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The Value of Art Investment During a Recession

by Lee Down

12-08-2022

While the economy might be in a bit of a recession, the art market continues to boom. No matter how bad times get, art is a universal language that speaks to everyone in some way and brings them joy. And not only is art a pleasure to look at, but it’s also something that people …

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How Artists Sell Your Art Online in 2022

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How Can Artists Start Selling Their Work Online in 2022

by Lee Down

12-08-2022

Thanks to the Internet, gifted people can share their creativity with others, advertise themselves, and find like-minded people and sponsors. In addition, artists have the opportunity to sell their paintings with the help of online platforms. But, how to master the web marketplace? What do you need to know to sell your painting profitably? And …

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Therapeutic Art Certification-An Excellent Career Choice

by Lee Down

04-08-2022

Art Without Boundaries Association has been certifying representational artists in MnemeTherapy ® to help improve the quality of life for individuals with Autism, Alzheimer’s disease and other related disorders of the brain. Some people confuse this painting-based therapy with art therapy, which is a psychological process. MnemeTherapy uses painting, movement and color to work directly …

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Buying and Investing in Art Benefits Everyone

by Lee Down

29-07-2022

Buying art—collecting art—is not what it was during the Renaissance or even during the Impressionist era. Collecting art has evolved into a mainstream, practical investment. The development of art over the past centuries has been truly astonishing. The range and variety of art forms now available is breathtaking, and collecting and investing in art has …

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7 Tips About The Content of Art You Can't Afford To Miss

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7 Tips About The Content of Art You Can’t Afford Missing

by Lee Down

26-07-2022

Content notion stands for the manifest an artist sends with it to people. The expression comes in anything dealing with the intention, subject, and the particular technique that the author chose. The content of art is the overall meaning and essence of the masterpiece, while the subject of art indicates the main focus. To know …

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Expressing the Value of Artmaking: How Shame and Stigma Hold Back Creatives

by Lee Down

17-06-2022

Artists have always been subject to stigmas and social pressure. In Ancient Greece, Herodotus dismissed master craftsmen and artists as “mechanics.” In the Middle Ages, art was rife with censorship and confined to religious settings for monasteries, manuscripts, and mosaics. In the Romantic period, artists and poets like William Blake were simply considered mad. However, …

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6 Tips to Get Into College as an Artist

by Lee Down

19-05-2022

As the time to make college applications approaches, the question of how to get into different colleges ranks again. Far from the easiest school to get into, an art school can be as difficult to be accepted in as a medical major or an MBA program. Here, we look at the art school application process …

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Cultivating Creative Boundaries and Sustainable Art Practices

by Lee Down

07-05-2022

Living the artist’s lifestyle is a wonderful way to use your time and energy. Spending your days sculpting, painting, drawing, or taking pictures leads to self-discovery and gives you a unique insight into life’s deepest questions. However, life as an artist can quickly become overwhelming, and burnout is a major issue for both hobbyists and …

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Art Therapy and Art Exploration for Seniors

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Encouraging Positivity In Seniors Through Art Exploration

by Lee Down

24-02-2022

Originally used to help soldiers treat PTSD after World War I, art therapy has long been used to help people cope with stress, anxiety, and important fine motor skills. Practicing simple art exercises for no other purpose other than to explore and have fun can help people process traumas and unlock a more positive mindset that produces …

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