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How to Draw an Evil Witch
Imagine a car made from rectangles and circles, or the humps of a camel made from the letter "M." Drawing with this process is called a "doodle trick" and is an easy way to draw almost anything. Combining the letters "A," "B" and "C" can result in an evil green witch with big ears and a pointy hat.
How to Prepare an Old Concrete Garage Floor for Paint
An old garage floor can be made to look fresh and new with a coat of concrete paint. The hardest part of the project is to prepare an old concrete garage floor for paint. With a little knowledge about how to remove stains, patch cracks and use a concrete primer, the project can be completed with gre
How to Learn Sketching Online
Drawing, which is also called sketching, is a basic art skill used in everything from line art to paintings and even sculptures when using the sketch as the basic design. It is possible to learn sketching without ever leaving the comfort of home. All that is needed to learn sketching online is a com
How to Paint New Wood Fascia on Our House
Fascia wood on a home usually supports the house’s gutter and makes up a portion of the home’s trim as well. If you have new wood fascia on your home, painting it will help make it match the rest of your home’s trim. Select a waterproof, exterior paint for the fascia wood that is t
How to Draw Small Flowers
The world around you is one of the greatest references to use in your artwork. Nature is full of beautiful colors, delicate details and wondrous shapes. It is only fitting to take some of nature's beauty and transfer it to paper. One small part of nature is the flower. There are thousands of documen
How to Draw a Larva
Larvae vary in essential characteristics depending on insect species. Some larvae, like the cicada, possess long, thin legs for digging and have fat, large bodies. Many larvae, like the grubs of beetles, have soft and shiny white bodies. Caterpillars, on the other hand, have elongated bodies with a
How to Prepare a Masonite Panel for Oil Paint
When painting in oil, you should prepare your Masonite panel prior to painting to protect the panel and lay down a good ground for your paints to adhere to. Using acrylic gesso is the best way to do this. Acrylic gesso is water-soluble and dries fast. It will protect the underlying panel from potent
How to Make a Photography Umbrella
A reasonably inexpensive piece of equipment, the photography umbrella gives photographers greater control over the level of lighting in their photographs. The umbrellas are designed to reflect light back on the subject, resulting in a softer lighting effect. For a fraction of the cost of a purchased
Create a Portrait Painting From Your Photos
The tradition of portrait painting was prevalent prior to the development of photography. Royal and aristocratic families used to have paintings of family members from past generations. Couples that got engaged used to send portrait ...
NYCC / NYAF 2010 – Saturday Crowd
Fans flock to the NYCC exhibit hall at the Jacob K. Javits Center in New York City.
Considerations for Fine Art Photography for Sale
In case you are considering buying fine art photography for sale then there are some of the things that you need to bear in mind so that you can buy the right one that you ...
How to Customize Polo Shirts
You can customize polo shirts to portray a variety of images, words or symbols. For example, students who participate in school club or informal sports team can create custom shirts that display their team name. The cost of customizing polo shirts will vary based on your location, number of shirts o
How to Draw Dune Buggies
Dune buggies are a popular recreational vehicle made for off roading, specifically for sand dunes or beaches. The dune buggy has a unique look thanks to its wire roll cage designed to protect the driver and its small body frame. The principles of drawing a dune buggy follow closely with the principl
How to Draw a Silkworm
The silkworm is a caterpillar that will eventually become a silk moth. As the primary producer of silk in the world, these small creatures are incredibly valuable and important in the ecosystem. Simple to draw, the silkworm consists of three parts, the head, thorax and abdomen. When drawing a silk w
How to Keep Photos Straight on a Wall
Nothing adds interest to a wall like a professional-looking collection of framed photographs, with careful spacing, equal negative space and clean, straight rows. But even picture frames that are hung perfectly straight may fall victim to slammed doors, dusting or the effects of time. Crooked pictur
How to Draw an Anime Walking
When drawing anime in motion, the artist needs to emphasize the movement. For a walk, the position of the back foot determines the speed. When running, the back foot should be completely off the ground compared to walking where the toes remain on the ground. The body should be upright to represent a