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How to Improve Your Creative Drawing Skills
People who practice their creative drawing skills are able to view their surroundings and creatively represent them on paper. Creative drawing can stand alone as an art form or it can be the basis of other types of art. Drawing is a skill that takes years to develop, but people can quickly improve b
Basics of Water Based Makeup
Water based makeup, which also goes by the name of face paint, has gone very popular within just a few days. There are two types of water based makeup available in the market, for professional ...
Robotech Goodies
Cosplayers, panelists, and events from the New Jersey anime convention AnimeNext.
How to Airbrush Thin Lines
An airbrush is a spray tool used to paint or graffiti with. It is commonly used to coat the surface of a car because it creates a smooth, even layer when applied correctly. For artists, airbrushing is a versatile form of using paint. However, perfecting the technique requires lots of practice and a
Shonen Jump Magazine Preview - Intro
See preview pages from the English language edition of the revamped January 2011 issue of Shonen Jump Magazine, published by VIZ Media. See photos, pages and manga previews including descriptions of Yura: Rise of the Yokai Clan, Psyren and Yu-Gi-Oh 5D's.
How to Design a Gallery Retail Store
If you are planning a gallery retail store you have to be sure to give each of your pieces the right amount of space to truly shine so that the perfect buyer can find it. While designing and arranging your gallery, keep in mind how a buyer will view the paintings and artwork and make sure not to ove
Famous Canvas Oil Paintings of Horses
Oil paints became popular among artists in the 15th century because they are versatile and their colors remain bright through many years of display and storage. Oil paintings are made by mixing powdered pigments with oil. Linseed oil is most commonly used. Oils may be used as they are, or may be thi
Ways to Prepare & Paint Wooden Houses
Painting should be a routine part of home maintenance.house 3 image by michael langley from Fotolia.comPainting is a routine part of maintenance for a house with wood siding. The proper preparation of the siding before the application of paint improves the durability of the paint and...
How to Paint a Claw-Foot Tub
Heaven can almost be attained by a nice soak in a warm tub after a long day. Bath tubs come in every size, shape, and color you can imagine but an all time favorite since Victorian days has been the claw-foot tub. The deep soak tub with it's raised back and namesake "claw" feet instead of a pedestal
Interview: Felipe Smith - Page 2
Read an interview with American/Jamaican/Argentinean manga creator Felipe Smith, the artist and author of Peepo Choo and MBQ. Smith has the rare distinction of being one of the first American comics creators to produce a monthly comics series for Morning Magazine, one of the top seinen manga publica
Painting Flowers & Vines on Glass
Painting flowers and vines on a glass will boost the appeal of any beverage set and allow you to literally put your creative stamp on the glasses. Always paint on the outside of glass and take your time with your design. Once the glass is painted, bake it on low heat in the oven to set the paint.
Early American Decorative Art
The Colonial period in America produced many finely decorative art pieces. The new settlers tried to reproduce art pieces that they remembered from their homelands, including woodwork, glass work, ceramics, metal work, textiles and decorative art. New techniques and trends were developed by designer
How to Paint Rough Cut Exterior Wood
Rough cut wood is utilized for various exterior building projects. It is a fraction of the cost of finished lumber, and it is typically thicker than finished cuts. However, painting newly installed rough cut lumber can present a challenge because of its jagged and splintered surfaces. It is possible
Different Types of Vehicle Signs And How These Are Used
In the business arena, the enterprise that attracts the most customers survives and grows while the rest strive and struggle to get noticed and may eventually even fail to sustain themselves. This is a harsh ...
How to Oil Paint Stones
Adding color to steppingstones, stone walls and garden stones provides a creative, personalized touch to an outdoor space. Painting smaller rocks for use in rock beds adds a splash of color to an otherwise dull and boring stone backdrop. Painted stones have many uses including address markers, namep
Magazine Design Training
There is a growing trend among magazine publishers to hire people with post-secondary education and training in magazine design. Individuals interested in learning how to design magazines are best served by enrolling in graphic design courses. Many colleges and universities offer programs in Communi
How to Draw a Single Squirrel
Often seen sitting on their hind legs eating the acorns, hickory nuts and other plants that primarily make up their diet, a single squirrel is an excellent subject for a budding wildlife artist. Squirrels are a common tree-dwelling rodent throughout North America, considered adorable by many because
How to Paint Cedar Paneling
If you are planning to finish your cedar paneling with a coat of paint, there are a few things you should know before you begin the application process. Because bare cedar is ill-suited for adhesion, you must condition the paneling with the appropriate base coat, or the finish will eventually fail.