Re-energized your boring life with a vacation
Have you ever wonder why people lose their juice working the same old job? Doing the same routine becomes boring after awhile. Sometimes your mind becomes foggy and you need to clear it. Getting away from the routine will help you to get a new perspective. You will become clearer in your view as well as having more energy to do work when you take some time for you.
Debunk the overload syndrome
You can take a vacation for a day or a week. Make sure wherever you go you are free from the everyday stuff you do. On your vacation, you need to do something fun to uplift your spirit. Do not worry about the work you left behind. Just enjoy the moment and be mindful of your surroundings.
Play and creativity
Play opens the creativity channel that you need in your work. Having time for play will benefit you in helping you to relax as well as not taking your self-too seriously. Play is a time to laugh at yourself and meditate. It is a time to enjoy the moment and make someone day. So now you know the importance of play by taking a needed break. Have fun on your vacation. Stay tuned for more from Mrs. Laughingpants.
Copyrighted © 2009 by Annmarie Edwards AKA Mrs. Laughingpants
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Friday, August 14, 2009
How To Give Your Wall A Virtual Makeover With Paintings
Spice up your wall with a virtual makeover
Is facing the same decor everyday wearing you down? It is time for a new virtual makeover on your wall space. Adding colors to your wall with paintings will give you that natural edge.
A picture worth a thousand words
Vibrant paintings can lift your soul and put you in a better frame of mind. So now let's begin. Get some picture hanging hooks and get to work. Before you hang your paintings make sure you measure your space and line them up correctly. Also, you need to hang your painting at eye level where you can see them.
Additionally, you can add some interest to your walls by adding a bouquet of flowers or jazz up the area with some bows. Well, now you know how to work your wall space with a virtual makeover with paintings. Well talk with you soon. Thanks for coming back. The blog is on again. Please spread the word and thanks so much for your patience and support. Please come back again for more tips.
Copyrighted 2009 by Mrs. Laughingpants
Is facing the same decor everyday wearing you down? It is time for a new virtual makeover on your wall space. Adding colors to your wall with paintings will give you that natural edge.
A picture worth a thousand words
Vibrant paintings can lift your soul and put you in a better frame of mind. So now let's begin. Get some picture hanging hooks and get to work. Before you hang your paintings make sure you measure your space and line them up correctly. Also, you need to hang your painting at eye level where you can see them.
Additionally, you can add some interest to your walls by adding a bouquet of flowers or jazz up the area with some bows. Well, now you know how to work your wall space with a virtual makeover with paintings. Well talk with you soon. Thanks for coming back. The blog is on again. Please spread the word and thanks so much for your patience and support. Please come back again for more tips.
Copyrighted 2009 by Mrs. Laughingpants
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Mastering The Art Of Painting With Glorious Colors
Are you thinking of giving your painting a new look with colors? Knowing the right color match and how to coordinate your colors on the palette will give your painting the edge.
Know Your Colors
Yellow, orange, and red are warm colors. While cool colors are violet, green and blue. To get the best match for your colors you need a color wheel. You can make your own wheel by matching colors. Use this as a reference guide when you're painting.
Color Match
1. Yellow and green
2. Blue and pink
3. Yellow and black
4. Blue and orange
5. Red and blue
White and black are universal colors that can blend with all the colors. Now you know how to coordinate your colors for best result. Well thats the lesson of the day. Go now and paint the town red with all this new information. Stay tuned for more as I hit you up with more knowledge on painting.
Thanks for reading and pass the word along. Have a great day.
Copyrighted 2009 by Annmarie Edwards AKA Mrs. Laughingpants
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
How To Nurture The Child In You With Play
Play opens up a new world
When last have you given thought to play? Just imagine yourself as a child and the freedom you have when you play. You feel young and alive and you have all the energy in the world to move mountains. You holler, shout, and scream to get the world attention. You feel free. This is what play is all about.
Every artist needs this time
Sometimes you've to go off the beaten track to find something new. It will not drop in your lap if you don't go and explore. Play fills the mind with creativity and gives you the energy to produce great masterpiece. The time for play is now!
