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Coral Reef Art Projects

Teachers can use art projects to educate children about coral reefs and the creatures that inhabit them. These art activities can also be enjoyed by people of all ages. Coral reefs can also be an inspiring subject for many art projects due to the vibrant colorations and unusual shapes that make up t

How to Draw a Mayflower

The Mayflower (Epigaea regens), also known as trailing arbutus and ground laurel was chosen as the state flower of Massachusetts in 1918. Endangered since 1925, mayflowers are delicate, fragrant flowers found in sandy or rocky soils near the shade of evergreens that flourish in Massachusetts and blo

Mirroring the Greatest Art: Reproductions

Ever dreamed of owning a priceless work of art and perhaps even having it in your own home? But then you realized such a dream can usually never be possible due to the fact that ...

The Garden of Earthly Delights Bosch

The Garden of Earthly Delights is a famous Hieronymus Bosch triptych oil painting which makes a popular art print for those looking to buy reproductions of classic art for their own homes. This article discusses ...

What Happened Before Birth of Naruto?

We're all familiar with Naruto Uzumaki, the child of prophecy, the small obnoxious boy with Tailed Fox demon inside him. We recall his friends and enemies, his ability to fight and his big heart filled of love for all around him. We have been watching the ninja stories for years. Now, let'

What Kind of Paint Goes on Concrete?

Using the right paint for concrete offers enduring color for the area. Whether the plain concrete appears sterile or unfinished, or clashes with the surrounding color scheme, for patios, walkways or even driveways, a bit of color may be desired. Cement, however, is a unique medium and specific paint

What Are Luau Strings?

Ukuleles are musical instruments sometimes referred to as "luau strings" or, more commonly, "ukes." The ukulele is widely recognized a primary instrument in Hawaiian music; however, it was originally a Portuguese design. Various stories regarding the ukulele's conception attribute its invention to a

Painting on Tumbled Tile

Stone tiles, often made from marble or travertine, are tumbled in a machine that abrades the surfaces to create a rustic look with a rough finish. Craftspeople use tumbled tiles for rubber stamping and photo transfers. Tiles can also be hand-painted and used as coasters or made into a backsplash or

How to Design Playbills

A well-designed playbill is an essential accompaniment to a theatrical performance. Playbills enrich theatergoers’ experiences by providing them with added information about the play, cast and crew. If a playbill is sold or includes advertising, it also serves as a source of revenue for the pr

How to Make Indian Jingle Cones

Making Indian jingle cones is simple if you have the right tools and materials. Indian jingle cones are used to adorn Indian jingle dance dresses. When jingle cones are worn on Indian jingle dresses by dancers, together they make a jingling sound. Native American Indians believe that the sound of th

Interior Paint Sprayer Information

Painting the interior rooms of buildings requires careful planning, including choosing the best tools for the job. The job can often go much faster by using an interior paint sprayer rather than rollers and brushes.

How to Paint Washes in Oils

The style of wash painting in ink was developed by the ancient Chinese landscape painters. While it's usually associated with watercolor or ink, painting washes of color in oil has been popular since oil paintings' earliest days during the Renaissance. Painting in oil was first widely popularized by

What Colors Match Gray?

Gray is a neutral that can look right with just about any color of clothes or paint.tanj_gray_j image by Sergey Tokarev from Fotolia.comWhat colors match gray? The short answer is, just about everything. The longer answer is, it depends on the type of gray. Whether you're making a color...