If you intend to self-publish, then there are two key questions that need to be addressed. In what format should you publish your artwork? What level of exclusivity do you place on your artwork? It is not possible to even go to market without knowing what you are going to sell. The art, in [...]

First impressions are lasting impressions.In show business, the first impression can sometimes be the last impression. Producers, directors and casting directors are busy people. The deciding factor in giving an unknown (or even an experienced actor whose opportunities have been limited) a chance to read for a part is often based on first impressions.Always have [...]

Art lovers often further explore their passion with a subscription to an art auction magazine. Whether they're reading about its impact on the Middle East in Art Auction Magazine or browsing Lari Pittman's portfolio on ArtNet, these people are effectively increasing their knowledge and becoming experts. After all, it's a great way to [...]

The rare antiques heroic figure of John Constable, his life just shown on a British television, was one of struggle most of his life, and yet his visionary way of approaching nature caused him to be the sensation of the Paris Art Show in 1818, and again in 1819. The following French artists who followed, [...]

It is believed that the Aphrodite of Cnidus, created by Greek artist Praxiteles in the 4th Century BC, was the first statue to feature a life sized nude female. The statue depicted Aphrodite preparing for her virginity restoring bath. A drapery is being dropped by the left hand and the other hand covers her genitals. [...]

The Thinker, a marble and bronze sculpture created by Auguste Rodin, is a widely recognizable work of art. The subject is a man in a seated position, leaning forward so that his elbows rest on his knee and his hand tucked under his chin for a look of contemplation. He is thought to be thinking [...]

It is only when you get close enough do you realise that despite their deeply out of place appearance these ladies are more a part of Margate than any other resident, they are in fact a part of the town, they are made from it. Painstakingly crafted from shells, primarily those of the local scallops [...]

Mr. Sam Butcher started out over 30 years past creating wonderful drawn gifts for his friends and his close family depicted lovely children with tear dropped shaped eyes, he called these his "Precious Moments".Sam's talent for artistic creations blossomed at a very young age and most of all he had his Mother's encouragement to learn [...]

Licensing of artworks can be quite appealing to new artists as this reduces outlay and frees up time for creativity. Under these arrangements, the artist's responsibility is the supply of high resolution digital images at print quality. The licensee, usually an art publisher, is responsible for the post-creation sales. The publisher is generally responsible for [...]

Did you ever get an opportunity to show your focus in life; to let people know how determined you are; to let the individuals around you have an idea about your aim? I am sure you would have. However, here is a very simple and innovative way to let this happen. You can sport a [...]