Artists

North American Flora painted by Marianne North

Marianne North was a remarkable Victorian artist who travelled the globe in order to satisfy her passion for recording the world's flora with her paintbrush. The result of these epic journeys can be seen in the North Gallery at Kew, where tier upon t...

Viktor Schreckengost

Viktor Schreckengost was one of the greatest American artists of all time, who left a legacy of greatness in the fields of art, engineering, and industrial design. Viktor was a graduate of the Cleveland Institute of Art, and influenced generations o...

South American Paintings at Kew Gardens by Marianne North

Marianne North was a remarkable Victorian artist who travelled the globe in order to satisfy her passion for recording the world's flora with her paintbrush. The result of these epic journeys can be seen in the North Gallery at Kew, where tier upon t...

The Art of Charley Harper

Living in Ohio the art of Charley Harper has been a quiet and pervasive influence on me as long as I can remember. It wasn't until just this past year that I got the opportunity to work directly with the studio and really immerse myself in it. I'm so...

Susan Rios

Susan Rios is a nationally-renowned American artist who works from her home studio in Glendale, California. I had the priviledge of meeting her once at an art gallery and purchased a seriograph of her "Black-Eyes Susans," which graces my living room....

THE PEACEABLE KINGDOM BY EDWARD HICKS

Most Americans would recognize Edward Hicks The Peaceable Kingdom. However, many would not know the name of the painting and certainly not the name of Edward Hicks artist. Edward Hicks paintings found expression on everything from canvas to tavern s...

The Art of Frida Kahlo

Born July 6, 1907 - July 13, 1954, Frida Kahlo was a Mexican painter, who has achieved great international popularity. She painted using vibrant colors in a style that was influenced by indigenous cultures of Mexico as well as by European influences...

Wildlife art by award winning artist Kathie Miller

From the big cats to the house cat. From the family parrot to the majestic eagle. I use various mediums, acrylic airbrush, colored pencils and even textiles. As well as wildlife, I also have graphics based on ancient rock art, pictoglyphs and pictogr...

Ilya Repin: "whisperings" about an open Russian Secret.

Stepping stones into the world of a 19th century Russian Master painter. Here you can find out about when he was born, when he died and everything in between. A well varied selection of his work including his etchings, watercolours and oils, will be...

The Art of Diego Rivera

Diego Rivera (December 8, 1886 - November 24, 1957) was born Diego Maria de la Concepcion Juan Nepomuceno Estanislao de la Rivera y Barrientos Acosta y Rodriguez in Guanajuato, Gto. He was a world-famous Mexican painter, an active Communist, and husb...

ArtRage Artists on Deviantart

I've adored Artrage - a digital painting program - since the moment I got my graphics tablet. Actually, no, that's a lie - I bought my tablet because of ArtRage. It's always been quite special finding other painters using it - and there seem not be...

The Road To Mixed Media

for it will come back to haunt you!  In this lens, I talk about how I ended up making mixed media.  I always said, I'd never do such a thing, and here I am, doing it.  And happily, too!!!  You name it, I do it.  Collage, alte...

Auguste Rodin in Raleigh, North Carolina

There are many reasons why Raleigh is on the short list of "Best Places to Live" lists. The plethora of great universities, best medical care in the country, the climate, the beauty of it all, and then there is the North Carolina Museum of Arts with...

Cheryl Craig Aboriginal Artist

Cheryl Craig is a descendant of the Wiradjuri people of Australia. Her paintings tell the stories of how her people once lived, how they live today, and of her own dreaming. Cheryl was born and still lives on the Wiradjuri lands of NSW. As a child s...

Rick Rush Art

Rick Rush is America's Sports Artist. He captures the energy and passion of various sports, from football and baseball to NASCAR to equestrian and water sports. "Through his masterful interpretation and rich, evocative use of color, Rush is able to p...

ELEMENTAL The Power of Illuminated Love

Art and poetry are mutually enhancing creations that have enriched humanity for centuries. Along with music, they represent cultural treasures that continue to endure and inspire the world. Pairings of work by such notables as artist Salvador Dali an...

William Kless Studio--Telling the Story of Cleveland's Past

William Kless is a storyteller, but not the usual kind. Bill tells stories with pictures. One of Bill's hobbies is to collect information and memorabilia about Cleveland's past, especially related to old amusement parks. Then he takes his considerab...

Matthew Bates Original Paintings From Firenze

Welcome to My artistic lens featuring links to Matthew Bates painting sites where you can view my paintings and read articles about my art.

