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January 17, 2019

12 Different Types of Painting That Every Artist Should Know

Over the course of history, the way artists have painted—and the art mediums they use—have evolved. New technology and changing tastes mean that the paints used by artists have continued to diversify. But how do you know which is the right type of paint for you? Many of us are familiar with watercolor, oil, and acrylic paint, but there's so much more out there for artists to explore.

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January 8, 2019

20 Free Crochet Patterns You Can Start Stitching Today

For any fiber art—whether you're knitting, embroidering, or crocheting—patterns are important. They provide critical directions and precise structure for your projects. If you've taken up crochet, learning about crochet patterns will be one of the first things you do. Once you learn about the abbreviations that make up “crochet language,” you'll be able to start reading patterns and begin sourcing new projects.

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November 12, 2018

Online Database Features Overlooked Female Artists from 15th-19th Centuries

Throughout art history, the names of male artists have remained relevant as female creators have been largely dismissed or forgotten. Italian Renaissance painter Sofonisba Anguissola is a prime example of this. The self-sustaining woman garnered acclaim from the great artists Michelangelo and Anthony van Dyck, and she had the honor of being a court painter to Spanish King Phillip II. But today, she is mostly unknown, and she isn’t the only one.

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November 8, 2018

16th-Century Calligraphy Manual Available for Free Download

Calligraphers today have multiple tools at their disposal, including digital means to preserve their beautiful work. Hundreds of years ago, they weren't as fortunate. Technology wasn't at enough of an advanced level until about 1440, when the invention of moveable type on the printing press forever changed the way that texts were published. Increasingly, instead of labor intensive hand lettering, texts were printed for widespread consumption.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.