There is a difference in how Celtic history and art is referred to. Archaeologists often refer to the Celtic period from about 1000 BC within the early European Iron Age.
Celtic Art on the other hand is referred to as the La Tene period. This is broadly from the 5th to 1st century BC and forward.
Continue reading Celtic Art Influence In Modern ArtPurpose of art is something which has been sought since the age of Plato. Within this modern time we too fail to see its purpose and do not place enough importance on what it offers.
Ultimately the answer to the purpose of art is found in artistic expression. This expression is used to capture a time, a culture, a conceptual view through the artists eyes.
Continue reading Purpose Of Art In Todays WorldThe art forum and social media platforms have become common tools for almost all independent artists. In fact for professional artists it is almost a requirement to have.
With their use comes danger and an artist must work to protect their rights and intellectual knowledge.
Continue reading Art Forum And Social Media Danger For Professional ArtistsIn past years with more availability and affordability in cnc applications the question of router vs spindle has been debated. We need to look at what each offers in order to understand why one is better than the other.
If you are looking at cnc router kits to build with, in the end I am sure the answer will be clear that a spindle is far better than a router.
Continue reading Router Vs Spindle In Cnc ApplicationsMany artists will care less about the study of Art Theory unless they are in school. It is unfortunate for one can apply its lessons to their work.
If an artist wishes to create art, it would be best to understand the theories behind what makes art what it is. This in turn would allow the artist to define and classify themselves among their peers.
Continue reading What Is Art Theory And How To Apply ItI am not paid for this review. Rather this is a look at Grizzly woodworking tools to see how well they measure up. There are a few quality brands on the market. Those who begin woodworking often become easily confused by where to go or what brand to trust.
Continue reading How Good Is Grizzly WoodworkingThe term Mid Century Modern Art is a re-coined term from an older movement. Its foundations can be found in the Art Nouveau movement of the late 1800’s.
Furthermore the transition from Nouveau into Art Deco in the 1910’s held great impact.. It is from here that Mid Century Modern Art was born from.
Continue reading What Is Mid Century Modern ArtI hope to point you in the right direction with this question as there is no one size fits all answer. Much will depend upon your needs and projects which drive your work. For some a sled is the best option while many prefer both a sled and miter gauge.
Continue reading Finding A Quality Miter GaugeThe term Arts and Crafts makes me cringe. There is a clear difference in what separates the art object from the craft object.
Makers and those who love crafts should forever leave the term art alone. Yes this is an age old debate that still is a frustrating problem.
Continue reading What Separates The Art Object From The Craft ObjectAside from the obvious that it is driftwood, where did the idea of driftwood art come from? Modern concepts behind this come from the decor community as a novelty.
Nevertheless the idea to utilize driftwood for purposes of various kinds is as old as time itself. Using it for art dates back to early Native American times.
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