Photo archives are tremendous for our mental health and usually put a smile on our faces as we reminisce about times gone by. There is more to looking backwards through your photo albums, even the ones stored on your phone, in the cloud, or on a hard drive.
January is the most despairing month of the year; every year! So many set themselves up for a paralysing year ahead by setting lofty ambitions disguised as New Year Resolutions.
The winter is upon us. You can wrap up indoors, or layer up and get outdoors for a brisk walk, take in the fresh scents of winter, and capture some of the most magnificent backdrops for any photo.
Have your photos become normal? It happens to everyone; even seasoned photographs. When you photograph the same thing repeatedly, no matter who or what it is, it will feel normal.
Did you know that half of Brits would call themselves a collector? Books, coins, and candles are the most commonly sought-after items. Not all items collected are easy to display. Most find their way onto shelves, into a spare room or get tucked into cupboard space.
Technology has come a long way in the last twenty years, but smartphones can still only reduce camera shake. They cannot totally eliminate the blurriness that ruins photos. To do that, the only true tried and tested method that has stood the test of time is camera stabilisers.
Today’s art market is broad and the most accessible it has ever been. In terms of understanding, not everyone is in the know about the different art genres, other than that people create them. Either by hand painting, drawing, or shooting, editing and printing.
Canvas prints offer a unique texture and a certain richness that no other print media can come close to matching. The standout effect it has on all types of prints has given rise to its popularity.
The most expensive time of the year is approaching; the festive season. Gifts are only part of the celebrations. Creating memories is by far the most important aspect. Getting together with family and friends, some of whom you may not have seen in a long time.
Making it as an artist takes more than talent and skill. It takes marketing to get noticed, then selling to earn a living, and that is where many a terrific artist falls short.
