything to do with each other, but they are claiming it does.
The Nazi Persecution had to …

Hawaiian Sea Turtle by Linda Briggs is one of my favorite pieces. She is a local artist who paints a variety of watercolor Hawaiian scenery and honus (sea turtles). Her paintings are really beautiful, and while her paintings are of known local scenes, there’s a feeling of …

King Tut Museum is surprisingly located in Las Vegas, Nevada in The Luxor. Now, for this King Tut Museum, it is located on the Attractions Level and inside the pyramid building of the Luxor Hotel. I was there before as part of my continuous Egypt expedition, and …

I wanted to see the museum because I wanted to take some pictures to show a professor friend who is interested in Polynesian history. Saipan, like the Philippines, has a rich history. According to the staff, it used to be a Japanese hospital before it was turned to a …

I like to think that I am somewhat of a crafty person. To help me with my craft projects, I love to use my Cricut personal cutter. Although, I recommend that people who plan to use the Cricut to a wide variety of projects, purchase the larger Cricut Create …