Watercolor Artist Paul Jackson

American Watercolorist Traditionally watercolor has been considered hard to control and too contrary for serious painting. Few artists have elevated this medium beyond a basic sketch. Missouri artist Paul Jackson is one who pushes those boundaries. ...

Featured Lenses: Designers

Charles Rennie Mackintosh

Charles Rennie Mackintosh was one of the most influential designers of the 20th century. Multi-talented, he designed buildings, furniture, textiles, interiors and painted unusual and dramatic watercolours. In spite of being probably the most gifted d...

The Art of Xan

How can just one person change the world around her? Alexandra Underhill, also known as Xan, is definately influencing everyone who meets her. She is a fascinating individual, fiercely creative, and passionate about recycling. Her talent, her passio...

Susie Cooper: A Great Pottery Designer

How did the youngest child of a middle class family become one of the most influential designers of the 20th century? Although, small in stature, Susie Cooper became one of the giants of 20th century design in a career that spanned more than seventy...

William Morris

One day in 1853, William Morris and Edward Burne-Jones were walking down a street in Oxford and were instantly captivated by a painting in a shop window - The Return of the Dove to the Ark by John Everett Millais. This was a turning point in the live...

Jil Sander

Ask anyone about high fashion, and it is always about Prada, Versace, Dolce and Gabbana, or Armani. While those are very good designers in their own rights, I feel that people get blind sighted with names and logos. As a former associate at an upscal...

Nick Griffin Contemporary Artist & Designer

Introducing the new and dynamic art from one of the most innovative contemporary artists in Australia, Nick Griffin. This gallery presents you with pieces of artwork that are guaranteed to make you think and reflect on your construct of the world aro...

Deby Cowdin--Turning Trash into Functional Art

Deby Cowdin is a close friend of mine and fellow entrepreneur. She has built a business based on recycling used alcohol bottles from local bars and restaurants and has grown it to over 50 retailers that carry her product across the U.S. A glass artis...

Animals in Art

Bear Art: Beauty And The Beast

Here you'll find Bear Art -- sculptures, photography, paintings, drawings, carvings -- all of Bears in all their glory. Also tips on naming sculptures, using photos as inspirations, and much more. I love bears. I devote so much time and energy into...

Bear Fetishes - Carvings And Jewelery

I love bears and bear fetishes. As a sculptor and sometime carver, I've particularly drawn to fetishes. Especially bears. Here I'll share my continued research on bear fetishes. I'll introduce you to Zuni and Inuit carvers; the history of fetishes; a...

Lions, Fu Dogs and Bears (OH MY!)

Animals make fascinating subjects for artists. Here you'll find unique sculptures of lions, fu dogs, bears, cats, wolves and other animals. I'll showcase my sculptures plus other artist's creations. I'll also include interesting facts about the ani...

Art Galleries

The Louvre: Essential, Little Known Tourist Tips

Paris had never been on my 'places to go' list. I believed the stereotypes about snooty French who didn't like Americans. Boy was I wrong. Now don't get me wrong. They don't, like much of Europe, accommodate Americans by speaking English, but other...

Art News

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Featured Lenses: Fantasy

Looking For Evil Skull Drawings?

Ever since, the evil skull drawings have been dominating the artists minds. Many sculptures, paintings and drawings contains the details of evil skull drawings and skull clip arts. Associated with pirates, poison, and religion, the origins of the sku...

Drawing Dark Demonic Art

Are you a creative person?, I am and I love to design dark, demonic designs, and draw horror related fantasy art stuff, and with links to how to draw a demon and other demon products that inspire you or help me and you build what I am trying to creat...

Food and Drink in Art

Wine in Art

You can't invoke styles of wine on someone against their will, and it's just the same over an item of art but... ...put the expression of wine onto a canvas and hopefully the art will express itself. Styles of Wine Art come in all forms: from the th...

Graphic Design

CURIOUS COVERS

Welcome to Curious Covers! As the old saying goes, "never judge a book by its cover". But why not?  After all, some of them are a tad quaint perhaps even a bit quirky. While on the other hand, some are just downright questionable! T...

TOP 10 FREE Graphic Design Downloads

Instantly download vector templates for all your graphic design needs! Your one-stop-shop for FREE Adobe Illustrator Fills & Textures, graphic patterns, stock illustrations, images and templates for use in all areas of design, including: graphic des...

Squidoo Design - FREE Logos for the Squidoo Community

  FREE Squidoo Design Group There are more Logos displayed there & you can add your Lens .. I also display other peoples work :) So get on board. I´m working on a Squid for all occasions.. Your going to love this, as it´s going to really make...

