Defining Line Art

What is line art? It is an art which consist of a line to form curves or shapes. It often represents 2 or 3 dimensional objects.

The line has no shading or contrast. Most often it is monochromatic in nature. It can be referred to as silhouette art but is not exclusive to this name.

Subject Matter In Art Is Exploration In Art Philosophy

What is subject matter in art? As an artist it is a requirement to know this answer. There are three critical components which always exist in art.

Subject, Form, and Content in art will always be present and is consistently within the composition as “components of art“. Your work cannot exist without them but can suffer from improper understanding of them.

Wood Warping, Bending, And Twisting

If you ever have asked why does wood bend or twist at least know you are not alone. It is a common frustration. The good news is it can often be fixed and I will give tips soon on how.

Yet first we need to know what causes this to happen. There are steps we can take to minimize this phenomena at the beginning to aid us down the road.

The Victorian Era

The Victorian Era began and ended with the reign and death of Queen Victoria in Great Britain. Architecture may be what first comes to mind from this period. Yet Victorian Art in its different forms played a major role in global society due to the size and power of the British Empire.

What Is Proportion In Art?

First we must know what proportion in art is before it can be applied to wood art. The meaning is found in the balance of the art in relationship to its other parts.

The height, width, and depth should be scaled proportionally to the sum of its parts and other objects represented in subject matter.

What Is Monochromatic Art?

In order for a work of art to be termed Monochromatic Art, it generally is required that the art be done in one color.

There are variants to this style yet the general application applies. Various hues of the single color can be used in order to create the work, its shapes, and imagery within the composition of art.

Introduction To Resin Wood Art

Resin wood art has caught on to become one of the cool kid things to do in wood art. I am more of a traditionalist in this as I see it as altering the natural state and beauty of the lumber.

Nevertheless I will admit some people create beautiful work. Epoxy Resin does have very practical uses along with its capacity for art.

What Is Celtic Art?

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 5^th to 1^st century BC and forward.

What Is The Purpose Of Art?

Purpose 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.

Unpacking Art Theory For Practical Application In Art

Many 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.