“The Red Vineyard At Arles” painted by Vincent Van Gogh is an emotional painting because the subject at hand. From the looks of it, it appears to be about slavery; however, I don’t know much about France’s history but that’s my take on it.
I think “The Red Vineyard At …

“Metamorphosis” painted by Sheila Wolk is a fantasy painting of a mermaid underwater. I am not familiar with Sheila Wolk’s work; however, this piece for me is captivating.
First, I love how the top of the painting has a little black to it, then it lightens up in the mid …

“Escape” by Sung Kim is a painting of both a landscape and scenic view of a town overlooking the ocean and adjacent to two colossal mountains.
First, I love all the colors of this painting especially the ones used for the ocean. I like how the center of the ocean …

My mother and I had the opportunity to visit the temporary exhibition named Treasure�s of Ancient Egypt on display at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia awhile back, and found it a fascinating visit into the lives and times of ancient Egyptians. On loan from the Collection of Museum …

I thought the message of this story is quite disturbing and rather sad. There are so many tales of people experiencing all sorts of physical and emotional pains throughout their life yet they manage to break away from it. Everything in the real world is temporary and can be …

I bought this sharpener, because it was recommended to me by my art professor. She suggested that its triple circling blade makes it an ideal sharpener for pricey art pencils. Consisting of titanium bonded blades, the manufacturer claims that they are durable and will remain sharper longer. …

“The Potato Eaters” by Vincent Van Gogh is one of his darker paintings with a great back story. While I was researching the painting, I found out that Van Gogh wanted to capture the essence of what peasant life was like. Apparently the painting took place in the Netherlands, …

When I was younger, I would think that there were tiny worlds that floated on top of snowflakes each winter. It was a magical feeling because I would imagine what would be going on in those world’s, and what would they look like. Josephine Wall’s painting entitled “Bubble World” …

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 …

Dia Beacon is perhaps one of the most memorable Art Museums I ever been to in the New York City area. If you are a fan of contemporary art and you are planning on a visit to Big Apples, be sure to put Dia Beacon on your go-to list. …

Starry night is a great display of Vincent Van Gogh at his best. This painting was made completely by memory. It shows an amazing night view of a small town with a mountain side behind it. A creative sky will have you pondering the meaning for days.
I absolutely love …

“Fishing Boats on the Beach At Saint Maries” painted by Vincent Van Gogh is another painting he did while he was living in Arles, France; in this painting, he paints his time at the beach.
The first thing I noticed about the painting was how simple the boats appeared: small …

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 …

I have always been a big fan of museums. I wanted to instill this love for art and museum artifacts into my children. There are only two museums in my area. I choose the one that is designed specifically for children. The creative discovery museum. My children had a …

I didn’t like the fact that the story centered on politics and communism and socialism and what-have-yous. I breezed through most of those parts and basically the majority of the play. I did pick up some interesting thoughts though about good boys and formidable revolutionaries. I finally got the …

One of the most reliable brands when it comes to ballpoint pens is Parker. I have been using this ballpen eversince we were allowed to use ballpoint pens back in high school. My first Parker pen was a Jotter Ballpoint Pen with a maroon-colored barrel which was given to …

“The Nightmare” painted by Henry Fuseli is a graphic painting–in nature, not nudity–of a woman in a scene where her desire for sex is causing her conscience to clash against itself. It has been said that “The Nightmare” by Henry Fuseli is one of his popular pieces.
First, I love …

Since my baby is now 11 months old, I figured it is about time to start on the sippy cup. I was not looking for anything fancy and just wanted the basic sippy cup that my baby boy could learn and row with. I went to a local Dollar …

“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 …

Open since April 4th, 2012 at the Tate Modern in London, the ‘Damien Hirst’ exhibition is a huge retrospective of the work of this titan of modern art. The exhibition is spread over several rooms in the main exhibition space at the gallery, and shows some of Mr. Hirst’s …

The painting “Just Peachy” by June Dudley, is a wonderful painting that is a perfect depiction of a child on a sunny afternoon picking her way through a peach tree to find the best peaches. Life has slowed down in this moment, and by looking at the picture I …

“Poppies” Painted by Vincent Van Gogh is a botanical painting of Poppy flowers in a vase. I think of all the botanical paintings with vases painted by Van Gogh, this one is on my list of favorites because of the colors used.
I like the “Poppies” painting because it has …

I have been a long time dolphin and whale lover, so I try to fill my home with pictures of them, but there is one artist who is above and beyond one of the best undersea artists in the world. His name is Wyland. I have tons of real …

If you visit London one of the attractions you mustn’t miss is The National Gallery. With its permanent collection of Western European paintings, which spans the period from about 1250 to 1900, there is so much to see.
Housed in a neoclassical building overlooking Trafalgar Square, the Gallery has over …

Logan Art on Main is a really lovely small art gallery. You can enjoy local artists paintings, find handmade greeting cards and indulge your inner artist with some one on one art classes focusing on pottery or painting.
I have always loved pottery, so I began taking lessons a few …