Here's someways you can play
You can turn some music on while you work and hum with the tune. You can take your dog for a walk and play Frisbee on the way home. Also, to get your creative juice running in the morning doodle in a book. You might be surprise at what you discover.
Play and creativity
Play opens the creativity channel that artists need to produce work. They both go together. Play and creativity help you to expand your boundary and take risk by exploring the possibilities. So now you know the importance of play in art.
Stay tuned for more tips from Mrs. Laughingpants. Thanks for reading and remember to spread the word by sharing it with your friends. Thanks again!
Copyrighted © 2009 by Annmarie Edwards AKA Mrs. Laughingpants
Monday, August 10, 2009
How To Shop For Painting That Is Right For You
How to shop for the right painting
Do you have some empty spaces in your house or apartment that you could add some interest? Having an eye for the right painting will add some interests and decorate your walls.
Shopping for paintings
First, you need to decide on the painting and the area that needs it. Second, you need to ask yourself what kind of painting you're interested in buying? For example, paintings with people, landscape, abstract, animals, flowers or collage. Choosing the right painting for your space will make a big difference in your decoration. Next, let's look at the different style of painting.
Style of paintings to consider for your decorating space
Contemporary- Painting of this style uses a more modern technique. Upcoming artists of the 21st century are more electic in their style. You can see other influences on contemporary art if you choose this route.
Impressonist- This style of painting uses bright colors and depicts painting in the 19 century. Claude Monet popularized this style of painting with his (Impression, soleil levant). Art of this style captures images in a natural setting. The artist uses of light and the movement of brush strokes are techniques to look for when choosing this type of style.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Impressionism
Pop art- is art of the 20th century. This style of art uses advertisement, comic and graphics.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pop_art
Fine art- expresses different art forms including music, painting and photograpy. Your painting would include one of these images if you are a fine art collector.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fine_art
Graffiti art- this style of art uses bold lettering with spray paint or markers. It is part of the pop culture.
Collage art uses a mixed medium including clippings from magazines, newspaper, books, cloth, cardboard and other objects. It is a form of modern art which derived from the French word "coller" meaning "glue."
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Collage
So now you know about how to shop for the painting that is right for you. See you soon and thanks for reading this blog. Please pass the word along to your friends and college.
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/
Copyrighted © 2009 by Annmarie Edwards AKA Mrs. Laughingpants
Do you have some empty spaces in your house or apartment that you could add some interest? Having an eye for the right painting will add some interests and decorate your walls.
Shopping for paintings
First, you need to decide on the painting and the area that needs it. Second, you need to ask yourself what kind of painting you're interested in buying? For example, paintings with people, landscape, abstract, animals, flowers or collage. Choosing the right painting for your space will make a big difference in your decoration. Next, let's look at the different style of painting.
Style of paintings to consider for your decorating space
Contemporary- Painting of this style uses a more modern technique. Upcoming artists of the 21st century are more electic in their style. You can see other influences on contemporary art if you choose this route.
Impressonist- This style of painting uses bright colors and depicts painting in the 19 century. Claude Monet popularized this style of painting with his (Impression, soleil levant). Art of this style captures images in a natural setting. The artist uses of light and the movement of brush strokes are techniques to look for when choosing this type of style.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Impressionism
Pop art- is art of the 20th century. This style of art uses advertisement, comic and graphics.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pop_art
Fine art- expresses different art forms including music, painting and photograpy. Your painting would include one of these images if you are a fine art collector.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fine_art
Graffiti art- this style of art uses bold lettering with spray paint or markers. It is part of the pop culture.
Collage art uses a mixed medium including clippings from magazines, newspaper, books, cloth, cardboard and other objects. It is a form of modern art which derived from the French word "coller" meaning "glue."
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Collage
So now you know about how to shop for the painting that is right for you. See you soon and thanks for reading this blog. Please pass the word along to your friends and college.
