There are many ways to tell a story, even one that’s as epic as a battle to rule the English throne. The Bayeux Tapestry illustrates a grand tale that brings together the Norman conquest of England that ended with the Battle of Hastings in 1066.
On face value, a ball of string might not seem the most exciting object in an artist’s tool box.
Thanks to contemporary crafters, the age-old art of embroidery has recently been reinvented as a cutting-edge activity for people of all...
Today, in the era of smartphones, social media, virtual reality, and 3D printing, technology is evolving faster than ever. And although new technological advancements can be exciting, they can also become overwhelming. In the last few decades, increasingly sophisticated mass production methods have led to an abundance of choices for consumers, but with that sometimes comes a loss of individuality and quality.
Dating back thousands of years, miniature art had its heyday during the 16th and 17th centuries when tiny paintings were...
Most people balk at mold, like the type that appears as spores on old loaves of bread.
This summer, London's famed Victoria and Albert Museum will present Frida Kahlo: Making Her Self Up. Featuring a colorful collection of Kahlo's personal possessions, the highly anticipated exhibition will explore the Mexican artist's identity through authentic artifacts and intimate photographs. Featuring over 200 objects from Kahlo's home, La Casa Azul (“The Blue House”), Making Her Self Up offers “a fresh perspective on Kahlo's compelling life story.
So you’ve decided to turn your side hustle into a full-time profession. How can you be guaranteed success?
Embroidery is a large field that encompasses a number of techniques.
Over the past few years, we’ve seen many artists creatively pushing the boundaries of embroidery. While some adopt the traditional craft to render simple line work, others use thread to create expressive brushstroke textures and painterly blends of color. One artist to have perfected the hybrid craft of embroidery painting is Russian artist Vera Shimunia. Her painterly embroidery designs are pieces of landscape art, expertly stitched with colorful thread.
There’s a thrill you get from learning something new, and without school, that exhilaration is gone.
There are some people that like to take risks with their style, and there are others that are more reserved...