Writing this review on Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni, more commonly known as Michelangelo the famous Renaissance painter. His works in the Sistine Chapel’s Ceiling have immortalized his ability as an artist and he no doubt inspires numerous people who walk into that building with the sheer power, magnitude, …

Gouache paints are basically opaque watercolours. That have a binding agent and a higher ratio of pigments to water; white pigment is added to them to make them opaque. Designers and illustrators initially used gouache however many artists are switching to a digital format now a days.
Artist’s Loft brand …

“Sin Pursued by Death” painted by Henry Fuseli is as thought-provoking as his other famous painting: “The Nightmare”. It has much of the same theme of sexuality and religious undertones.
First, I like how the background of the painting is predominately black. The blackness of the painting gives off a …

The King Tut exhibit was somewhat a let down for my friends and I. We went in with very high expectations and shelled out the $25 fee only to leave slightly disappointed by the lack of content. The exhibit had far less items on display than we …

I have found that these Derwent 36 Watercolour pencils are absolutely fantastic! I think that the quality of the pencils is very high, and there is a range of different colours to use. Whether you use them dry or wet, I can assure you that these are excellent quality …

Have you ever had an acting class? Have you ever joined and act in a theater? Well, I have joined and I act once and It’s a WOW feeling! I joined Tinik ng Teatro (TNT) in 2000 at Adamson University when I was still studying in college.Let me introduce …

I’ve been using Red Heart yarn for the last year or two. Over that time, I’ve found that the company produces more types and colors of yarn than I can count. And so far, all of the yarn that I’ve used for my various knitting projects has been high …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

When we were in Phoenix AZ a few years ago during our time there we went to the Heard Museum. We wanted to see they Southwestern exhibits by the local Indians that we were told were there. We were able to view both traditional and Native American …

A painting entitled “Kiss of Life” from Josephine Wall, is a wonderful piece of art that demonstrates the magic and power of love. How it can suddenly strike us at strange places where we may not seem to think we can find it there, and the beautiful and fantastical …

If you have an artist in the family like I do then buy them the new Museo Maestro Canvas to print their digital images on, the quality will amaze you. This brand new product introduced by Crane & company is specifically designed to give Art Gallery like quality …

“Wheatfield and Mountains” painted by Vincent Van Gogh is one of your basic scenic paintings from him. If you’re someone (like me) who has never been to the mountain regions, you would think this is one of the most spectacular views of what you hope to one day experience.
I …

I highly recommend the Scoring Board by Martha Stewart Crafts to any crafters out there. This product is amazing. I love to do all sorts of crafts. Card-making and scrap booking are my absolute favorites. I love to work with cute papers and embellishments. I recently found a blog …

“Sunflowers” painted by Vincent Van Gogh is a botanical painting of Sunflowers in a yellow vase on a table.
I think the painting “Sunflowers” is one that would probably be appreciated by those who have actually studied art and not for the art enthusiasts such as myself without much knowledge …

Piero Della Francesca is another Renaissance period although it is in the later part of the Renaissance. This painting is located in Galleria Degi in Uffizi, Florance. This is a very classical Renaissance portrait that is painted of and commissioned by a wealthy Duke and Duchess who lived in …

Marriage of Giovanni Arnolfini and His Bride is a tempra and oil painting and is located in the National Gallery in London. This lovely painting is one of the first of its time period and is a great example of a painting from the Renaissance time period. This is …

My grandson recently had a birthday party, and I purchased Snazaroo Face Painting Kit to paint all of the children’s faces in attendance. I did some running around and found Snazaroo at Michael’s Craft Store for less than fourteen dollars including tax. This product is …

My spouse wasn’t sure he was interested in going to the art museum, but to placate the seven year old, it was our destination on Saturday morning. We were pleased and said many “oooohs” and “aaahs” as we approached the huge building, which resembled something like a Greek …

Rebecca Latham’s painting entitled, “Changing Season-Black Chapped Chickadee” is the perfect visual representation of the changing of the season. Just as the title of the painting suggest, this little bird is a sure sign that the season are changing, and winter is approaching. The marvelous part of this painting, …

This painting has a strong, compelling presence. A man with coattails and a cane stands on a high, rocky mountain peak and looks down upon the lower peaks amidst the fogs. His stance is determined, triumphant, and pensive; the view is spectacular, but in a quiet, mysterious way.
Every time …

“Peach Tree in Bloom” painted by Vincent Van Gogh is a scenic painting of a single peach tree growing in someone’s backyard. I think this painting of the peach tree is visually stunning.
First, I love how visually stunning the colors are in this painting. It reminds me of the …

“Olive Trees” painted by Vincent Van Gogh is another emotional piece that is really unsettling to me. The fact that “Olive Trees” is unsettling to me is weird because when you think of a vineyard, you’re supposed to have happy thoughts when you’re taking in the scenic view …