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ART STORAGE FOR PRINTED MATTERIAL AND PAINTINGS
Practicing proper maintenance and storage of art is necessary for the longevity of all artworks, fro...
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LIMITED EDITION PRINTS
Artists can choose to print a limited amount of their work. If you ever wondered how limited edition...
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DIGITAL COMPUTER ART
Digital art is created with the help of a computer. With digital technology constantly advancing, di...
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PRICING YOUR ARTWORK
"They say that "making it" in the art industry is tough. As an artist that's just starting out, you ...
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IMAGE COPYRIGHT AND LICENCES
If you've ever searched for an image online, you've probably come across the different licenses atta...
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SELLING ARTWORK ONLINE
"These days, you can buy almost anything online, from furniture and wall paint to produce and baked ...
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DIGITAL IMAGE RESOLUTION
"Resolution can be a tricky topic. Many people look for a quick fix: someone to tell them what "high...
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MARKETING YOURSELF AS AN ARTIST
You've done the artwork, now you need to sell it. But how to do offer your artwork for sale without ...
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20 COMMON MISTAKES THAT ARTISTS MAKE
If you thinking of making the leap into being an artist professionally but don't know how to begin. ...
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AMERICAN ART AND HOME DECOR TRADE SHOWS
Art and home decor trade shows are great places to market and present your artwork. There are hundre...
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ALL ABOUT GESSO
Gesso was made to be used by artists to prime surfaces before painting. In this article, we go in-de...
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FRAMELESS WAYS TO DISPLAY YOUR ARTWORK
Going frameless is a clean and modern option to display your artwork. The frameless appearance leave...
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PAINTING FROM A PHOTOGRAPH
Long gone are the days where an artist has to sit for hours in front of a landscape or have a subjec...
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ART MOVEMENTS
Art plays an important role in all societies and they influence each other as time passes. In this a...
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POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE SPACE IN ART
When we look at any image you will see both positive and negative space. The positive space is the s...
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PRINTING BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGRAPHS
Anyone who has ever printed a black and white photo probably knows what it's like to be dissatisfied...
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FIXING DARK PRINTS
This article offers a basic outline of the steps required in understanding why your photographic pri...
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SIGN AND PRINT TRADE SHOWS IN USA
A list of largest Trade Shows in USA, taking place annually.......
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PHOTO ENLARGEMENT SOFTWARE
Photography has become very popular because of the accessibility to equipment and the amount of reso...
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FLATBED PRINTERS
We are most familiar with printers that feed a substrate (eg. paper and fabric) through it. This lim...
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ALL ABOUT COLOR
Color is one of the most beautiful aspects of life. You can easily change the temperature or emotion...
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PRINT MEDIA
With the advancements of technology, we are now capable of doing almost anything. Paper used to be t...
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PRINT INDUSTRY
Printmaking is a large industry with different branches. Each branch focuses on different applicatio...
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DIRECT-TO-GARMENT VS DYE SUBLIMATION FABRIC PRINTING
Graphic t-shirts have always been a fun way to show off your personality and humor. A graphic t-shir...
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PRINTING ON FABRIC
There are many different ways to print on fabric. Each method produces its own unique result, so all...
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TAKING CARE OF ART PRINTS
You've purchase a beautiful, one-of-a-kind art piece. It's vivid with color, filled with intricate d...
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SENDING LARGE FILES
The best guarantee for a high quality print is to make sure the digital file is high resolution. Thi...
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EPSON P7000, P9000 PRINTERS
There are a number of companies that make printers. They all have their take on inkjet printing and ...
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LARGE FORMANT INKJET PRINTING
Large format printers can be used for commerical and consumer needs. How these large prints differ f...
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CARING FOR FINE ART PRINTS
Today, fine art can be enjoyed by everyone. It is no longer exclusive to a small elite group of peop...
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CHOOSING THE RIGHT PAPER FOR PRINTING
You want the best paper that suits your artwork. There are a variety of different papers available t...
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DECKLE EDGE
A deckle edge is a paper that has a rough edge that looks like it was torn. It has a rustic and trad...
