Today we’re going to talk about one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, the infamous pop-artist Andy Warhol. I can guarantee you that you will have seen his work, or work inspired by him, possibly without even realizing. His style is both iconic and eye-catching, and echoes of it can be seen […]
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The cost of living crisis means we’re all looking for ways to save money. One way is to make your own gifts for special occasions and with one just around the corner, I thought it would be a good time to float some ideas that you will have time to make before the day. In
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I really enjoy a lot of the creative themed shows on the TV, from the Sewing Bee to the Bake Off, there’s a wide range of shows around the offer viewers the chance to watch people creating in a competitive style. My personal favourite is the Great Pottery Thrown Down, which has just returned to
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Whether you’re an artist, a craftsperson or just a keen dabbler in the creative arts, there’s one thing you’ve no doubt found, and that’s keeping paint brushes clean. It can be quite a challenge, but it’s essential to ensure that your brushes last a long time and continue to be effective tools for your art.
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There’s been a massive growth in the number of people journaling the last 10 years. It’s become a really popular creative hobby for many, leading to an explosion in different styles and forms from the deeply personal to the public and shared on the likes of TikTok and Twitch. Seeing it around may have piqued
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Pyrography, also known as wood burning, is a form of art that involves using a heated tool to burn designs onto wood, leather, or other materials. JKartcz’s shop on Etsy specializes in this type of art, with a focus on Viking and pagan imagery. His stylized approach to these themes likely adds a unique and
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I’d like to introduce you to one of my favourite artists, and arguably one America’s greatest artists of the 20th century – Edward Hopper. His work has been a massive inspiration to me and scores of other artists. The work can be deceptively simple at times as it is more about mood and feeling than
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I’ve been doing art since a small child, but many people give up on their creative ambitions and urges when they leave school. Often they’ve been told they’re not good enough, or they’ve convinced themselves they can’t draw or paint. However, it’s always there, in the back of their minds, niggling away. Then one day,
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Here at Arts & Crafts Hub, we’re going to take a look at famous (and not so famous) artworks and artists. What better way to start than by taking a look at what is arguably the most famous painting in the world, The Mona Lisa. The painting has featured in countless TV shows, films, songs
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If you’ve been in your local craft store the last year or so, you’re bound to have spotted a large section dedicated to Diamond Art. But what is it exactly, and why is it so popular at the moment? Are you ready for a crash course in diamond painting? First, what is it exactly? Well,
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