Thanksgiving and Christmas Greeting Cards and more For Fun!

I enjoy making my own greeting cards and did it before the age of computers. Now I have lots of fun learning new ways to make them. One of my favorite things to do is to swap heads using clip art and a picture of the person I am making the card for....

Original Christmas Cards

Sending Christmas cards is tradition that many people cherish and will go on although today more and more people simply send SMS with greeting message! Still it's great to both send and receive a Christmas Cards - makes Christmas somehow more about f...

Abbey Road Artwork

Abbey Road was the last album recorded by the Beatles before they split up (it also happens to be my personal favourite). But I would like to explore another aspect of the album in this lens - the artwork.

Dazzle by Halloween on Zazzle

When I first joined Zazzle.com I wasn't aware how many really great artists work there and sell their art applied on different items. As time past by, I have favored and became a fan of many great artist in this growing community that combines creati...

Interior Design

Children's Bedroom Accessories

You've spent a lot of time and effort decorating your child's bedroom and playroom to create a colorful, warm, and loving environment for them to grow up in. You''ve had fun picking out the colors and designs to stimulate your child's growth and spa...

Natural Bathroom Decor

Do you wish to change your bathroom? Does your bathroom feel old, outdated, or just not your style? You can add a sense of elegance to any bathroom with accessories made from natural materials. In this lens you will find bathroom accessories made fr...

Bedroom Designs and Furniture

Interior design does not stop in the living room, there are a number of ways that the choice of bed headboards, bed linen and furniture can be used to carry your design style throughout the house. This lens will provide you with access to websites f...

Interior Designs, Curtains & Blinds

Interior design style is a very personal choice and can be full on fussy or completely minimalistic. To choose the right style, color and type of curtains or blinds to compliment your chosen design style is much more achievable if you can use some h...

Issues in Art and Design

10 Good Reasons Why Artists Should Get Real Jobs

We've all seen the deluded souls on Pop Idol shows, absolutely convinced that they are the next big thing, staring open mouthed in disbelief as the judges proceed to tell them that they have no hope whatsoever of going anywhere any time soon with the...

Jewelry

Art Jewelry - How to Thrive in a Competitive Market

Jewelry is a tough, competitive business. And art jewelry is more so. How do you compete with so many other artists selling jewelry? How do you make your mark and attract loyal clientele? This lens is a guide to help you sell your jewelry, and resou...

Kimberly Monaco Designs--Simple, Handmade, and Repurposed Jewelry

I would like to introduce you to my friend Kimberly Monaco, who is a unique jewelry artist. Kim specializes in simple, unique designs, often using recycled and found objects. Her work is stunning, with a unique simplicity that draws the eye. So if yo...

Trollbeads History--Since 1976

I have only recently discovered Trollbeads, a unique and fascinating jewelry company based out of Denmark. You may have heard of some of Trollbeads' competitors, there have been several, but Trollbeads is the original and the innovator, both in prod...

The Art of Creating Jewelry

Creating jewelry is my passion, and I have been making and selling jewelry for the past 12 years. This lens is about my journey from beader to jeweler to artist. There is definately a difference between a beader, jeweler, and artist. And it takes an...

Techiques

More Ceramic Painting Techniques

So you've settled on a design for your pottery item; here are more techniques to have fun with painting your ceramics, at a ceramic studio or at home!

Twelve Things to Love About Wet-In-Wet Watercolor

*1 Every Painting is an Exciting Challenge *2 You Never Know Exactly How It's Going to Turn Out *3 The Wet Surface will Do A Lot of the Work for You *4 Good Results are Achieved with Minimal Instruction *5 This Can be Done with Limited Supplies that...

My Journey into Watercolor

I began my journey into watercolor about 5 years ago, after being a jewelry artist for over 10 years. I wanted to explore the wonderful colors but had absolutely no experience with painting. Little did I know that watercolor is considered the most di...

Ceramic Painting Techniques

If you're like me, one look into a ceramic painting studio produces two emotions: Envy and dismay! Envy at the beautiful pieces painted by other people, and dismay at the idea of having to choose a ceramic, a theme, colors, and then trying to make so...

Tutorials

Sensational Sketches In Six Simple Steps

With this system, patience and desire, anyone can learn to draw! Six Simple Steps to Sensational Sketches

Airbrush Demo - Wolf

The airbrush has the reputation of being just for t-shirts and motorcycle helmets. That's not the case. The airbrush can be used to paint fine art as well. I'll show you how.

