When it comes to visual art, be it fine, commercial, or decorative, color will be a defining factor in determining the overall aesthetics of any piece of work. Designers, artists, and absolutely anybody else whose work involves the use of color must have an understanding of the concept of complementary colors. If you want…

  Harmony is an essential principle of art that helps create a sense of visual unity and coherence in any composition. It is achieved when different elements in an artwork work together to create a pleasing and balanced whole. The use of harmony in art is not limited to a specific medium or technique as…

Artists use a wide range of techniques and elements to create captivating works of art that inspire and engage the viewer. Two critical technical qualities that artists often use to achieve this goal are unity and variety. Unity in art refers to the coherence and harmony of its elements, where all parts work together to…

Rhythm is an essential element of art that often goes unnoticed. It is a visual tool that creates a sense of movement and harmony in a work of art. Rhythm can be seen in various forms in art, including flowing, random, alternating, and progressive rhythms. In this article, we will explore the question, “what is…

When it comes to art, you have many different techniques that artists use to create exceptional pieces of art. The sfumato technique is one of these where the artist paints numerous thin coats of glaze, which helps to gently change the tone and brings about a shift between light and dark shadows. Allow us to…

 Most works of art do not move. However, art that is completely devoid of movement can appear uninspiring and bland. It makes sense that from Impressionism onwards, much of modern and contemporary art has striven to create a sense of compositional ebb and flow. Master artists take pride in their ability to take their viewers…

  Despite what popular Instagram accounts may lead you to believe… Pastel is not a color scheme or an aesthetic cover picture on Facebook. Pastel is an art medium, a material used by artists for hundreds of years (since about the 16th century to be exact). Pastel art medium comes in many different textures, consistencies,…

Hearing the words Mod Podge certainly does not give clues as to what you can expect when getting the answer. If you love doing arts and crafts as a hobby or mix freely with other like-minded friends and artists, you may hear these two words often. So, what is Mod Podge and what is Mod…

  Family time has become so precious to all of us, and with more people spending so much time at home, television has become our number one escape from reality. Of course, we all know that sitting around doing something could be better. If you have time, why not use the opportunity to attempt a…

  For many, having a kiln and pottery wheel to create their own pottery designs at home can be impractical and expensive. Painting your own pottery can bring store-bought ceramics to life and turn them into personal one-of-a-kind pieces or give something you love a second life. If you are looking for a three-dimensional canvas,…