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LARGE SCALE PRODUCTIONS
They sometimes say the bigger it is the better. You take a photo of a glorious scenic landscape and ...
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INSTAGRAM PRINTS
Instagram is a popular social media platform that allows you to easily share your photos with the en...
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DIGITAL EDITING SOFTWARE
Not too long ago, we wouldn't know how our photographs would turn out until we developed them. Now, ...
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GICLEE CANVAS PRINTS
How does an image go from digital to giclee canvas print? There is a multi-step process involved to ...
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DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY
We are most familiar with drones being used in the military. They are unpiloted aircrafts controlled...
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10 ART SHOW TIPS
This is a list of ten art show tips that an artist might want to consider to execute a successful ar...
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ALL ABOUT JPEGS
"A "JPEG" is one of the most popular image files. However, with so many other image file extensions,...
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ART GALLERY LIGHTING
After putting in all the hardwork to creating a piece art, an artist will probably decide to showcas...
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GRAFFITI STREET ART
What is considered art is different for each individual. Graffiti is probably the most commonly know...
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GEL EMBELLISHMENT
A gel medium can be added to your canvas prints to give it texture that can mimic brush strokes, add...
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CANVAS PRINT COATINGS
To protect your canvas print, we recommend applying a coating over to keep it from physical damange ...
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INKJET PAPERS
There is a large variety of papers available for art reproductions and photographs. The paper finish...
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LOW RESOLUTION IMAGES
One of the biggest concerns with print is the image quality of the photograph. When a customer wants...
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ARTWORK SCAN VS PHOTOGRAPHY
Digitally capturing artwork allows an artist to create reproductions, use it for web content, and al...
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PRINTER INK TYPES
When an artist decides to create a reproduction of their artwork, they want the best materials to re...
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INKJET VS ARTIST CANVAS
Canvas is a durable material that can be easily transported and placed over rigid substrates. It's a...
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COLOR MATCH
Digitizing artwork allows an artist to make print reproductions, use it as digital media and archive...
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WHAT IS GICLEE?
Giclée (pronounced gee-clay) is a fine-art printing process that uses digital images, high-end print...
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CANVAS PRINTS
Paintings and drawings used to be the only type of canvas artwork. Now you are able to print your ow...
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MOUNTING ARTWORKS
"The term "mounting" is tossed around quite often in the picture framing and wall decor business, bu...
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REINFORCED CORNERS FOR HEAVY SHIPMENTS
There are countless styles of corner reinforcements for shipping heavy, fragile items. They may be p...
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WALL ART FOR SOUND ABSORBTION
If you are thinking about sound-proofing one of your rooms, but you don't want to replace your walls...
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WALL HOOKS FOR HANGING ART
You've found the perfect frame for your art, had it mounted and now it is ready to hang. You want to...
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ALL ABOUT PICTURE FRAME FILLETS
A fillet is a decorative piece that is added to the inside edge of picture frames. It can help add a...
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"THE "RIGHT" PRICE FOR A PICTURE FRAME"
The material of the frame, the size (standard or custom) and any extra add-ons, such as a mat or a l...
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ALL ABOUT PICTURE HANGING WIRES
Earlier we taught you how to tie a wire to hang your artwork, but if you aren't sure which wire work...
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20 PICTURE FRAME TIPS AND TRICKS
We've taken everything we have discussed about picture frames and created a list of tips and tricks ...
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CERTIFIED PICTURE FRAMERS
Picture framers can choose to become certified by taking an examination that determines their knowle...
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TOP TEN HOME DECOR AND FURNISHING MAGAZINES
There is an unlimited amount of resources and information you can find online. It sometimes can be o...
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PICTURE FRAMING: STANDARD SIZES AND GENERAL GUIDELINES
The frames that you would find in stores, and the preset sizes in your camera are usually a standard...
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ANNIVERSARY PICTURE FRAME
Celebrating an anniversary always brings back great memories. What better way to presevere those mom...
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PICTURE FRAMES: METAL OR WOOD?
