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Where Do Interior Designers Buy Artwork for Their Clients?
Where Do Interior Designers Buy Artwork for Their Clients?

Nothing finishes a space like a beautiful piece of luxury fine art. Carefully curated pieces have the power to reimagine a space, creating illusions of depth, breadth, and size...

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Aspen of My Eye: A Profile of the Populus Genus
Aspen of My Eye: A Profile of the Populus Genus

Aspens, or more specifically, aspen trees, are a beautiful species of tree found in many colder, more temperate regions within the northern hemisphere. They are members of the Populus genus, which contains a little over two dozen unique species of flowering deciduous plants – the most well-known of which is perhaps the Populus section Populus, more commonly referred to as aspens or white poplar trees...

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What is Naturalism in Photography?
What is Naturalism in Photography?

Naturalism is an art movement that first developed in the realm of painting, where naturalist painters sought to make the most realistic depictions of a landscape. When the camera was invented, artistic naturalism was pushed in a new direction and sought to outdo photography; naturalist artists began creating works of hypnotically lifelike effects with paint...

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Discover the Diversity of Sand Dunes
Discover the Diversity of Sand Dunes

Whether you live near the ocean or the desert, if you live near a majestic mountain of sand, you live near a sand dune. Sand dunes are massive, wind-sculpted piles of sand that are simultaneously sturdy and fragile...

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Nature’s Luxury: How Fine Art Photographers Capture The World’s Most Beautiful Places
Nature’s Luxury: How Fine Art Photographers Capture The World’s Most Beautiful Places

Image you’re out on a hike or a walk or just simply outside, and you see something so beautiful and breathtaking that you have to take a picture of it…but then, when you look at the picture later, it’s not how you remembered it? It’s duller and dimmer and does not capture the essence of that natural beauty you experienced...

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Black & White Wall Art for a Modern Home
Black & White Wall Art for a Modern Home

Nature is full of vivid color, but black and white photography has a unique way of capturing an image, and makes for gorgeous wall decor. Framed prints of black and white fine art photography can change the emotion and tone of the room simply by existing in monochrome...

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How To Choose Living Room Wall Art
How To Choose Living Room Wall Art

When you’re decorating your living room and looking at the blank wall in front of you, the possibilities for that wall space are endless. You want to choose wall art that looks good and reflects your interests; you want these statement pieces to make a statement! Here are 3 easy tips on how to choose a fine art print for your living room and make that space truly yours...

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To Frame or Not To Frame?
To Frame or Not To Frame?

When you’re decorating the walls of your home, you have a lot of options. Fine quality art prints are a great choice because you have so much flexibility when choosing prints that fit your home’s aesthetic and your personal tastes...

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Travel the World Through Fine Art
Travel the World Through Fine Art

Art is a universal unifier, a mode of expression that transcends language, time, and place. The paintings, sculptures, and scribbles of humans born centuries ago inform much of what we know about the past and have helped to influence our lives today...

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Poster vs. Fine Art Print - The Differences Explained
Poster vs. Fine Art Print - The Differences Explained

What is the difference between a poster and a fine art print? This is a commonly asked question and for those not actively involved in creating, collecting or studying art it may be confusing...

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Ansel Adams: The Most Famous Black and White Landscape Photographer
Ansel Adams: The Most Famous Black and White Landscape Photographer

When people think of black and white landscape photography they often think of one man: Ansel Adams. His works have helped to inspire generations of photographers. But just what makes Ansel Adams so celebrated and influential? The following post delves more into Ansel Adams life and his legacy...

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Art Fairs Near Me | Best Art Festivals in the US
Art Fairs Near Me | Best Art Festivals in the US

It’s that time of year when the heat of the summer brings art outdoors! The art fair circuit is in full swing across much of the country, so we wanted to provide a list of the best art fairs in the USA...

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What are NFTs and Can Photographers Really Benefit From Them?
What are NFTs and Can Photographers Really Benefit From Them?

An NFT is a Non-Fungible Token. The token refers to a digital token or certificate that is stored on a secure distributed database referred to as the blockchain. NFTs are therefore unique digital assets that can be bought and sold, with every transaction being permanently recorded in the blockchain...

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Bob Ross: Iconic Landscape Artist and An Enduring Inspiration
Bob Ross: Iconic Landscape Artist and An Enduring Inspiration

In the world of fine art the name Bob Ross may not come up frequently, but for millions of aspiring artists he is an icon that continues to inspire and motivate. Bob Ross was the star of the PBS show The Joy of Painting from 1983 to 1994, and although the show ended over 25 years ago its popularity has increased dramatically in recent years...

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Art Galleries Near Me | Photography Gallery Near Me
Art Galleries Near Me | Photography Gallery Near Me

Looking for a night out at an art exhibit or interested in browsing a photo gallery in search of a masterpiece for your own collection? While most cities have several art galleries to choose from, finding the best one for your needs can be trickier than simply searching for the closest “art galleries near me...

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Art Museums Near Me | Best Virtual Art Museum Tours
Art Museums Near Me | Best Virtual Art Museum Tours

Need a break from the chaos of this year? Then why not spend an evening out at an art museum, or better yet, take a virtual museum tour from the comfort of your home! This article will give you insights on some of the best U...

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