Art. Art is something that many people love and enjoy. And why should they not? Art is full of wonderment and creativity. That creativity is something that lives deep down inside of an artist’s soul. The artist then finds a way to release the creativity in such a way that allows for others to be a part of the creativity too. For example, when a painter paints something remarkable, he shares that amazing work with people who can appreciate and value its Continue reading
Many people have never before heard of the concept of art therapy. It is a wonderful therapy treatment for all types of people and scenarios and it can make a huge impact on the lives of participants. In art therapy sessions the use of art, images, creative art processes, and even responses to creative art and art produced are all integrated to reflect different qualities and aspects of an individual. Some of the perceived reflections can reveal personality, interests, abilities, and even personal conflicts. All of that from art. Continue reading
Unique Bird House Ideas
I love when I see something that is typically very plain and boring taken to a whole new level because of someone’s creativity. Let’s face it, without creative and artistic minds out there, we would live in a very dull world. Luckily, everyone has their own talents and can offer up their own take and perspective on certain things. One of my new favorite things is bird houses. Not the same old boring ones that you would see at a big box store, but the ones that come from a vivid imagination. Continue reading
Nothing is so beautiful on a cold winter’s morning than the fragrant steam rising from a cup of well brewed coffee — except for the compelling art designs swirled onto the top of it, by a skilled and talented barista. Latte art has been around for a long time. It involves pouring cream onto the surface of a shot or more of pulled espresso, in a slow and even way while gently shaking the pitcher in various side to side patterns that cause the cream to form an image on the latte. Many baristas who work in the top coffee shops and franchises of the world wake up each morning, arm their ADT Home Security systems, and set out for a day of artistic creativity that is sure to please. How do they do it, you ask? Let’s have a look. Continue reading
I am not sure if I have not been paying attention or if it is something new in my small town, but I have seen quite a few signs for arts and craft fairs over the last month. I love arts and craft shows, and I have always had to travel to nearby cities to get in on the action. While I have never set up my own booth at a fair, I have helped quite a few of my crafty friends in setting up and selling there own creations. Continue reading
Sand art is nothing new; it’s been around in one form or another for thousands of years, but recently has enjoyed a renewal of interest among artists and crafters alike. Sand art can be very expressive, and allows the artist to fully involve his emotions or feelings through the kinesthetic action of drawing in colored sand. Also considered a therapeutic artform, sand art has been used for meditation. Continue reading
Becoming a master sommelier is not something that can happen overnight, obviously. It takes much time and practice to become a person who has such an in depth knowledge of wines and how wines are produced to create various notes and sub notes in the flavors and distinctions of the wines. Many actually consider it to be an art, and I am surely one of those people. Consider all that must go into the certification and training to become a master sommelier, and you too will see that it takes a true artist to have such skill and knowledge as a sommelier. Continue reading
You know how beautiful coffee looks when you get it from the coffee shop, it has those perfect swirls of whip cream and drizzle of topping. Don’t you wish that you had the time to do that when you are home, not just throw in the sugar and cream as you are walking out the door? If you wish that you could do that, just wait until you see this coffee art! Continue reading
Paintball is one of the most liked sports among people both young and old. Running, jumping, diving, and shooting people with colorful paint balls. The art of paintball was thought of not long after the game of paintball became popular. Combining your two favorite things, art and paintball; it’s bound to be a fun combination. Continue reading
A recent contemporary art museum visit renewed a vision of what art can be and how important the everyday materials and compositions of our lives can be. Seeing an 8 foot bird soaring through the gallery is magnetic, but the true magic comes when you step closer and discover that the entire piece is built from wire hangers, the ones I often see in dumpsters or twisted up on the floor. For most people, this type of art is stunning and deeply appreciated but not conceived as something that could be a part of an average home’s art collection. Of course the 8 foot bird is a bit out of scale, but the concept is certainly feasible. Continue reading
