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		<title>Original Oil Paintings For Sale</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jun 2010 07:02:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Austin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Original oil paintings may come in contemporary, impressionism, art nouveau, abstract, still life as well as many other styles. One may find paintings of landscapes, seascapes, religious figures, sports, patriotic symbols, flowers, nature and a plethora of other options to choose from. They can be full of color and design, and can be found to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Original oil paintings may come in contemporary, impressionism, art nouveau, abstract, still life as well as many other styles. One may find paintings of landscapes, seascapes, religious figures, sports, patriotic symbols, flowers, nature and a plethora of other options to choose from. They can be full of color and design, and can be found to match any type and style of decor that you may have.</p>
<p>Maybe what you desire is a portrait painted of yourself or your family. If you have an idea of your own, you can share it with an artist for hire, and he might be able to paint your idea for you. There are also businesses where you can send in a photo that you would like to have painted, and they will paint the picture in the photo for a negotiated or set price. Typically, prices can be negotiated. You do not have to settle for one specific size. You can find them to cover large or small areas. It can be put onto different sizes of canvas in order to suit your taste.</p>
<p>Original oil paintings can come from many different sources. Sometimes they are sold at auctions. If you can locate an artist, there is a possibility that they will sell their artwork directly to you. Usually it is more convenient to go through a gallery or an art dealer. Some museums will offer originals for sale. Do you desire artwork that looks nice but not quite museum or gallery quality? If so, then online stores and different department stores offer selections at discounted prices.</p>
<p>A budget for what you can afford should be made. The prices of the painting depend on many factors. Some of which include the age, style, location of purchase and the artist of the artwork. Old paintings that were done by well-known artists may be costly. Artists just starting out or commercial artists may not charge as much for their pieces. Tri Panel paintings are a style of work where one piece of art is painted onto three separate panels. It is may be a creative way to make a statement to your friends and family. They might be affordable to your budget.</p>
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		<title>Modern Art Paintings Will Work in Most Design Schemes</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2010 07:24:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Thomson Thomas</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Modern Art]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many people are interested in decorating their homes the right way to achieve a space that makes them feel comfortable and cozy. One way to do that is by knowing what your style is and finding pieces that bring you a special feeling. Of course, leaving walls bare is something that must be avoided. Therefore, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many people are interested in decorating their homes the right way to achieve a space that makes them feel comfortable and cozy. One way to do that is by knowing what your style is and finding pieces that bring you a special feeling. Of course, leaving walls bare is something that must be avoided. Therefore, you should find artwork that interests you and works with your style. Modern art paintings will work in most design schemes and will give your room that boost it may need.</p>
<p>When it comes to modern art paintings, you can frame them or you can leave them as is, on canvas with a thick back that brings them away from the wall. Either way, they make a great statement. What you should look for in the art is that it says something to you. But, at the same time, you want it to work with the rest of the room.</p>
<p>Bold modern art also looks great in a room that is monochromatic or very subtle in color throughout. This gives the room some added punch that is necessary in decor.</p>
<p>Depending on the artist and many other points, you can pay thousands of dollars for a beautiful painting. But, there are also very affordable ones that can cost less than $100. Obviously it depends on your financial status and your likes. A good quality original painting is expensive, but it is also an investment. Many people have made a good amount of money buying and selling pieces like this.</p>
<p>If you are looking to buy a great piece, do the research you need. Learn about the various artists and what makes their pieces stand out above the rest. This will certainly help you pick work from one who is reputable and sought after, ensuring your investment is a good one.</p>
<p>For the most part, many of us are looking for artwork that is timeless and will stay with us forever. At the same time, many of us don&#8217;t have huge budgets for these items. But, not all is lost. There are lots of artists who create incredible works and sell them to make a living. These can be bought at galleries, in stores, and even on the streets.</p>
<p>If you love it and it speaks to you, then you are sure to find a place for it in your home. If you find one that you would love to use on a particular room in your home but it is too small for it, find a way to frame it so that it provides that impact that you were aiming for.</p>
<p>The truth is that modern art paintings started in 1870. It was basically termed this to describe art made with new ideas or different ways of seeing things. Take for example, the very famous impressionist, Claude Monet. As his sight grew poorer, he painted as he saw: out of focus. But, in the art world, this movement came to an end in the early 1970&#8242;s. From there on, post-modern began.</p>
