In Simple terms an artist Lithograph is an original multiple of a work of art created for the intentional purpose of reproduction in a limited edition print form by an artist and either printed by the artist...
A Photogravure was a popular form of reproducing an image on paper prior to modern mass produced print methods and photographs, especially around the late c1800's to early 1900's. It is a type of chemical or...
An Etching is a form of reproducing an image on paper (or printing) utilising a metal plate (usually steel or copper) on which marks are created using chemical action. The plate is covered in a ground...
Prior to the advent of photography, images were reproduced on paper by several old print methods , one of which was 'engraving'. The term 'engraving' describes both the act of creating the print, and the final...
This guide is a quick primer in what to look for in Art to know what you are getting is a good work and not an amateurish piece.I will need to credit The Principles of Design website for the additional...
All artworks on paper have the possibility that time will fade or discolour both the paper and the media used (paint, ink, glue, ect). If the materials used are high quality it will assist this not to happen,...
A Typogravure is a 19th Century term describing a process of reproducing (printing) an image on paper. Also called a Relief Half Tone , this denotes the half-tone process, a form of Chemical Engraving. Whereas...
So, you have decided that you want to commission a Portrait of your much loved pet.This is no small thing - our pets are more than just animals - they are members of our family. We love them - they are our...
I believe beauty is in the eye of the beholder. In my opinion you dont need to be specifically trained to appreciate art, either you like it or you dont, you love it or hate it, as simple as that. Of course...
Sadue from India, this is pen and ink drawing, but not from my one photo, I do perfer to take my one photos but with a face like this, there is exceptions. I was in India about 20 years ago, and Varanasi is...