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Five Beautiful Places to See Fall Foliage in the USA
Family vacations can range from amusement parks to lush
resorts, but one of the best experiences you can give your children when they
are young is the gift of beautiful scenery.Getting out of your element, especially if you live in a part
of the country where evergreens or pines reign supreme, is a great way to amaze
your family with how beautiful the natural scenery of the some of the most
colorful fall places can be. See below for the five most beautiful places in
the country to check ou
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20th Nov 2017
Out-of-the-box Ideas for Your Mirrors
Mirrors are not only some of the most beautiful pieces of
decor in your home, but they can also serve several functions other than
offering a reflection. They can open up a room, add lighting and even serve a
purpose as artwork in themselves.Mirrors come in a variety of shapes and sizes and can be
simple or as ornate as you choose. If you are looking for different ways to use
your favorite mirrors, see below for some unique ideas. Take it outdoors. People
often forget that outdoor spaces n
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27th Oct 2017
A Brief History of Convex Glass
Convex glass, also known as bubble glass, is a type of framing
in which the glass is curved outward. While it is mostly used in the
restoration of vintage frames, it can be provided for a number of uses in the
present day.Chances are you have come across a portrait or two of an older
relative hanging somewhere that stands out from the others. If you take a
closer look, you may notice some differences not only in the way the glass
curves, but the photograph itself. So what is convex glass,
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10th Oct 2017
The Basics of Art Exhibits
One aspect of the art business is marketing
your art. It is important to display your work in the best light for potential
buyers. And in this day and age, artists have a lot of options to market their
artwork. Aside from working with an art gallery, you can become a self-styled
art curator. You can independently mount your own art exhibit featuring your
work in a selected location.Here are some things you should think of when
mounting a display of your work:
Theme. What
overall look and
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30th Aug 2016
Framing Basics: Choosing the Right Glazing
When you are in a profession that involves
framing (such as photography or interior decorating), the details of the
picture frames should not be overlooked. Aside from the design, color and
overall appearance of the picture frame, you also need to consider what type of
glass you would want to use.For antique glass picture frames, a classic
look often combines the elaborate design of the molding with the domed glass.
These can be used for antique portraits. However, for other types of pictu
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8th Aug 2016
Perfecting Antique Portrait Photography
The vintage look is now in vogue! Aside from themed wedding photographs, people are now
looking for professionals who do vintage photography for portraits. There is
just something about an antique portrait that fascinates and tickles the
imagination. Antique portraits have that classic, timeless appeal that some
clients would like to achieve for their own portraits. They may want to match
the portraits their ancestors had or they may want the timeless appeal of
vintage photographsThe good
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11th Jul 2016