Pictures can be made out of a number of different materials. Some people prefer the look of a natura...
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FLOATER FRAMES
Floater frames are a nice way to complete your canvas print or painting. They come in various depths...
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HANGING HARDWARE
There is no one size fits all when it comes to customization! If you are getting a custom frame or p...
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FRAME FITTING
Frames add a nice finishing touch to any print. If you received your canvas or fine art paper prints...
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FRAME SELECTION
We have over 500 frame styles to choose from. With this large of selection, it means that there are ...
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ACRYLIC VS. GLASS
The difference between acrylic and glass does not mean one is better than the other, but one better ...
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ARTWORK MEASUREMENT
"Like the saying goes, "Measure twice and cut once," this important when ordering a custom picture f...
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FRAME SHAPE AND STYLES
When ordering a custom picture frame you would need to consider the frame style and shape to suit yo...
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FRAME MATERIALS
The color, style, weight and rigidness of a picture frame can be linked to the material it is made f...
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SECURITY HANGING HARDWARE
If you are concerned about the security of your artwork, there are various security hanging hardware...
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ART HANGING
Artwork is either chosen based on how well it goes into a space or just because we like it. Every sp...
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CUSTOM FRAME ORDER MISTAKES
Getting a custom picture allows you to choose a specific frame that goes well with your artwork and ...
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HISTORY OF PICTURE FRAMES
Although it is not as old as the history of art, the style of frames have developed along side the v...
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PICTURE FRAME CARE
Once you have your frame and your artwork is mounted and hung on the wall, you may think that now yo...
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CUSTOM VS STANDARD FRAMES
A custom picture frame let's you decide on any style of frame that suits your artwork and living or ...
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All About Z Bar Hanging System Article
Z bar bracket is a secure hanging solution, designed to hang anything from small lightweight to heav...
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THREE FACTORS OF EXPOSURE IN PHOTOGRAPHY
Exposure is one of the central elements in photography. Exposure refers to the amount of light captu...
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RESIN COATING
Epoxy resin is probably best known for its adhesive qualities. Since it dries to a hard and clear so...
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VIDEOS
This is a collection of videos, that we have created, ranging from tutorials to product information....
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MOUNTING ART IN A FRAME
Mounting artwork into a frame isn't a difficult task. However, it isn't the same as putting a photog...
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WOOD PANELS
Wood is a versatile material that can be used for a variety of projects. If you're tired of painting...
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ART MATERIAL WEIGHT LIST
Weight is an important factor that is usually overlooked when it comes to creating artwork. The fina...
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HOW TO TIE WIRE ON PICTURE FRAMES
After your artwork has been mounted, the final step is to hang it. A hanging wire is one of the most...
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PROPORTIONS IN PICTURE FRAMING
Proportions can affect how visually pleasing an art piece is. Having a well-balanced ratio between t...
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MARKETING TIPS FOR ARTISTS
It's one thing to create art, but it's another to get the word out and actually sell your art! There...
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POST PRODUCTION: SHARPENING DIGITAL IMAGES
Sharpening is an essential part of the post-processing workflow. Sharpening allows you to make up fo...
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SIGNING AND AUTHENTICATING YOUR ARTWORK
In reality, signing your name on your artwork is an integral and important part of your piece, and r...
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WHAT IS LAMINATION?
Lamination refers to the process of bonding a clear plastic film onto printed matter. When the film ...
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HOW TO PREP A CANVAS/ WOOD PANEL FOR PAINTING
Why is priming so important? Other than ensuring the paint will adhere to the canvas better, priming...
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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT VARNISH
Varnishing is important in achieving the ideal finish and final appearance. Historically, varnish wa...
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ALL ABOUT CANVAS FLOATER FRAMES
Floater frames give the illusion of the artwork "floating" and leaves it looking suspended within th...
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FABRIC PRINTING
Sublimation printing is a technique that uses heat sensitive inks. These inks turn into gas under th...
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SEAMLESS PATTERNS
Adding a pattern to your designs can make something plain and ordinary into something lively and uni...
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