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/
Copyrighted © 2009 by Annmarie Edwards AKA Mrs. Laughingpants
Friday, August 7, 2009
How To Appreciate Art You Can Be Proud Of
"The story of art is the story of great men forever striving to harmonize truth and beauty" The Story of Art And Music, The University Society Music, 1979.
Get the whoa factor
Have you ever looked at a painting and it had the "whoa!" factor? Well if you do, you've an eye for art appreciation. Today you'll learn about art appreciation. So let's begin.
The characteristics of great art
All great art shares some characteristics, which are timeless and universal in themes. First, let's look at forms. I would like you to think of a ballet dancer for this exercise. I think this is a perfect example because a ballet dancer uses body shape, rhythm, line, and style during dancing.
The rhythmic motion of art
As you note, a ballet dancer uses rhythmic motion to glide his or her body across the dance floor. This is the same way a painter uses his or her brush strokes against the canvas. As the viewer, you witness the rhythmic motion of the brush strokes. As you gazed at the picture, you're pulled in based on how the artist interweaves the use of shape, lines and rhythm. What this has to do with the picture?
The artist use of form sometimes has a hypnotic spell that it casts on you. It engulfs you with an emotional entanglement. You're so carried away with the painting that you've to pull yourself away from it. That’s the power of an artist.
Artistic Style
Next, let's look at style. Every artist uses a certain style that allows him or her to stand out. Okay! we'll look at style in more details. We will start with Claude Monet (1840-1926). He captured light and beauty with light colors. He played on your emotions by pulling you in the picture with his color choices.
Next, Paul Cézanne (1893-1906), a French painter whose focus was on landscape painting. He had a way with placement, which brought order and unison to his subject. His paintings are timeless and are teaching tools for scholars.
Vincent van Gogh (1853-1906), a Dutch painter used bright colors in his paintings. He had many challenges in his life and as such, you can see them in his paintings. You can see the emotions he depicted in his painting with the bright and dark colors. He was famous for using pointillism a special form of painting using fine dots.
Contemporary art reflects art in the 21st century. Artists are more eclectic and are more versatile in their design. Artists explore graffiti, collage, computer art, cartooning, scrap booking, mail art, painting, basketry, line art, and doodling. The 21st century brings you art with a passion.
Well you know about art appreciation. Stay tuned for more art lessons from Mrs. Laughingpants.
Copyrighted © 2009 by Annmarie Edwards AKA Mrs. Laughingpants
Get the whoa factor
Have you ever looked at a painting and it had the "whoa!" factor? Well if you do, you've an eye for art appreciation. Today you'll learn about art appreciation. So let's begin.
The characteristics of great art
All great art shares some characteristics, which are timeless and universal in themes. First, let's look at forms. I would like you to think of a ballet dancer for this exercise. I think this is a perfect example because a ballet dancer uses body shape, rhythm, line, and style during dancing.
The rhythmic motion of art
As you note, a ballet dancer uses rhythmic motion to glide his or her body across the dance floor. This is the same way a painter uses his or her brush strokes against the canvas. As the viewer, you witness the rhythmic motion of the brush strokes. As you gazed at the picture, you're pulled in based on how the artist interweaves the use of shape, lines and rhythm. What this has to do with the picture?
The artist use of form sometimes has a hypnotic spell that it casts on you. It engulfs you with an emotional entanglement. You're so carried away with the painting that you've to pull yourself away from it. That’s the power of an artist.
Artistic Style
Next, let's look at style. Every artist uses a certain style that allows him or her to stand out. Okay! we'll look at style in more details. We will start with Claude Monet (1840-1926). He captured light and beauty with light colors. He played on your emotions by pulling you in the picture with his color choices.
Next, Paul Cézanne (1893-1906), a French painter whose focus was on landscape painting. He had a way with placement, which brought order and unison to his subject. His paintings are timeless and are teaching tools for scholars.
Vincent van Gogh (1853-1906), a Dutch painter used bright colors in his paintings. He had many challenges in his life and as such, you can see them in his paintings. You can see the emotions he depicted in his painting with the bright and dark colors. He was famous for using pointillism a special form of painting using fine dots.
