Stonehouse: Discover How Dreams Turn into Reality
Dreams can take us to far-off places and fantasy worlds, or they can plunge us deep into the darkest of places. But even the most vivid of dreams are just fleeting moments that are virtually impossible to hold onto. Many artists have tried
Color Palette: Are There Any Famous Paintings That Use Three Colors or Less?
When we think of paintings, we think of color – lots of color. Whether it’s realism, abstract, painterly, impressionism or expressionism, most artists use an array of colors in various shades to create their work. It’s hard to imagine that any
Tom Chambers Photography: How Mexican Folk Art Inspired Him to Change the Hunt
Photography has long been viewed as a tool for capturing reality. Whether it’s the harrowing expressions on a war refugee’s face, a happy moment amongst friends or the sun setting over a mountain, traditional photographers have an innate talent for
What’s the Difference Between Etching and Engraving in Art?
Etching vs. Engraving: what’s the difference? At first glance, you may not be able to tell the difference between these two art forms. But the techniques and tools used in etching and engraving are very different. Art buyers who are
Oil vs Acrylic: What’s Trending?
For centuries, oil paints were the standard medium for painters around the world. Versatile and easy to blend, this type of paint transformed the art world and is responsible for the classical works we still admire to this day. Today, more artists are using acrylic paints
Who is Martha Chapa? A Look at This Famous Mexican Artist’s Life
Martha Chapa, Mexican painter, writer and sculptor, has produced more than 250 individual exhibitions and more than 1,800 collective exhibitions worldwide. Born in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Chapa has produced several well-known works of art, including The Red Grotto, Apple Soap,
Artista Urbano Saner: su obsesión con las mascaras y lo prehispánico
Saner y las artes visuales Edgar Flores mejor conocido como Saner es un artista mexicano que ha logrado posicionar sus obras a nivel mundial. Este artista visual es considerado una referencia del nuevo muralismo mexicano. Ha sido invitado a participar en
10 Questions You Never Should Ask an Artist
The art world can be a pretty weird place, and talking to artists about their work can be intimidating. Unless you’re privy to what’s cool and not cool to ask (i.e. you’re a fine artist yourself), you’re better off smiling,
Bob Ross Painting For Sale: The Most Wanted Artwork
He’s known for his “happy little trees” and making art accessible to everyone. Bob Ross may not be in the same league as Leonardo da Vinci, but he had a special way of humanizing the art of painting. He taught
Piñatas Are Not as Mexican As You Think They Are
Piñatas are associated with Mexican heritage, but did you know that they might not have originated in Mexico? Historically, the first written record of the piñata comes from the famous Marco Polo during his visit to China. He records seeing brightly