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		<title>Culinary Arts Education Challenge</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Apr 2010 07:27:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kevin Kelly</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Information & Education]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The culinary arts are more than simple cooking these days they’ve expanded into an academic pursuit. People all over the world see cooking and food preparation as an art. Restaurants build their reputation and profits off the skill and expertise of their team of chefs. The saying “the way to a man’s heart is through [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The culinary arts are more than simple cooking these days they’ve expanded into an academic pursuit. People all over the world see cooking and food preparation as an art. Restaurants build their reputation and profits off the skill and expertise of their team of chefs. The saying “the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach” certainly rings true in this respect. A restaurant relies on its chefs and good preparation to build repeat customers using unique recipes and ground breaking ingredients. Many large food retailers and manufacturers utilise the skills of culinary artists for their ready to eat named products. Most of which are of such a high standard they could be served in restaurants.</p>
<p>These days more and more traditional institutions that cater for culinary arts students are beginning to appear in all walks of life. Students are being employed in holiday resorts, cruise liners, hotels and restaurants. World famous chefs are opening schools to train the future master chefs. The best culinary arts schools supply hands on and real time training in fully functional kitchens. The students of today are very well prepared for the trials of their future.</p>
<p>Few culinary art study courses are focusing on the science of cooking, others on food decorating methods and ingredients. These courses also split training into soups, meats, stocks, poultry and pastries. Other schools are beginning to run courses on exotic cookery. All students today are very well trained with regards to food safety and sanitation.</p>
<p>As is par for the course with virtually all professions, the newly graduated culinary arts student will find himself at the bottom of the ladder. This is common in the highly discriminatory food preparation industry. Only after years of toil and effort will a chef qualify to the status of a master chef. Highly talented chefs probably won’t wait long to reach this coveted and elevated status though, as long as they apply themselves well and build a solid reputation. </p>
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		<title>Modern Art Canvas Print</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 08:15:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Austin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Modern Art]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Geometric Designs]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Modern Art Canvas]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Modern art canvas prints are wonderful options for enhancing the appearance of any room. With their elegance and variety, art canvas prints add value to the spaces they adorn. Modern art gives expression to various inner visions and real life themes and they have an innate appeal of their own. These artworks are usually expressed [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Modern art canvas prints are wonderful options for enhancing the appearance of any room. With their elegance and variety, art canvas prints add value to the spaces they adorn. Modern art gives expression to various inner visions and real life themes and they have an innate appeal of their own. These artworks are usually expressed in an innovative style. Due to their novelty, more and more art lovers are showing an increasing preference for modern art canvas prints.</p>
<p>Technology has made it possible for artists to preserve their creative work without damage. Computer generated digital prints can be produced on canvases and these are long lasting. You can get inspirational artworks from around the globe and get them printed easily with the help of digital printing companies. With these modern art prints, you can create your own art gallery in your working or living space. These art prints can be made on cotton canvas, artist’s grade canvas, or matte canvas. You can get the images printed on quality canvases, and then have them mounted on solid wooden frames.</p>
<p>You can have modern art canvas prints of abstract paintings, oil paintings, geometric designs, giclée art and other artworks. Canvas prints feature attractive color combination, UV proof ink and realistic imaging. These are durable and hence worth keeping as decorative items in your home or workplace. Most of the digital printing firms utilize innovative technology to produce top quality prints. Computer files, photographs or slides can be easily transferred into attractive canvas prints. Let your living rooms and office rooms acquire a stunning look with stylish modern art canvas prints.</p>
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		<title>Famous Modern Art Museums</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2009 08:19:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Stewards</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are two major art museums that the modern art enthusiast must visit. One is the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, New York. The other is located in Paris, France called Musee d&#8217;Orsay, which translates to the Museum of Orsay. These two museums feature abstract art in its best form. Abstract painting [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are two major art museums that the modern art enthusiast must visit. One is the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, New York. The other is located in Paris, France called Musee d&#8217;Orsay, which translates to the Museum of Orsay. These two museums feature abstract art in its best form. Abstract painting is a form that can be difficult to appreciate, but for those who love it, these museums are must-sees.</p>