Contemporary art reflects art in the 21st century. Artists are more eclectic and are more versatile in their design. Artists explore graffiti, collage, computer art, cartooning, scrap booking, mail art, painting, basketry, line art, and doodling. The 21st century brings you art with a passion.
Well you know about art appreciation. Stay tuned for more art lessons from Mrs. Laughingpants.
Copyrighted © 2009 by Annmarie Edwards AKA Mrs. Laughingpants
Thursday, August 6, 2009
How To Put Life In Your Dreary Living Spaces With Colorful Paintings
Dreary living spaces don't have to stay lifeless. You can bring life to your living space with colorful paintings of people, animals, and landscape.
Dreary Living Spaces Need Help
Do you have a dreary spot in your living space that you could use some help? Well hang on and you will learn how to put that zap in those dreary areas that need help.
How to Optimize Your Living Space With Paintings
Do you have a bare wall in your living room that needs some spice? You tend to have company over all the time. Your empty wall needs help. To put some interest on your bare walls this is what you need to do:
To build conversation when your company arrives, you need to have pictures with people talking. Putting pictures of people having conversation on your wall might be a talking point for your company. This will not only add life to that bare wall but will bring you a sense of connection with people you care about.
Do you have the yearning feelings at times to get close to nature? A painting that has colorful landscape will satisfy that need. When you're unable to go outside for your daily walk or go on that hike that you long for your landscape picture will satisfy that need.
Also, spice up your wall with a picture of a pet whether a dog, cat, fish, or bird will give you that homely feeling of love and appreciation. Pets are great companions and they make you feel happy.
How to design your living space
When you're designing your space, you need to be practical. Also, try using decorating ideas that suit your taste. Well that’s a wrap. Stay tuned for how to appreciate art. Thanks for reading and remember to spread the word about this blog with your friends. Send them a link. Thank you and have a great day. See you tomorrow with more tips. Blessings!
For more tips on how to liven up your living room space visit this website:http://www.stylish-living-room-ideas.com/framed-wall-art.html
Copyrighted © 2009 by Annmarie Edwards
Dreary Living Spaces Need Help
Do you have a dreary spot in your living space that you could use some help? Well hang on and you will learn how to put that zap in those dreary areas that need help.
How to Optimize Your Living Space With Paintings
Do you have a bare wall in your living room that needs some spice? You tend to have company over all the time. Your empty wall needs help. To put some interest on your bare walls this is what you need to do:
To build conversation when your company arrives, you need to have pictures with people talking. Putting pictures of people having conversation on your wall might be a talking point for your company. This will not only add life to that bare wall but will bring you a sense of connection with people you care about.
Do you have the yearning feelings at times to get close to nature? A painting that has colorful landscape will satisfy that need. When you're unable to go outside for your daily walk or go on that hike that you long for your landscape picture will satisfy that need.
Also, spice up your wall with a picture of a pet whether a dog, cat, fish, or bird will give you that homely feeling of love and appreciation. Pets are great companions and they make you feel happy.
How to design your living space
When you're designing your space, you need to be practical. Also, try using decorating ideas that suit your taste. Well that’s a wrap. Stay tuned for how to appreciate art. Thanks for reading and remember to spread the word about this blog with your friends. Send them a link. Thank you and have a great day. See you tomorrow with more tips. Blessings!
For more tips on how to liven up your living room space visit this website:http://www.stylish-living-room-ideas.com/framed-wall-art.html
Copyrighted © 2009 by Annmarie Edwards
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
How To Give Your Painting Long Life With Gicle'e
History of Gicle'e
Have you ever thought of giving your painting a lasting quality? Using Cicle'e print allows you to print archival quality on inkjet machines. You can even print at home if you have a home business. This type of printing began in the early 1990s and became popular by a print maker named Jack Duganne.
What is Gicle'e?
