Isabelle de Borchgrave creates stunning renaissance period costumes that are meticulously detailed and accurate -- and made entirely out of paper. Her work may look like the centerpiece of a renaissance faire, but they find their way to the top museums around the world. De Borchgrave shows through her masterpieces how art imitates life.
Words: 500 Downloads: 0 Category: Visual Arts By: angeloCreating unique photographs is an art, and learning how to take photos of moving objects at exceptionally close distances requires patience, skill and practice. Water makes a fascinating subject to photograph and controlling its movement to evoke a suspended droplet can provide many hours of expertise and creativity on the part of the photographer.
Words: 552 Downloads: 0 Category: Visual Arts By: Suzanne JamesThis article explores whether investing in art is a good idea. It lays out the basic risks of purchasing art as an investment, as well as why some investors still think it´s worthwhile. It also discusses how to better prepare yourself for investing in art.
Words: 493 Downloads: 0 Category: Visual Arts By: HyperModernContentMany professional photographers, especially those new to the business, mistakenly think that they have to book their photography sessions or weddings on the telephone, when the prospect first calls to ask about photography services. Not only is that a big leap of faith for the potential client, it´s also unnecessary! The actual purpose of that first telephone call is to simply get the prospect to agree to meet with us personally for a face-to-face consultation. It´s during that second encounter that the photographer will make the actual booking, and it´s made much easier if the photographer first develops mutual trust with the client.
Words: 783 Downloads: 0 Category: Visual Arts By: Nigel MerrickThis article details information on how and where to rent silk screen equipment. Finding a rental outlet for this specialized equipment is difficult, but this article helps the reader in locating it.
Words: 482 Downloads: 0 Category: Visual Arts By: Amanda PetersonBungalows are small homes popularized by the Arts and Crafts movement of the early twentieth century. The most well known, original bungalows are in high demand in southern California. This article offers easy-to-follow tips for anyone interested in drafting their own bungalow house plans.
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