<p>Located in the heart of the city that never sleeps, the Museum of Modern Art, the MOMA, is praised all over the globe for its incredible collection of modern art. The museum has everything from projects made simply out of cardboard and a little bit or metal to the first set of moving pictures. Just recently, the MOMA had an exhibit titled &#8220;Paper: Pressed, Stained, Slashed and Folded&#8221; where the artist illustrated the different ways in which paper can be manipulated. The MOMA even shows films throughout the year. MOMA also has a part of the museum dedicated to modern photography. This famous museum also has a film component to it. Currently, MOMA is featuring a film called &#8220;Nollywood Babylon&#8221; which is a documentary about film in the African nation of Nigeria. </p>
<p>Musee d&#8217;Orsay, is located in Paris, France along the Seine River. This museum is home to all of the different forms of contemporary art like sculptures, painting, books and film. The museum also features different kinds of contemporary art such as furniture. Interestingly enough, the museum was originally built out of a railway station. Not only does the museum feature contemporary art, but also work from the mid 1800s until the mid 1900s. It has incredible collections of photographs and architectural drawings. The museum has one of the best collections of impressionist art, a form of contemporary art, in the world. Probably one of the most interesting things about the museum is it features an exhibit of how the museum was originally designed. </p>
<p>These two museums are perfect for those wanting to find incredible collections of contemporary art. Each is located in a beautiful spot of their respective cities, which makes them even more incredible. These museums also feature different types of exhibits than regular art museums such as, film, photography, and architecture. Even, if you are not a connoisseur of contemporary art, these museums are sure to have something for everyone. Next time you are in New York City or Paris, you should certainly consider taking a walk through these museums.</p>
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		<title>Different Kinds of Art Galleries</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2009 04:49:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Art Gallery]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Art galleries are the perfect settings for exhibiting art, generally visual art such as paintings, sculptures, and photography.When it comes to art galleries you will find lots varieties as there are different kinds of art existing. Commonly, an art gallery comprises of precise focus and further managed by a custodian who expertise in such kind [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Art galleries are the perfect settings for exhibiting art, generally visual art such as paintings, sculptures, and photography.When it comes to art galleries you will find lots varieties as there are different kinds of art existing. Commonly, an art gallery comprises of precise focus and further managed by a custodian who expertise in such kind of art. General concerns of art galleries comes from particular area, art in a particular medium or singular style, or also art from specific focus such as political art. Characteristically, any art in an art gallery is for sale, even though the gallery might hold on to an extraordinary permanent set, or sponsor an exclusive display of art.</p>
<p>Most of the art galleries are public, in the sense that any person could walk inside the art gallery and but the desired art. In general, public galleries host often openings and willingly promote their company. Many artists get their kick start at common public art galleries only, which could sell work on fee or buy work from an artist and resell it later. On the other hand, some of the art galleries, yet, are private, in the sense that you need to be a member if you wish to enter. Private art galleries demonstrate high-end art, and support bountiful openings.</p>
<p>Some of the art galleries have custodians which usually concentrate on art from a particular region or exact period. Examples of regions might comprise of European art, Australian aboriginal art, and other Chinese art, Asian art on the whole or African art. At times the regional spotlight would be very restricted; an art gallery may only show Peruvian textiles, for instance. During other times, the focus is in fact more on general, and is intended to comprise a huge range of creative styles from a wide-ranging area of the globe. In some cases, an art gallery only carries art from an exact period in history. This is particularly common with modern art galleries, which display first and foremost modern art.</p>
<p>Generally, art galleries would be devoted to a meticulous medium like furniture, oil painting, jewels, picture making, monument, textiles, or other pottery. The medium might be exact to an area or time period, or it might be a more universal collection of works in, which medium. Frequently the art on show is from a huge variety of performers, permitting collectors of, which medium to discover newcomers to the area and buy a variety of art.Another usual kind of art gallery is a kind of gallery that has an exact educational focus. That focus may be political, chronological, or could be medium based. For instance, an art gallery might prefer to only show contemporary comic art. </p>