Astronomy Activities: It's a Starry Starry Classroom

 From Astronomy to Art this lens will give you dozens of ideas, resources, hints and tricks to create starry-themed activities for both homeschool families and classrooms. Learn about Vincent Van Gogh's Starry Starry Night painting technique. Lis...

Free Online Painting Lessons

Painting Tips for beginning artists - free painting lessons online. An approach to painting skies and distance in landscapes and painting lessons on trees and other tips. Perspective information for landscape artists. These free online lessons are do...

Colored Pencil Demo - Fur

Doing fur with colored pencils is actually very easy. It can be time consuming however, so you might want to start small. Doing fur, to me, is very zen like. I just immerse myself into the piece and let the world go away. I'll show you, step by step,...

Colored Pencil Demo - Feathers

Every wonder how artists get the look of feathers? Well I'm going to show you how to do it. It's not hard, but it is time consuming. So get yourself nice and comfy and lets get started.

Airbrush Demo - Osprey

This tutorial will show you how to airbrush on a denim shirt. I'll take you step by step and show you the supplies you need to get started with the airbrush.

Drawing Skulls And Skull Art

Skull drawings are synonomous with tattoo designs, they can be depicted in many forms of tattoo, tribal and custom designs are quite popular in this specialist area of tattoo art. In this lens I would like to explore the many ways that a skull desig...

Unusual Art & Design Lenses

Chopper Tattoo Gallery

C hopper Tattoo Gallery is a tattoo community website which gives you access to thousands of tattoo designs, tattoo images, and tattoo flash in one place. They have the largest tattoo gallery on the Internet. You can browse through their tattoos, fin...

The Spiritual Art of SandPainting

The Navajo word for sand-paintings means "place where the gods come and go." The sand-painting has been used for centuries in religious rituals, including healing ceremonies performed by Navajo medicine men. A sand-painting for a ceremony is made on...

Windswept Driftwood Art

Featuring Driftwood art objects and driftwood furniture, driftwood art for sale, and books on driftwood garden furniture. Full of great driftwood ideas for your yard and home. There's something wonderfully organic about driftwood that has been selec...

The Beauty of Stained Glass Artwork

Welcome to the Beauty of Stained Glass Artwork! Throughout this lens I will try to introduce you to one of my favorite types of artwork - my own home-made, handcrafted stained glass. With the aid of some of the pictures from my collection, I hope to...

Eight Ways Animal Spirits Teach Us About Life

* Helps integrate nature into your life * Can announce physical changes or danger * Will help develop more appreciation for all life * Can foretell shifts in consciousness * Signals times of insight and opportunity * Adds affirmation and clarity to y...

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Where Creativity & Intuition Meet

Have you ever just known exactly what to do? Has the paint just flowed from your brush without thought? Have the words just written themselves? Have you just danced with joy to a piece of music you have never heard before? These bursts of creativity...

Architecture of Mexico

Mexico has cities, towns and villages that feature assorted architectural styles. Most of the architecture is an enchanting blend of colonial and indigenous cultures. There are wonderful cathedrals, pyramids made during the pre-Hispanic times, histo...

The Art of Mexico

Mexico is known worldwide for its folk art traditions, mostly derived from a combination of the indigenous and Spanish crafts. Particularly notable among handicrafts are the clay pottery made in the valley of Oaxaca and the bird and animal figures ma...

Art & Design Stores

Etsy--A Site for Selling Handmade

Over the last couple of years, Etsy has emerged as THE SITE for selling handmade products, from fabric dolls, to ceramics, from original paintings to jewelry. The range of shops is wide--sellers range from stay-at-home moms earning some money part-ti...

My Favorite Paintings

Some of my best friends are painters. I haven't painted anything in years myself, but I'm still appreciative (how about envious and in awe). Here will be the finest paintings by living artists that I can find! Maybe a few dead artists too. This firs...

Whatever It Takes - Celebrities Designing Artwork for Charity

Whatever It Takes is a unique charity artwork project. The concept is simple. They gather artworks from leaders in all fields; royalty, film, music, Nobel Peace Prize laureates, sports, literature etc. Each ambassador donates a symbol of hope, a self...

The Squidoo Zazzle Gallery

Zazzle is a print on demand online store that allows customers to create their own unique designs from templates or completely from scratch. I love Zazzle because I can buy just one gift at a time that I create and have it ship directly to my out of...

Fractal Art by Vicky

I love fractal art! Discovered it in 2003, three years after getting my first computer...and embracing my inner geek. By 2005 I was uploading files to CafePress on classroom computers -- when I was technically supposed to be teaching kindergarten. Re...

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