It is a process used to spray colors on canvas. For this to occur, the print has to be in a digital format and then it is sprayed on to the canvas during processing. It is a technique used by skilled artists. Additionally, Gicle'e uses an inkjet printer to make fine art prints. The term Gicle'e has its root in French which means "nozzle."
Gicle'e Puts Quality In Your Print
Artists who need to make more money from their painting should consider using this form of printing. As an artist, you're offering your customers long lasting quality for their money. Additionally, it is a way to give your painting more mileage.
Well now you know a little about Gicle'e. Well take care and stay tuned for more from Mrs. Laughingpants. Thanks for reading and remember to spread the word about this blog to your friends. Thanks!
For more information on Gicle'e you can visit this website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gicl
Copyrighted 2009 by Annmarie Edwards AKA Mrs. Laughingpants
Have you ever thought of giving your painting a lasting quality? Using Cicle'e print allows you to print archival quality on inkjet machines. You can even print at home if you have a home business. This type of printing began in the early 1990s and became popular by a print maker named Jack Duganne.
What is Gicle'e?
It is a process used to spray colors on canvas. For this to occur, the print has to be in a digital format and then it is sprayed on to the canvas during processing. It is a technique used by skilled artists. Additionally, Gicle'e uses an inkjet printer to make fine art prints. The term Gicle'e has its root in French which means "nozzle."
Gicle'e Puts Quality In Your Print
Artists who need to make more money from their painting should consider using this form of printing. As an artist, you're offering your customers long lasting quality for their money. Additionally, it is a way to give your painting more mileage.
Well now you know a little about Gicle'e. Well take care and stay tuned for more from Mrs. Laughingpants. Thanks for reading and remember to spread the word about this blog to your friends. Thanks!
For more information on Gicle'e you can visit this website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gicl
Copyrighted 2009 by Annmarie Edwards AKA Mrs. Laughingpants
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
How To Paint With Acrylics And Achieve Superior Result
History of Acrylic Paint
Barron Education Series (2007) Painting with Acrylics revealed the history of this great medium. The inception of acrylic began in the 1920s when a group of Mexican painters wanted to experiment a different medium which could withstand the weather. Acrylic paint was born as a result of the painters experimenting with synthetic resin.
According to Barron, synthetic resin showed resistance to the weather and dries quickly. The popularity of acrylic intensified in the 1950s and continued up until today. Artist world-wide found the versatility of this new medium which add zest to their painting.
The benefit of painting with Acrylic
1. It has great water resistant.
2. Dries quickly.
3. Requires less planning time.
4. You can apply it to any layer.
5. Acrylic paint offers flexibility.
6. You can create transparency by using water.
As with any other paint, you have to pay attention to your composition and know your medium. Continue to explore this medium and see how you like it. Please let me know what you think.
Thanks for reading and don't go anywhere. I'll be back soon with more hot topics. Please spread the word about this blog. "It is a resource for artists," according to one blogger. Thanks again for reading and pass the word along.
For more information on Acrylic paint please check out this Beginner Art Guides Painting with Acrylics.
Copyrighted 2009 by Annmarie Edwards
http://www.artsinamerica.blogspot.com
http://www.laughingpantsart.etsy.com
Barron Education Series (2007) Painting with Acrylics revealed the history of this great medium. The inception of acrylic began in the 1920s when a group of Mexican painters wanted to experiment a different medium which could withstand the weather. Acrylic paint was born as a result of the painters experimenting with synthetic resin.
According to Barron, synthetic resin showed resistance to the weather and dries quickly. The popularity of acrylic intensified in the 1950s and continued up until today. Artist world-wide found the versatility of this new medium which add zest to their painting.
The benefit of painting with Acrylic
1. It has great water resistant.
2. Dries quickly.
3. Requires less planning time.
4. You can apply it to any layer.
5. Acrylic paint offers flexibility.
6. You can create transparency by using water.
As with any other paint, you have to pay attention to your composition and know your medium. Continue to explore this medium and see how you like it. Please let me know what you think.
Thanks for reading and don't go anywhere. I'll be back soon with more hot topics. Please spread the word about this blog. "It is a resource for artists," according to one blogger. Thanks again for reading and pass the word along.