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		<title>The Brief History of Painting</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2009 04:47:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Painting can be simply defined as the arrangement of an assortment of colors in a specific shapes, design or figure. The history of painting goes a long way back into the history of the entire world. Many famous artists have created magnificent works of art that are still being talked about; and purchased. One of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Painting can be simply defined as the arrangement of an assortment of colors in a specific shapes, design or figure. The history of painting goes a long way back into the history of the entire world. Many famous artists have created magnificent works of art that are still being talked about; and purchased. One of them is the famous Mona Lisa portrait which has been intriguing people all through these years.The Mona Lisa was a 16th century oil painting portrait by Leonardo da Vinci during the Italian Renaissance. </p>
<p>Today, painting primarily brings to mind the spreading of colored material onto the walls and ceilings of our homes. However, there are a whole lot of other applications for this skill. The meaning of painting has expanded outward in all directions. Over the years, it has evolved to include many different aspects. For instant, lets talk about glass drawings. As the word suggest, it is simply sketching on a special kind of glass; using a special formulated painting material. These artists try to encompass many different styles and themes. Only a true artist can appreciate the effort that has to be put into creating a glass painting. First of all, creating the specific design requires a lot of planning. Preserving the work is another tedious procedure; let alone choosing the appropriate framing technique.</p>
<p>On the other hand, painting walls does involve a lot of time and labor. Although this work is not as stress filled; almost anyone can do it with a successful outcome. However, nowadays, the format of covering the walls with color has also evolved. We currently see many more patterns and designs appearing on the walls of homes. Sometimes, we even see cartoons and other figures painted on the sides of a bedroom. This gives a nice feeling and certainly looks very appealing. So, as you can see, painting of any kind can be fun. </p>
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		<title>Art Fairs Are Popping Up All Over &#8211; How to Find Pottery with Lead-Free Glazes</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2009 04:45:42 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Shows & Events]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Art fairs are a very popular form of entertainment for the creative spirits of the world. An art fair is basically a large event that, most times, everyone is invited too. When you are looking for quality art pieces, it&#8217;s tempting to go to a retail store that specializes in the type of art you [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Art fairs are a very popular form of entertainment for the creative spirits of the world. An art fair is basically a large event that, most times, everyone is invited too. When you are looking for quality art pieces, it&#8217;s tempting to go to a retail store that specializes in the type of art you are looking for. Maybe you&#8217;re looking for a painting to hang over the fireplace or a vase with a Native American feel to it. You could probably find what you&#8217;re looking for if you looked hard enough, but you may have a pay a premium because the piece is sitting in a retail store that is filled with overhead.</p>
<p>And even though that vase was brushed with the finest majolica glazes, there is probably a good deal of markup included in the price-markup that you may not have to pay. Instead of going retail, perhaps a better idea would be to find an art fair in the area and give it a shot. You may not find what you&#8217;re looking for, but you also might. And if you can get it at a better price, that could mean a lot of money. After all, if you can&#8217;t find what you&#8217;re looking for at the art fair, you can always go back to the original store and pay full price.</p>
<p>Some art fairs are annual events put on by local organizations. The larger ones can span several city blocks and have a sort of festival feeling to them. Here you can find anything from sculpture to wearable art like purses and hats. Pottery is very common, as is jewelry. You can even find green art that focuses on using recycled or low-impact materials. Lead-free glazes are common on the pottery you find, as artists always seem to be on the forefront of using responsible art supplies. Prices usually are marked but in many cases may be very flexible. And because you are oftentimes talking to the artist themselves, you can usually negotiate a better deal. Sometimes, if you offer a deal near the end of the fair, the artist will be more willing to deal since they know they&#8217;ll have to pack the piece back up if they don&#8217;t sell it.</p>
<p>While traveling around the country looking for art fairs may not be the best way to go about finding that perfect piece, it can be the centerpiece of a vacation. A girl&#8217;s weekend is made even more fun looking through booth after booth of artistic treasures. You can ooh and aah over the beautiful bright-colored liquid glazes that were used to create some of the Southwestern pottery pieces. And you may just find that perfect piece for the baby&#8217;s room or the knick knack that will finish off your living room just right.</p>
