As the world is changing, innovative artists are helping to shape its future. This highlight within art displays the power of New Media Art and its trajectory in influence.
A mere twenty years ago what we see done today could only be had from specialists in the industry.
Continue reading How Innovative Artists Shape The FutureA woodworking vise is one of the common staples of wood carving. They are more often used by those who work with hand tools of different varieties. Yet I have never seen a shop that did not have a woodworking bench vise of some kind.
Continue reading Which Woodworking Vise Is BestEveryone dreams of being their own boss especially with a home based business. A hobbyist wanting his woodworking shop to become his primary job is often a thought of novelty.
While taking the steps to make this a reality it is easy to make mistakes.
Continue reading Avoiding Startup Woodworking Shop MistakesTraditional Art is a generational teaching of an art, its methods, and apprenticeship to acquire the skills needed for that art.
Historically an art was taught through either families from one generation to the next or through a guild process.
Continue reading Decline Of Traditional Art In AmericaJust like the name describes, multi panel wall art is a series of pieces which work together as art on multiple panels. Yet what is the best way to use them? I have seen those who have used this style with great impact. Then others who have not.
Continue reading Best Ways To Use Multi Panel Wall ArtBelieve it or not there is a practical use for a carving board in woodworking. No this is not for cooking. I know somewhere down the line someone will find this thinking I am dealing with kitchen wares. This application is for wood shop uses.
Continue reading Woodworking Tricks Using A Carving BoardCnc wood carving has become the go to trend for many small shops. This is especially true for sign makers or others in design and for engraving purposes. The question becomes, is it worth the investment?
Continue reading The Truth About Cnc Wood CarvingHere I will define the formal elements of art, yet first we must know what they are. Within these formal elements are Line, Shape, Form, Color, Value, Space, and Texture.
Then there is always the last component which is often left out called Mark Making And Materiality.
Continue reading The Formal Elements Of Art DefinedKnowing what the Tree Of Life is and where it comes from will depend heavily upon what culture and region you are from. Yet they are all rooted to a common theme. It is this theme which ultimately unites this icon and cements it firmly as a symbol within art.
Continue reading Tree Of Life History And Use In ArtIf you have wondered how to get into wood carving, it is easier than you think. This does not mean you will be creating life like sculptures tomorrow.
Nevertheless I can help you down the path of knowing how to start.
Continue reading How To Get Into Wood Carving
