Resources

September 3, 2018

25+ Rock Painting Ideas to Transform Ordinary Stones Into Dazzling Art

There’s more to painting than simply applying a brush to canvas. Painting is chock-full of endless creative possibilities, and many of them challenge you to think beyond a square or rectangular frame. Rock painting is a great example of this. Using acrylic paint, artists are getting inspired by the organic shape of stones and are transforming them tiny sculptures that fit in the palm of your hand.

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August 20, 2018

Learn How People Are Creating Collage-Like Fabric Art Using Appliqué

The world of fiber art is expansive. While many might choose to focus on a single facet of it in their creative practice, there is a lot of cross-pollination when it comes to popular techniques. Embroidery, for instance, refers to sewing into a piece of cloth (or other material) using any number of stitches, and it perfectly pairs with the textile art approach called appliqué. What is appliqué?

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July 19, 2018

Van Gogh Museum Puts Nearly 1,000 Paintings and Drawings Online

If you're a Vincent van Gogh enthusiast, you've probably heard of the Van Gogh Museum, an institution that houses the largest collection of work by the Post-Impressionist painter. In the past, Van Gogh fans would have to travel to Amsterdam to view the museum's holdings; but now, anyone can “visit” the site with the simple click of a mouse.

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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.