by Arrachme Sitting at luncheon with a group of friends. My girlfriend leaned over and whispered, “I am thinking of starting to paint. Which type of paint should a beginner use?” Little did she know that this question to me is like, which came first the chicken of the egg? As always, I paused before […]
By Arrachme Painting in a series entails creating an interconnected body of work, typically by a single artist. A theme runs through the art so there is no doubt that they stem from the same creative mind. For collectors, this consistency in style can be captivating. They might fall in love with the thread that […]
Could upside down art help the everyday person? Recently, I read an article stating that many paintings were mistakenly hung upside down. This might not be unusual, however they stayed in that position unnoticed for decades. Some locations were London, France, and America, hung well-known museums. These artists’ works are a part of a museum’s […]
When we think of the holiday season, gold or silver alloys and twinkling lights come to mind. Creating art with pounded gold leaf is an exciting medium to use and can be especially vibrant at this time. It can be used at the beginning, middle, or end of a painting with a variety of quality […]
With great enthusiasm, the close of Halloween prompts a trip to the storeroom to pull out the holiday decorations. It is easy to decorate a tree on a budget. Decisions, decisions!? The Nature-Inspired Holiday Debacle I was living in a mostly glass condominium building overlooking Tampa Bay. Inspired by the incredible view of greenery and […]
When the holiday season rolls around, we naturally think of unique and creative ways to help others. Every act of kindness does matter. Some people will give a turkey to a needy family. Others will donate generously to youth foundations. It may not matter to these individuals whether their donation goes to one or impacts […]
Often, we have read that art can be a healing tool for people who are in medical environments. Friends report that an occasional trip to a museum can be relaxing and mentally balancing. The calm flowing lines of a seascape can transport a soul into another world for hours on end, as soothing artwork. What […]
The Internet is a powerful tool for everyone in our modern world. I am frequently asked, “Are online art exhibitions worthwhile?” Rest assured, once artists know the options and tools that are available, they can choose wisely. World events caused all of us to spend two years indoors. The result was that online exhibitions, podcasts, […]
About five times a month, I am asked the question, “Is it too late for me to be an artist?” My answer has always taken a bit more probing. It is never too late for someone that wants to begin painting, for personal pleasure. Making art is good for the soul in that it ignites […]
by Arrachme Many people that buy art ask this question. Which should I buy, oil or acrylic paintings? Which lasts longer? Since I paint with many different mediums, I am always prepared to answer with a myriad of facts. Often collectors are looking for art that they are emotionally attached to, to hang on their […]
by Arrachme Just like any profession, not all artists speak the same language. One analogy is the field of medicine. An eye surgeon and an orthopedic surgeon may enter medical school at the same place. Both end up as surgeons and both are doctors. After basics, they branch off into their chosen field. It makes […]
by Arrachme Retiring does not mean becoming sedentary. Couples or singles can easily adjust to a whole new wonderful life. In my opinion, it all begins with art. How does a routine morning coffee, moving into daily business duties, and traffic-filled roads on the return home easily morph into The Village life? Most of us […]
