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How to Draw Illuminated Letters
Before the invention of the printing press, scholars wrote all books by hand. These books were often decorated with elaborate illustrations, known as illumination, and were highly prized by collectors. Illuminated letters remain popular today and are used as logos, on stationery, or for personal mo
Dimensions of Arundo Bassoon Reeds
Finding out the dimensions of Arundo bassoon reeds can help you make a decision on which reed to buy for your bassoon. A bassoon is a woodwind instrument that makes sound when air passes through the reed. The musician alters the note by covering various holes on the instrument. Bassoon reeds have th
Tips & Techniques for Oil Painting Rocks
Rocks are often an integral part of oil painted landscapes. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors and, when done effectively by a skilled artist, can add characteristic atmosphere to an oil painting. There are many techniques oil painters can use to bring rocks to life on canvas. Some i
How to Draw on Triangular Dot Paper
Triangular dot paper is similar to square dot paper, which is like graph paper without the lines. Dots are laid out symmetrically across the paper in a repeating, diamond-shaped format. Triangular dot paper is useful for learning to draw three-dimensional shapes from a corner perspective, rather tha
Phantom Dream Volume 1
Read a review of Phantom Dream Volume 1, a shojo manga series by Natsuki Takaya from TokyoPop. Tamaki Otoya is the latest in a long line of Shinto shamans who protect humans from vengeful spirits and help tormented souls find peace. With help from his girlfriend Asahi, and guidance of his mother, Ta
How to Paint Textured Metal
Metal sometimes becomes pitted from the elements and needs repair, or it may have an existing texture that you'd like to paint. In some cases, the texture may be appealing to your personal tastes. In other cases, the texture may be an eyesore you wish to be rid of. Sprucing up an old metal surface c
New York Comic-Con 2008 Friday
A crowd of comics fans gather on Friday at New York Comic-Con 2008, New York City, NY
Learning How to Draw Rose Sketches
With their gracefully unfolding petals and the thorns that line their branches, roses offer plenty of interesting visual material for the artist who likes to draw flowers. If you like to fill the pages of your drawing pads with sketches, the rose has much to teach you. Sketching roses teaches you ab
Pros & Cons of Lithography
Lithography is the process of producing a printing with a stone or smooth metal plate. The positive part of the image is marked out on the plate with a hydrophobic (water-repelling) substance while the negative image is treated with a hydrophilic (water-attracting) substance. Therefore, when combi
How to Make a Nike Swoosh in Photoshop
The Nike Swoosh is one of the most famous brand logos in the world. Instantly recognizable by almost anyone, the Swoosh contains no letters but a right-pointing curved tick. The most straightforward way to make a Nike Swoosh of your own is to download a brush that mimics the style of the logo. From
Venus And Mars Surprised By Vulcan
This painting was named Venus And Mars Surprised By Vulcan, which was made by Tintoretto (1518-1594), a famous Italian Venice painter in the 16th century. He was born in Venice and died there on May ...
How to Paint Wood Silver
Silver paint has a high metallic sheen that causes it to dry unevenly when it is applied incorrectly. This particular color also tends to cover wood poorly unless the surface is treated with the right primer. If the wood isn't primed correctly, it will reject the silver paint.
Picture Matting Techniques
A wonderful way to enhance a picture is to apply different matting techniques. From single mats to highly embellished and hand-painted mats, even the simplest artwork can be dressed up with the right matting. A good framing shop should be able to show you multiple options for your artwork.
How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets With a Vintage Feel
Kitchen cabinets are subject to more wear and tear than any other piece of furniture, so it is unsurprising that they become a little tattered over time. If they are otherwise in good condition, then consider giving them a new paint finish. A vintage-look is ideal; achieve it by choosing appropriate