Would you like to download a copy of this book/website to read offline? Click Here to download the printable PDF version |
Painting Home
Publisher's Note
Author's Introduction
01. Materials
02. Construction Method
03. Three Key Palette
04. Organize Palettes
05. Terminology
06. Method of Drawing
07. Stages of Drawing
08. Get a Likeness
09. 1st Stage
10. 2nd Stage
11. 3rd Stage
12. 4th Stage
13. 5th Stage
14. Background
15. Form & Features
16. Painting Man
17. Painting Child
18. Child 1st Stage
19. Child 2nd Stage
20. Child 3rd Stage
21. Child 1st Painting
22. Child 2nd Painting
23. Remarks
Resources
Privacy PolicyContact Us
Where To Find The Best Of Affordable Art
|
|
So I was watching this flick the other night. Maybe you've heard of it. It's called "The Davinci Code." As you probably already know, it concerns art and some bizarre history regarding Jesus Christ. Well, as I watched Tom Hanks examine the Mona Lisa, it struck me how absurdly expensive artwork is. Now, I know what you may be thinking. Old paintings from centuries ago should be worth millions. However, I can't personally say that this ancient artwork does much for me. I mean, sure it's interesting, but so are plenty of the new paintings created today. I guess I would rather have some affordable art hanging on my wall that depicts exactly what I enjoy looking at. After all, art shouldn't be about the cost.
What moves you? This is a pertinent question for anyone who appreciates some sort of art. Maybe you're taken-back by phenomenal nature scenes or powerful waterfalls. This is totally understandable. I think it's safe to say that we all like to view beautiful things. Well did you know that you can get affordable art work depicting these visions? You could hang an outstanding nature scene on your wall and not empty out the savings account in the process. Think of all the art students out there, just dying to show and market their work. These are the folks to purchase from. Not only will you be acquiring some darn affordable art, but you'll be helping a struggling artist in the process.
When it comes to art, I prefer scenes of astronomy. I hired a local artist to come to my home and paint an awesome outer space scene on my daughter's bedroom walls. The artist did a brilliant job and my daughter loved it. At a total of 300 bucks, I would certainly call this affordable art. She completed the project in only two days. Imagine what I would have paid some famous artist for the very same work. It may have cost me the price of a car or something absurd. Art is not about money; it's about beauty and expression. Think about this the next time you're in the market for some art to compliment your home. I'll bet you can get a great deal from a college art student, who has plenty to offer.
