Real Art! : The Paint by Number Book & Kit
By Douglas Brenner Paintings by Nancy Stahl Workman, $24.95 Paint-by-numbers used to be considered the Muzak of wall art. But in the past decade, the color-keyed paintings have become wildly popular with the design cognoscenti, who love the chic yet playful effect they create in combination with again-fashionable midcentury modern furniture. The demand for these charming color-keyed canvases may exceed the once-plentiful supply, but collectors and interior designers can create their own masterpieces now that writer Douglas Brenner and artist and illustrator Nancy Stahl have created the perfect paint-by-numbers kit. Budding van Goghs can break out the brushes, dip them into one of 18 big acrylic pots and begin painting on one of the 10 board “canvases,” each one recalling a familiar subject from the enormous paint-by-numbers repertoire. In <i>Real Art!</i>, Brenner writes the compelling history of the wildly popular ’50s pastime (who knew there were Cubist and Frankenstein’s monster paint-by-numbers?) and gives a brief description of each canvas included, plus an excellent primer on how to paint, frame and display finished work. In all of its charm, <i>Real Art!</i> serves as a much-needed reminder that the most inviting interiors always include something hand-crafted. You could do worse than rendering your very own version of the <i>Mona Lisa</i>.
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Etsy has everything, from modern to vintage in art, jewelry, clothing etc. I can spend hours browsing the links and shops of individual designers and entrepreneurs. I receive inspiration each time I visit.
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Your budding artists can both create and display their masterpieces with this unique art tower!
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Give Mom, a sister or girlfriend an opportunity to explore her creative potential in one of three 3-day workshops. Held in the sleepy and scenic California town of Carmel-by-the-Sea, these "safaris" are more introspective adventu... Give Mom, a sister or girlfriend an opportunity to explore her creative potential in one of three 3-day workshops. Held in the sleepy and scenic California town of Carmel-by-the-Sea, these "safaris" are more introspective adventures given under the guidance of professional artists. She can choose from "Abstract Painting", "Impresia Printmaking" or "Encaustic Painting". She'll come away refreshed, renewed and newly skilled. Good gifting.
Tags: art, California, paintings, printmaking, creativity, artwork, safari, art education, Carmel by the SeaAdded 2 Years Ago from Artistacreative -
Long a believer in the artist inside each of us, Keri Smith goes one step beyond in this book that encourages us to reconsider our conceptions of art, time and even life itself. Its journal format will encourage world-chaning sel... Long a believer in the artist inside each of us, Keri Smith goes one step beyond in this book that encourages us to reconsider our conceptions of art, time and even life itself. Its journal format will encourage world-chaning self-expression.
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Свою живопись акварелью и гуашью показывает молодой художник из Магнитогорска Андрей Смоленкин. Натюрморты, городские пейзажи и зарисовки
Tags: pictures, creativity, portraits, paintings, landscapes, gouache, живопись, искусство, watercolourAdded 3 Years Ago from Smolenkin -
This is the next step for the Etch-a-Sketch fans! Zenrific fun!
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For the serious Artist in you......
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The scene of tribal conflicts and guerrilla incursions, Ethiopia's Omo Valley is also home to fascinating rites and traditions that have survived for thousands of years. The nomadic peoples who inhabit this valley share a gift for... The scene of tribal conflicts and guerrilla incursions, Ethiopia's Omo Valley is also home to fascinating rites and traditions that have survived for thousands of years. The nomadic peoples who inhabit this valley share a gift for body painting and elaborate adornments borrowed from nature.
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A practical guide to Plein Air painting, particularly in getting organized with supplies and gear. Sounds like what I would need. Now if I could just sit in some exotic locale and paint a beautiful vista in my large brimmed hat ... A practical guide to Plein Air painting, particularly in getting organized with supplies and gear. Sounds like what I would need. Now if I could just sit in some exotic locale and paint a beautiful vista in my large brimmed hat and jodhpurs.
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The artist in me used to love to paint watercolors, when I was younger, maybe I could find the hobby good again. Although, figure painting sounds better.....
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My little cousin has this colorful easel she uses to paint and pretty much make a mess. This easel can keep my cousin occupied for hours.
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Phaidon provides an exhaustive collection on Design, Architecture, Photography, Drawing, Painting, Music and Film. This is the ultimate art collection. Perfect for inspiration.
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Drawing gets some much deserved attention in this great book by Phaidon. This has everything from A to Z, new to very old - a great primer. Gorgeous spine quietly stands out on your shelves.
Tags: art, books, music, interior design, film, paintings, photography, coffee table books, architectureAdded 7 Years Ago from Phaidon -
Can't you feel the texture of the paper, jumping out at you from behind the screen? Gorgeous!
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