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Wall art can be complicated or it can be simple, it can be expensive, or it can be cheap and whimsical. For those not looking to invest in pieces painted by famous artists, but instead in search of perking up their walls with something to both fill space and reflect the style of the home [...]

Some artists are able to keep a fine connection between the past and present. This is a case where a young couple has taken an old-fashioned form of printing (actual antique blocks) and built a business around them. They have combined their love of sports with their love for art and together created beautiful one [...]

I cannot tell you how many times I have wrapped a gift and then realised I forgot to purchase a card to go along with it. Or, I have riffled through my extra supply of tags, or cards only to realise they are all holiday specific, and not appropriate for this item. Thus, I was [...]

If you are looking for a memorable Valentine’s Gift, the kind that you get to enjoy all year long, then maybe heart art is for you. There are several artists who make wonderful prints of gorgeous hearts in numerous elaborately decorative pieces. One of my favourites is the work of an artist named Mindy Newman. [...]

Although most flooring is not considered art, there are some exceptions. One of those is the metal coin floor, which is made up of a collection of monetary coins of your choice. You can select all the same, such as the copper penny, or a variety of coins from a wide variety of countries across [...]

Silhouette artwork is back in vogue again, and we think this is delightful. Early on the portraits served as a way to hold fast to the likeness of loved ones. For centuries now this art form has been enjoyed, and it is nice to see that it has found a new fan base. Recently, it [...]

The more art I see for sale on the High Street the more I expect to continue to stare at blank walls in my home. Totally uninspired is the phrase I think of when I see what is readily available. Thus, my quest to make my own wall art has begun. I have set my [...]

One area of art that is often overlooked is the beautiful world of stamps. With so many countrys producing stamps, and the numerous genres applied the options are endless. The artwork which is placed on the stamp design can be made into wall art in a couple of different ways. You can buy a sheet [...]

It is well known that several of the best actors and musicians have rallied together to bring in relief funds for Haiti. However there are also numerous artists who have given of themselves, but have not received as much acclaim. One of these is the artist and animator Theodore Ushev has called upon his talents [...]

For a homeowner looking for a way to incorporate artwork into their design, contemporary art allows optimum versatility. Whether the individual is looking for robust colour, or basic black and white, it is all there for the picking. The sinewy lines of a drawing, or the dramatic splash of paint make the possible fusion of [...]