Art Articles

Culture and Society » Art | By Sebastian Marders @ Monday, 29th September 2008 @ 9:00 PM

What do you think of when you think of fine art? There is a recognized meaning to the phrase. But not everyone is aware of what it actually is. Many of us get so wrapped up in talking about it, and maybe debating general points that we never take the time to learn about the many facets that it entails. For many people, fine art is a term that evokes images of great paintings that hang within the many museums of the world. While these masterpieces undoubtedly qualify, there is a little mor... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Sebastian Marders @ Saturday, 27th September 2008 @ 5:41 PM

So you want to be an art collector. It is sometimes mused that there is an "art" to it. But saying that may have the effect of making it more complicated than it has to be. The first thing that you have to decide is what kind of collector you want to be. Anyone who has a love for great works of art is perfectly capable of purchasing some and enjoying their pieces privately. But is it your desire to be more than that? Do you want to really know your craft, and even be recognized as a skil... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Sebastian Marders @ Saturday, 27th September 2008 @ 5:02 PM

There are certain things in life that are generally thought of as things that we should have an interest in, in order to be well rounded individuals. This is not a good way for things to be introduced to us, however. Let's face it, who really wants to do things that we should be doing? It's like the classic argument between parent and child over eating vegetables. As artistic pursuits go, it is taken for granted that the urbane among us will often have an interest in things such as dan... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Andy West @ Thursday, 25th September 2008 @ 9:50 AM

Obviously, deciding whether or not to get a tattoo is a one's own choice. There are many great reasons to get a tattoo: as a memorial, to commemorate a major life event, or to symbolize an important relationship. There are a lot of bad reasons to get tattoos, as well. What follows are a whole lot of reasons people give for getting inked. Some of these reasons are very cool. Some of them are incredibly lame. Sometimes there is a very fine line separating the two. Is your... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Jordan McPelt @ Tuesday, 23rd September 2008 @ 11:45 PM

Bronze statues are a real ting of beauty. From the statues all over the world that are displayed outside in public spaces, to statues that belong to museums and private collections, bronze sculptures are revered for their beauty and the hard work that the artist must have put into designing and creating it. This is why when people find out that they have spent a lot of money to purchase a fake bronze statue, they are upset. So when you want to get an authentic one, you will want to know the diff... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Dallas Dougan @ Monday, 22nd September 2008 @ 7:15 PM

Returning home to walls covered in appealing art prints can uplift your spirits and help you to relax after a long day. It can also help you to feel like your house has really become a "home" because it draws out your creativity into your environment. When you are enjoying a fully nested domicile it is easier to take charge of your life and more interesting to have over guests for an evening. Studies have shown that natural surroundings help increase motivation. We believe that th... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Dallas Dougan @ Monday, 22nd September 2008 @ 6:56 PM

Finding your way back to a place adorned with appealing art prints can uplift your spirits and alleviate the pressure you feel after a long day. This will also improve your feeling that you belong in your home because it draws out your creativity into your environment. When you are living in a well-decorated home it is easier to relish your free time and more fun to have company over. Research has proven that office plants are more closely related to worker well-being than window access. ... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Timothy Tanis @ Monday, 22nd September 2008 @ 5:23 PM

Sanskrit tattoo designs are a absolute hit and not only for people who are into the religious and spiritual stuff. Celebrities and the general public have had one or more Sanskrit designs tattooed on their body. This is a definite proof these tattoo designs are wildly accepted by the public. It is not hard to scout for Sanskrit tattoo designs. There are online websites who can provide you samples of tattoos. It is actually not that many. Most of the Sanskrit images and symbols are the O... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Musa Aykac @ Tuesday, 16th September 2008 @ 7:44 PM

If you walk up to any person on the street and ask them if they can draw? You are bound to get a reply such as "I can't draw to save my life" or "Draw? You must be joking". Drawing is rarely a skill, obviously if you are a born talent and drawing is in your blood like Da Vinci or Banksy then there is nothing to really be taught. But not being able to draw is just a saying, or ignorance by a person who has not actually been taught. If you put a human mind to any task, ... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Rodney Dagan @ Tuesday, 16th September 2008 @ 4:25 PM

Have you noticed the writings on the pots and plates in the Chinese restaurants? Even their chopsticks, dresses, and other accessories were designed with Chinese calligraphy. It's so nice to see and use those china wares with artistic writings. It's like eating in an emperor's palace. You can't help but notice the different strokes of the brush used in every writings and paintings. It's as if every single word is an art to master. I can't stop wanderin... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Rodney Dagan @ Tuesday, 16th September 2008 @ 4:19 PM

