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		<title>The Brief History of Painting</title>
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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>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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		<title>Advantages of Oil Paints and Painting</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2009 06:53:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andy Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Painting artists have been using oil paints for hundreds of years. Actually, they have been seen from as early as 13th century in England, where they used oil paints for simple decoration. In the early years, however, many artists preferred to use paints called tempera instead on using oil paints as they were able to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Painting artists have been using oil paints for hundreds of years. Actually, they have been seen from as early as 13th century in England, where they used oil paints for simple decoration. In the early years, however, many artists preferred to use paints called tempera instead on using oil paints as they were able to dry faster than oil paint. In the 15th century, Flemish artists came up with the idea of mixing oil paint and tempera. Nevertheless, it was not until the 17th century that pure oil paints became a more usual art medium.</p>
<p>Oil painting dries slowly than any other forms of paint because they are made of small particles of pigments that are balanced in a drying oil. While some of the artists might find this slow drying quality troublesome, most artists believe oil paints to be a required type of art media that must be taught to every art student. This is partly because of the many oil painting reproduction, which have been developed using oil paints.</p>
<p>There are several advantages of using oil paints, aside from its robust quality. Oil paints could as well be left open for a long duration. In fact, oil paints could regularly be left opened to air for up to several weeks without drying. This characteristic makes it possible for an artist to work on a painting over different sessions with no fear of the painting drying up too early. Of course, this attribute could be seemed at as a disadvantage by some artists, because it takes few weeks for the project to be completed and the slow drying process could make it difficult to move on to the next stage of the project.</p>
<p>Oil paints are as well outstanding for blending with surrounding paint. When blended on canvas, oil paints are able of creating artistic brush strokes and other blends, which are not possible with other forms of paint. For some artists, though, this advantage to oil paints could be viewed as a disadvantage, as it is possible to by chance blend colors while painting that were not meant to be blended.</p>
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		<title>Some Of The Reasons Why People Love Oil Paintings</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:52:46 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Oil painting is one of the most amazing artwork. An artist allocates tremendous amount of time in order to complete one artwork. He has to translate the image in his imagination through the strokes of his brush. Its value is high because of the time and effort he puts in his masterpiece. If you are [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Oil painting is one of the most amazing artwork. An artist allocates tremendous amount of time in order to complete one artwork. He has to translate the image in his imagination through the strokes of his brush.</p>
<p>Its value is high because of the time and effort he puts in his masterpiece. If you are wondering why many love to hang an expensive canvas oil painting on their wall, here are some of the reasons why:</p>
<p>* It adds color and interest on the wall. This is why most interior designers love artwork. One piece of artwork can add so much to the room. It is like an instant makeover. If you have a blank wall, an artwork can definitely add more color to it. It will also draw the attention of the people who will enter the room.</p>
<p>* It transforms a room. For example, your wall painting is dark; installing a painting with light colors will brighten the room. If you have a room with a modern design, a landscape painting will bring balance the stiffness of your space. It also creates drama in a very simple area. Bedrooms look more inviting with the installation of paintings with warm sceneries.</p>
<p>* It adds a touch of sophistication and elegance. This is the initial reaction you will get from the people who will enter your room. Paintings are classic displays. If you are going to put one in your room, you will surely achieve this type of environment.</p>
<p>* It is an investment. If you have notice, the value of paintings increases over the years. If you have invested in genuine painting, you will surely take advantage of it in the future. Apart from that, these pieces are timeless. If you do not want to sell this piece of furniture in the future, you can always pass it on to your children.</p>
<p>* It evokes various emotions from people who view it. People have different choices when it comes to art. This is because their emotion at that time is different. Usually, people choose a design of a canvas oil painting base on their emotional state. If they want to be happy, they will want to look at paintings that will make them feel that way. If they want to achieve a peaceful environment, they will consider that in making their choice.</p>
<p>Painting is a very nice decoration for your home. This will definitely add a new dimension to the room. It adds beauty in the room. You will also have something to look at when you are relaxing.</p>
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