Try Oil Paint as your Painting Medium
Oil painting is a beautiful, timeless art form that anyone can enjoy and learn. Painting with oil isn't as intimidating as it might seem at first glance. You can begin learning with oil paints relatively easily and at a low cost. There are…
693Try Watercolors as a Start in Painting
If you’re just beginning with watercolor painting, choosing the right kind of watercolors is a big deal. They are not all the same. Some brands and types of watercolors are easier to handle than others. Getting started in watercolor painting…
677Using Acrylic Paints in your Art
Acrylic paints are an affordable and accessible way of getting into painting. They are a great choice for beginners because they are simple to use, easy to clean up, and have a range of finishes. If you’re an avid art lover or just like to…
741Impressionism as a Painting Style
Impressionism is a broad term that refers to several distinct, experimental art movements. While each movement shares some common characteristics and techniques, they also differed in important ways. The Impressionist movement was an artistic…
712Maybe Abstract Painting is for You
When you think of abstract art, what comes to mind? Perhaps something similar to this monochromatic painting of an upside-down tree. While that image might not seem like abstract art at first glance, it’s a visual representation of an idea…
711Pop Art is a Good Style to Start Painting
In the post-war era of the 1950s, a new kind of art movement began to appear. Focusing on commercial culture and advertising in its rawest form, this style of artwork became known as Pop Art. Pop Art is best seen as an umbrella term for any…
674Styles of Painting Ideas for a Hobby
There are many hobbies out there and painting might just be one of the most popular ones. No matter if you’re someone who enjoys learning about art history, or you’re an artist yourself, you can always find a new way to enjoy this hobby.…
727Why Not Try Landscape Painting
When it comes to your hobbies, few are as stress-free and relaxing as landscape painting. It’s one of the most affordable creative outlets, doesn’t require a lot of training or technical expertise, and is perfect for anyone looking to spend…
650Create Silhouettes in your Photography
Silhouettes are one of the easiest techniques to master in photography. They offer a dramatic, edgy and abstract feel to your photos all you need are black, white and red props to get started on your eerier shots. To create a silhouette effect,…
855Experiment With Bokeh for Stunning Effects
Bokeh is the word used to describe the out-of-focus area of a photo. It’s most commonly seen in photos taken with a shallow depth of field, where only part of the photo is in focus and the rest is blurred. Bokeh images are usually produced…
793For Creative Effects try Infrared Photography
Infrared photography is the process of capturing images using infrared light. It uses visible red light, which is the least sensitive to infrared light and converts it into an infrared wavelength we can see. In doing so, you can capture…
781Photography Effects - Light Painting
Light painting is an art form that uses light as a medium and captures the movement of light itself. It’s not just another photography trend, but a technique that can be used in any type of photography to create amazing effects. These…
740Reflection Photography - Creative Effects
Reflection photography is a type of photography that involves capturing the reflection of a subject as its main subject. This can be done in various ways, such as capturing a person’s reflection in the water, through a glass pane, or any other…
754A Few Tips on Bird Photography
Photographers can find a variety of subjects to photograph almost anywhere. Many photographers find new and exciting ways to view the world around them, which brings out the photographer in all of us. Every type of photography requires a…
767A Simple Underwater Photography Guide
Photographing the underwater world offers endless opportunities to capture stunning, eye-catching images. Whether you’re exploring lakes, streams, or oceans, there are so many different angles and subjects that can be used to create beautiful…
775Experience Natures Beauty with Landscape Photography
If you’ve ever traveled to a breathtaking natural setting, chances are you will have taken photos with your camera or smartphone. Landscape photography is the art of capturing images of natural scenery and its many details. Such photography is…
722Aerobatics is a Very Adventurous Hobby
Aerobatic flying is a popular branch of general aviation. It involves flying an aircraft with precision and control while performing maneuvers that are challenging to fly. The practice of aerobatics is not just exciting, but it is also…
727Base Jumping is a Dangerous Hobby
If you love to explore and get the adrenaline pumping, then skydiving or base jumping is something you should try. Both these activities are thrilling and extremely risky, with skydiving being slightly safer than the latter. If you are ready to…
673Ever Thought About Parachuting as a Hobby?
Most people have not even heard about the concept of parachutes as a hobby. The general perception is that parachuting is something associated with jumping from airplanes in emergencies or for training purposes. However, this is not so.…
729Hot Air Ballooning is a Fun Air Hobby
Hot air ballooning is a hobby that’s growing in popularity. From the first unrecorded flight of a manned hot air balloon in 1783 to the modern-day sport, which has been an official competition for almost 30 years now, this pastime continues to…
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