Monthly Archives: November 2009
How do you remove pencil from canvas?
I’m doing a drawing on canvas & am doing the basic drawing with pencil & have made mistakes & can’t remove them! In the past I have used methylated spiritbut don’t have any right now. Anything like household stuff anyone … Continue reading
How much should a photographer ask for portraits?
I’m a young photographer. I have a Nikon D60, a flash, a 55-200mm lens and am getting some collapsible reflectors. I have a real gift for the art, and know how to get professional looking photos. I have never done … Continue reading
How do I make posters of my paintings?
I have paintings that I would like to have posters made of so I can sell the posters. What is the process for doing this? How much does it cost? ArtWanted does prints from paintings for its members and even … Continue reading
How does an artist get a show at a gallery?
I’m an artist looking for a way to sell my art for extra money. Does anyone know the proper way to get a show or be part of a show at an art gallery? Is there any protocol and any … Continue reading
Anyone have advice/ tips for DIY framing rectangular prints in oval frames?
Have a large stairway that really needs some decor. Have chosen some beautiful prints but all are rectangular. The space would certainly be more visually pleasing if oval frames were used. Problem is, professional custom framing will cost an arm … Continue reading
Is painting a lime solution on trees necessary to protect them from insects?
I live in Guatemala. Here people have a passion for painting things white, including rocks, telephone poles, curbs, and tree trunks. They paint with a lime solution that looks like white paint but rubs off on everything. I don’t like … Continue reading
Can I paint with acrylics on a watercolor board?
So I ended up buying (due to rush) a watercolor board for an intended acrylic painting…since they’re both thinned with water, is is safe for me to use acrylic paint on a watercolor board? Yes, you can use acrylic on … Continue reading
How would you get rid of pencil marks that show through an oil painting?
I am painting an oil painting and I did the beginning sketch with pencil. Now the pencil marks are showing through the oil paint. How can I fix this? I agree with the first two answers. In the future, it … Continue reading
What kind of camera is suitable for documenting paintings?
I do professional work, so I would like to get a professional camera to document my paintings. I was referred to the Canon Rebel XS, but I’m not sure. It seems a bit too pricey. Any suggestions? As long as … Continue reading
where can find enthusiast of oil paintings?
HI,I am Sim,I come from Excellent oil paintings Corp.Xiamen,China.I want to make overseas friend of artist to advance our technique of oil paintings.I also want to find enthusiast of liking our artwork. we are good at oil paintings, textured paintings … Continue reading