For more information on Acrylic paint please check out this Beginner Art Guides Painting with Acrylics.
Copyrighted 2009 by Annmarie Edwards
http://www.artsinamerica.blogspot.com
http://www.laughingpantsart.etsy.com
Monday, August 3, 2009
How to choose the right colors in your design and make your painting pop
Know your colors
Applying the right colors to your painting will give you the edge in your artwork. Seasoned artists can avoid faulty mistakes by knowing their compositions and applying the right techniques. After all, it is a no brainier when you know your colors and are able to apply them correctly to your paintings.
When you looked at your last painting what captivated you?
Have you ever looked at a painting and you were captivated by it? What stopped you in your track? Was it the composition, medium, and colors or a combination of both? Choosing the right colors on your painting can have a lasting effect on the viewer.
Power Up your paintings with colors
Using a variety of colors in your painting will build harmony. Just think of a musician and his notes selection. By choosing the correct notes, he is able to play the most beautiful music. This is the same concept as in artwork.
How to harmonize your colors
As an artist, before I paint any piece I lined up my colors. First, I decide which color I will use as my base and then I paint the surface. Next, I choose the second color based on my composition. If I were working from an outline then I would apply the colors accordingly. Note that each color on the canvas builds harmony as you apply the techniques of colors.
When colors do not work
Have you ever painted a picture and then you realized that something went wrong? When you looked at the colors, your head seemed to throb. You finally woke up to the fact that you did not choose your colors correctly.
This can happen to any seasoned artist if you're not paying attention to your colors. To eliminate this problem, pay close attention to your composition. Make sure you know what works and what don't. So now you know how to choose your colors.
Harmonizing your painting with colors
When you're painting make sure you're paying close attention to your composition. Some paints are unforgivable such as oil and water. Make sure you choose the proper medium for your painting. Do not mix medium when you're painting. Stick to the medium you feel comfortable using and produce your artwork.
Well, I hope I met your needs in understanding painting with colors. Please let me know if you have a topic for me. Have a great day and thank you for reading. Please let your friends know about this blog. Stay tuned for more.
Copyrighted © 2009 by Annmarie Edwards
Applying the right colors to your painting will give you the edge in your artwork. Seasoned artists can avoid faulty mistakes by knowing their compositions and applying the right techniques. After all, it is a no brainier when you know your colors and are able to apply them correctly to your paintings.
When you looked at your last painting what captivated you?
Have you ever looked at a painting and you were captivated by it? What stopped you in your track? Was it the composition, medium, and colors or a combination of both? Choosing the right colors on your painting can have a lasting effect on the viewer.
Power Up your paintings with colors
Using a variety of colors in your painting will build harmony. Just think of a musician and his notes selection. By choosing the correct notes, he is able to play the most beautiful music. This is the same concept as in artwork.
How to harmonize your colors
As an artist, before I paint any piece I lined up my colors. First, I decide which color I will use as my base and then I paint the surface. Next, I choose the second color based on my composition. If I were working from an outline then I would apply the colors accordingly. Note that each color on the canvas builds harmony as you apply the techniques of colors.
When colors do not work
Have you ever painted a picture and then you realized that something went wrong? When you looked at the colors, your head seemed to throb. You finally woke up to the fact that you did not choose your colors correctly.
This can happen to any seasoned artist if you're not paying attention to your colors. To eliminate this problem, pay close attention to your composition. Make sure you know what works and what don't. So now you know how to choose your colors.
Harmonizing your painting with colors
When you're painting make sure you're paying close attention to your composition. Some paints are unforgivable such as oil and water. Make sure you choose the proper medium for your painting. Do not mix medium when you're painting. Stick to the medium you feel comfortable using and produce your artwork.
Well, I hope I met your needs in understanding painting with colors. Please let me know if you have a topic for me. Have a great day and thank you for reading. Please let your friends know about this blog. Stay tuned for more.
Copyrighted © 2009 by Annmarie Edwards
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