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How to Paint With Charcoal
Charcoal is a drawing medium made from vine and willow that has been charred for use as a crayon. When the charred material is made into a powder, it has very poor paint pigment qualities. The crayon quality of charcoal is lightweight and renders deep, soft, rich gray-black c
How to Remove Car Wax
Removing car wax can be a difficult process, but it is necessary before applying another coat to the car. Before proceeding, note that this job is better left to a professional. Should you choose to do it yourself, here is how.
How to Paint a Piano Mural
Murals are large, celebratory paintings that can span across an entire wall, and generally represent the interest of an individual or community. These sweeping tributes can focus on people, places or things. If music is your passion, a whimsical depiction of a piano will definitely attract attention
How to Soundproof Cubicles
Soundproofing a cubicle is the best and often the only way for aspiring musicians to practice without disturbing neighbors. The noise problem is compounded if you happen to live live in an apartment. Lead sheeting frequently used for soundproofing is too heavy and unwieldy to use in a small space su
Having Good Signwriting Helps Your Business Stand Out From The Crowd
Standing out from the crowd is becoming increasingly difficult. There are a few reasons for this. First, the crowd is getting bigger. Sydney is a city of over four million people now and trying to ...
Improve Your Home DéCor With Contemporary Landscape Paintings
When you are shopping for a new home, take a look at the walls of the house. Are the walls bland? Do the walls lack color and make you feel dull? Is there any room ...
How to Refinish Antique Wrought Iron Furniture
Wrought iron is a strong iron alloy with a low carbon content. Because it is highly malleable, wrought iron is often made into furniture. Refinishing wrought iron furniture is complicated by the fact that metal accepts new finishes poorly. If you want to add a new, attractive finish to your antique
A Fast Way to Make a Silk Screen
Silk screening is a quick way to cover a surface with patterns, lettering or images on multiple products. Creating the initial silk screen can be time-consuming. The screen must be prepped with emulsion and then the image must be set on the silkscreen through a process called burning the screen. The
How to Make a Sketchy Drawing From a Photo
Learning to draw what you see is one of the most basic and important skills you can have as an artist, whether your subjects are live models or still-life scenery. If you live in a cramped art studio or another crowded environment, it can be hard to find a quiet place to sit outside and draw without
Graco Magnum Sprayer Troubleshooting
The Graco Magnum sprayer can save you massive time in painting walls and furniture. When it fails, your production slows down to a crawl. Electrical power issues, frozen paint and hardened paint are common issues with the sprayer. Resolve problems quickly by making a proper diagnosis before extensiv
How to Paint Bedside Tables
Painting bedside tables is not as simple as slapping on a coat of paint. Because most bedside tables are either varnished, stained, or both, they are ill-suited for paint adhesion. If you want to generate an attractive finish that will not peel paint soon after application, you will have to remove t
The Advantages of Using Drawing Programs
Drawing programs such as Adobe Illustrator and Corel Draw allow artists to create their work directly on a computer screen. While such programs will never truly replace more traditional forms of creative expression, they hold a number of advantages that serve commercial artists well. In...
Limitations to an Oil Painting on a Canvas
Oil paints have long been popularly held as the most challenging and prestigious painting medium. Some artists believe that oil paints are superior to acrylics, pastels, charcoal and watercolor in the level of intensity, realism and detail achievable. Oil painting, however, has a few disadvantages
How to Draw Men's Faces
Even if you're accomplished at drawing objects, drawing human faces can be challenging. Our minds tend to see a face as a series of symbols rather than objects, which interferes with our ability to draw them accurately. However, if you want to draw a man's face from your imagination, understanding b
Pinstriping Techniques
Pinstriping is a thin-lined design added to vehicles to enhance their exterior. It is often seen on classic cars and motorcycles. Pinstripes are added to the edges of flames to create a sharp, defined edge. Various techniques can be used to design your own pinstriping.
How to Paint My Dryer
You can paint your clothes dryer as long as you prepare it properly. Because dryers are metal, they are ill-suited for paint adhesion. Prepare the dryer to accept its fresh finish by applying a special acidic etching primer. Once the dryer is conditioned, it will accept new paint. Select one of two
How to Paint Stained Wood Trim White
Once sanded, stained wood trim accepts new layers of paint easily. But over time, the stain can seep through the paint. The discoloration is most pronounced if you are using white paint or a very light-colored paint. Fortunately, some additional wood preparation can prevent stain bleeding. With the