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9 Steps to Casting a Bronze Sculpture

I have often wondered how a bronze sculpture is made. Unlike Michelangelo's statue of David, which is made of marble, you cannot carve bronze. But you do carve or create your sculpture in other material and then cast it in bronze. This takes multiple step... Read >

A Beginner's Guide To Home Interior Decorating

There is probably nothing more rewarding after a hard day's work than retiring to a house that you have decorated yourself. When you want your house to be truly unique, exercising creative control is your best option. Home interior decorating brings out y... Read >

Easy Home Decorating Tips Anyone Can Use

When focusing on home decorating topics, there are a few things that you should give your utmost attention to in order to ensure that the space you are designing looks as good as it possibly can. By reviewing factors like colors, styles, shapes, and the s... Read >

Modern Abstract Art Demands Participation From The Observer

Modern abstract art is both celebrated and misunderstood. It is the epitome of artistic freedom of expression, using forms, textures and colors that often represent emotions or other intangible elements, rather than actual physical objects. It emphasizes ... Read >

Bronze Sculpture Has a Long and Proud History

Bronze sculpture has been around for a long time. Besides bronzes longevity, artists particularly like this type of metal because it slightly expands before it sets. This allows the artist to apply the finest details to the piece. Bronze is not brittle an... Read >

Knowing the Differences Between Original Art and Reproductions

Art itself has such a universal appeal that, for many purposes, it doesn't matter if it is original art or not. Throughout time, people have loved the way art moves and inspires them. There are so many types of art that there is always something for every... Read >

Lea Kelley: An Abstract Expansionist

Last month I wrote a brief introductory article about a wonderful Bellingham, Wa. artist named Lea Kelley. She is active in her community, is a delightful and insightful person who has proven herself to not only be a very educated and technical artist, bu... Read >

Interior Design Tips For Small Living Spaces

If you live in a small home or apartment, there are numerous interior design secrets that you can incorporate to help your dwelling appear larger while still making use of every inch of space possible. Use the following steps to get your creativity flowin... Read >

Contemporary Interior Design Styles are Accented with Good Art

There are numerous contemporary interior design styles, which is good because we all have different tastes, we all like something different in our living spaces. Where one style may make you feel comfortable and at home, another style, that appeals to som... Read >

What is Original Art?

You can walk into most any mall and find a poster or print shop, and in that shop you can find prints from world famous artists. Anyone can own a Monet, Rembrandt, Van Gogh, or, if you like modern abstract art, you can even find a small version of a Jacks... Read >

A Brief History of Haitian Art

After the earthquake last January, Haiti has been in the news and at front of peoples minds. There was great human suffering, and many around the world came together to help the people of Haiti. From this we are reminded, as we so often are not in the dai... Read >

Children of Haiti and the Art Creation Foundation For Children

The children of Haiti are like children everywhere in many respects. They love to play and have fun. They get lonely and sad. They love to sit and cuddle with a parent or older sibling. They fall down and skin their knees and need to be picked up, brushed... Read >

How a Bronze Sculpture is Made

A bronze sculpture has gravitas. Even a small or whimsical piece made out of bronze demands respect. It is a material not to be taken lightly. In fact, the sheer heft of bronze gives weight to its presence and sense of place. Whether sitting alone on a po... Read >

The Bronze Sculptures of Ann Fleming: Windows to the Essential

I have recently become intrigued with the processes and motivations behind the work of sculptural artist Ann Fleming. The bronze sculptures she creates are so compelling that I thought I'd spend a few minutes exploring this fascinating artist. On Fleming'... Read >

Ann Fleming Honors Women with Bronze Sculptures

An artist who's work I came across recently that really impressed me is that of Ann Fleming. Her work is especially impressive if you consider her history.  For over 25 years Ann was a professional potter, working in both functional house wares and home a... Read >