Art Myths Debunked (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 07:47:49 PM, by Corinne Cain) Assumption: Art becomes more valuable once an artist dies.
Actuality: Prices escalate only when demand is greater than
supply. Prices can increase if there was a shortage of the
artist's work prior to his or her death and if the demand
continues to...
Sounding More Art Savvy (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 07:47:49 PM, by Corinne Cain) Want to sound like someone who is art savvy? Make sure you don't
use the following art "faux pas."
* Using the word "seriagraph" - Actually, there is no such thing
as a seriagraph. What you are attempting to reference is a form
of printmaking known...
What Is A Monoprint? What Is Foxing (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 07:47:49 PM, by Corinne Cain) What is a Monoprint?
A monoprint is
frequently interchanged with the word "monotype". "Monoprint"
tends to be used by academics versus those selling art to the
design community who prefer the word "monotype".
An artist starts by "painting" o...
Donating Art (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 07:47:49 PM, by Corinne Cain) Compare donating art to adopting art: both require planning.
* Locate a qualifying institution to accept the item. * Pass the
related use test. * Arrange for an appraisal not more than 60
days ahead of the date of gift. * Obtain a letter of acceptan...
Oil On Canvas (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 07:47:49 PM, by Corinne Cain) Conservation is defined as remedial attention given to extend
the life of a work of art. The process often reconstitutes
missing material by additions. These additions may be either
visible or invisible and serve to restore the work's unity.
One of...
Bathroom Vanities (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 07:47:49 PM, by Kimberly Lawn) Prolonged gazing into one's bathroom mirror used to be
considered quite a vice. For vanity, it is said, is the
step-sister of pride. With nothing more to the bathrooms of
yesteryear than a sink, toilet, and mirror, we were offered
little choice about ...
Not Savvy Collecting (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 07:47:49 PM, by Corinne Cain) Original paintings by Renoir, Chagall, Picasso, Rembrandt and
Mary Cassatt at a discount buying club??? Embarking more than 25
miles each way to experience possibly original prints by these
artists, I figured the press release was probably only slightl...
How To Prevent Skin Cancer - Risk Factors Revealed (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 07:47:49 PM, by Logan Pallas) Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United
States, but there are steps that one can take to help reduce
their risk of developing the disease. The most widely discussed
preventative measure is to minimize exposure to the sun's UV
rays,...
Workbenches & Building Options (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 07:47:49 PM, by Logan Pallas) Workbenches are an essential tool for the handyman or the
do-it-yourselfer. Just as an artist needs organization for quick
access to a paintbrush, a builder needs a workbench for
efficiency and to easily locate his/her tools.
Workbenches can be bui...
Above Ground Pools (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 07:47:49 PM, by Mike) Nothing can beat the heat of summer like the cool, refreshing
waters of a swimming pool. The cold water of swimming pool is a
haven in the scorching heat of summer. You never want to get out
of the swimming pool. The pool becomes irresistible.
Swim...
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