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		<title>More about Body Art Galleries</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2009 04:43:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The human body is the tool through which somebody experiences life and his surroundings as well as interacts and communicates with others.Getting tattoos has become extremely popular these days. North America alone has over 45 million people that have at least one tattoo. Because of the increasing popularity of tattoos, body art galleries have also [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The human body is the tool through which somebody experiences life and his surroundings as well as interacts and communicates with others.Getting tattoos has become extremely popular these days. North America alone has over 45 million people that have at least one tattoo. Because of the increasing popularity of tattoos, body art galleries have also become extremely popular. These galleries display all sorts of tattoo designs from ancient to modern, to show the work that is placed on skin. Galleries also show the history of tattooing and the different tribes that have used them in other cultures.</p>
<p>Some tattoo galleries are also called photo galleries as they display some of the work done on Hollywood celebrities such as Christina Ricci and Thomas Lockhart. These galleries not only display the work but will showcase certain tattoo artists that are particularly fine at their craft. Along with that, the gallery may also showcase some of the photographers that have taken these pictures for their unique interpretations of tattoos and the culture from which they come. Some photographers focus on the person who is wearing the tattoo and others focus on just the tattoo. The settings for these photographs are also extremely unique and play a big part in the picture. Some photographers decide to have an extreme, unusual setting for their setting while others decide to go with traditional settings.</p>
<p>The tattoos that are done today are far different from those portrayed in body art galleries. Today people choose to have designs that are special to them or are very modern and they don’t compare to those tattoos found in the jungle or ancient civilizations of Southeast Asia and the South Pacific.Body art galleries are fascinating places to visit. Although some still feature modern designs, most try to give an understanding of different tattoos and where they came from. These galleries really try to focus on the true art of the tattoo industry.</p>
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		<title>Types Of Fine Art Reproduction</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 06:58:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andy Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are several different mechanical methods of fine art reproduction – none however come close to accurately replicating the color and texture as hand painting does. Aquaprint a printing process which uses color separation. The colors can be bright but the texture of the finished reproduction art is flat and does not mimic the artist’s [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are several different mechanical methods of fine art reproduction – none however come close to accurately replicating the color and texture as hand painting does. Aquaprint a printing process which uses color separation. The colors can be bright but the texture of the finished reproduction art is flat and does not mimic the artist’s brushstrokes. The artagraph is a special printing method which recreates not only the color of the original, but also the surface texture. This is achieved by taking a silicone mould of the original oil painting and using it in the fine art reproduction. The problem is that not many museum curators or collectors are willing to have their prized masterpieces smothered in silicone, therefore the range of artagraph fine art reproductions is very limited.</p>
<p>Canvas transfer art reproductions are basically prints on canvas rather than paper and remain flat, unable to recreate the texture of the artists brushstrokes. First, a lithograph on paper is coated with acrylic emulsion, then when the acrylic is dry, the print is covered with a solution that helps to separate the image from the paper it was printed on. The image is now bonded to the acrylic and free of paper. This film is then carefully bonded to the canvas. Canvas transfer art reproduction’s flat texture can be enhanced by the artist adding some brushstrokes. Canvas transfer reproduction art is subject to color fading, yellowing being a particular problem.</p>
<p>The art reproduction image is etched into a copper plate, ink is then applied to the plate. Dampened paper is then laid onto the plate and under extremely high pressure from an etching press, ink is forced onto the paper. This is a popular method of art reproduction for drawings but is not suitable for reproduction art oil paintings Are produced from a color transparency made from the original oil painting usually by taking a photo or using a drum scanner. Today many giclee art reproductions are made with ink jet printers attached to computers and consequently they suffer from inconsistent color reproduction. They are expensive while remaining flat and untextured reproduction art. Hand painted method of fine art reproduction involves a trained artist carefully copying the original oil painting. The artist mimics the exact colors, texture and brushstrokes of the original masterpiece to produce a fine art reproduction that is a stunning replica of the original oil painting. </p>
<p>Basically, Lithograph is standard offset printing. The art reproduction image is drawn on a litho &#8211; limestone or exposed to a light sensitive litho plate. The printing surface is kept wet with a sponge; the ink is then rolled by hand onto the plate or stone. This is a popular art reproduction method for posters but falls to recreate the brushstrokes and texture of oil paintings. Serigraph art reproductions are produced by creating a stencil on the fabric that is stretched across a frame for each color by a master printer. They can have a thin texture but cannot mimic the heavy texture of oil painting. </p>
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