The art of the Inuit, Native Americans of Canada and Alaska, reflects their deep connection the earth and sea. The Inuit have the traditional Native American deep reverence for the earth and nature and are among the world's oldest line of true "environmentalists". The Inuit are also pragmatists: they generally have not been taking man-made global warming or "Big Oil" alarmism seriously. The Inuit philosophy is that change is constant in nature, and they feel they hav... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Joe Horn @ Tuesday, 16th September 2008 @ 11:25 AM

Are you one of the million's of americans that are still looking for that perfect butterfly tattoo on back. If you are, that is probably because you are still using search engines. Thanks to forums like this, that no longer has to be a problem. Brand new butterfly tattoos on back are now easier to find than ever. The problem that most americans run into is that they are still using search engines to find all the latest tattoo designs. The problem with search engines is that they... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Rodney Dagan @ Monday, 15th September 2008 @ 11:17 PM

Africa, as the second largest continent, is a home to more than 50 countries and thousands of different ethnic and religious groups, which formed and shaped the countless artistic traditions. The kind of arts produced from region to region depends on the different religions. Native African religions greatly influenced the art objects rather than the architectures. They do not require the use of religious buildings for prayer but they professed their faith more through religious ob... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Rodney Dagan @ Monday, 15th September 2008 @ 10:33 PM

Native American art, hand-made and performance, is diverse, because there are so many Native American tribes. But certain generalities can be made about this art, because many of their core spiritual and religious beliefs are similar all across the tribes. One prevalent trait of all Native American art is the use of animistic themes. These are themes that stem both from lore and from shamanic teachings and experiences. Animism asserts that all beings and all things have a dynamic spiritu... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Rodney Dagan @ Sunday, 14th September 2008 @ 9:09 PM

India is a country with maximum diversity in religion, region, race, languages and cultures. This fact is clearly manifested in the diverse art forms, paintings, architecture, folklores and folk dances. India is said to be the home to the first known human civilization, the Indus Valley Civilization. The Indian art has been influenced by various cultures like the Dravidian, the Aryan, the Hindus, the Mughals and the Europeans over a period of time. The deeply spiritual and divers... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Kristi Ambrose @ Sunday, 14th September 2008 @ 5:33 PM

I love tattoos they are one of my favorite things. Of course this doesn't mean I have 25 of them, it just means I think it's an enjoyable type of art. I do have one tattoo as of right now, it's a pride tattoo that I decided I wanted to get a few years ago with a friend of mine. For me, I don't just get a tattoo for the heck of it. There has to be a symbolic reason behind it, if that makes sense. I'm always searching online however, for that new design addition I could ad... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Rodney Dagan @ Friday, 12th September 2008 @ 11:45 AM

The art of Egypt is heavily influenced by spiritual and religious ideas and culture that extends back thousands of years. Dynastic Egypt was one of the first civilizations in the world as defined by the modern concept of civilization. Ancient Egypt was a land of intense and all-pervasive magic. Egyptians were obsessed with the Afterlife more than they were with this life, even though this obsession belied a deep sensuality. The spiritual and religious ideas of the Egyptians all center ar... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Rodney Dagan @ Thursday, 11th September 2008 @ 8:44 PM

The Maori are the indigenous peoples of New Zealand. Like all cultures, the Maori expressed themselves in artistic ways. The Maori, however, have no word for "art." The traditional expert, or tohunga, in carving or weaving does not create a piece of art. They are merely the vessel used by the gods to express them in material form. This meant that all carvings, weavings and other artistic endeavors were charged with spiritual power, or mana. The act of creating a carving or other item was... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Ann Knapp @ Tuesday, 9th September 2008 @ 7:05 PM

The newest addition to metro Detroit's art scene is also one of the most anticipated. The Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD) delivers what it promises: contemporary art. Rather than exhibiting a permanent collection, the MOCAD acts as revolving showcase for both local and international artists. Even the museum's exterior has been put to artful use with a mural by artist Barry McGee and a neon piece by Martin Creed. As a non-collecting institution the MOCAD is able to res... more...

Culture and Society » Art | By Earl Garber @ Friday, 5th September 2008 @ 1:55 PM

Stained glass has had a long history of over 5,000 years throughout Europe, but due to the late discovery of North America the art form has had a rather short run comparatively in the States. The history of stained glass panels in the United States of course begins on the East coast since cities there have a head start over those on the West coast when it comes to development and the arts. John LaFarge was an accomplished painter and illustrator as well as a successful muralist. LaFarge ... more...