Don't be fooled by how easy painting looks, getting it right is incredible difficult. It requires an in depth understanding of how to prep each different material properly. It requires a broad knowledge of the ...
If you only know anime as shows for kids like Pokemon, you're missing out on some masterpieces of anime films. Discover the amazing medium for storytelling that is anime movies with this article.
Exterior paint has to withstand varying weather conditionswooden door image by Lars Christensen from Fotolia.comThere are several key differences between painting indoors and out. When you paint outside, you need paint that will withstand sun and rain, and you need to use exterior-grade...
Traditional Vietnamese silk paintings depict scenes of everyday life, including landscapes and pagodas. The quality of the painting is dependent on the quality of the silk. As the colors bleed into the fabric, it softens the lines and gives the painting a dreamy look. The artist must have an intimat
An unfinished basement ceiling is an unsightly portion of any home. Even if you only use the basement for laundry and storage, it can look much better if you take the time to paint the ceiling. A painted, but otherwise unfinished, ceiling takes on the look of an industrial space and can turn an eyes
Humans have beheld the moon as an object of beauty and wonder since time immemorial. Ancient peoples even worshipped it as an object of divinity before it was scientifically understood. Such fascination has inspired a large body of moon photography. Such photos usually represent the moon as white, w
In summary, you need to write a script, make your storyboard (pencil and paper perhaps?), then record and edit the audio (dialogue, music and sound effects), make your animatic in a video editing software, design your characters, animate, and then, after everything is ready, you can edit the final p
Although cultured marble looks like the real thing, it's actually a molded polymer product made from resin and filler material such as crushed marble or limestone, plus color and additives that give its surface a realistic appearance. A gelcoat provides a hard, nonporous finish. Both the gelcoat and
Why would you want to use gesso on a board? Gesso gives a board a different texture once it dries. Instead of painting on just a plain surface, gesso will add texture to the surface, such as bumps or ridges. Painting a board with gesso is easy. All you need is gesso, a board, a paint brush and a
Ink can be used to create artwork by using a number of tools including a paintbrush, nib or pen. Pens and nibs can be used to draw and sketch, and can also add texture to an image. These tools can also be used to improve the accuracy of the lines and details that make up an image. A paintbrush can b
Acrylic paint gives artists certain advantages. It dries fast, is easy to work with and may be painted over relatively quickly. Artists may paint seascapes and harbor scenes with boats from a live point of view before the scene changes. Painting a boat takes just a few steps and some basic equipment
Auto signs have picked up ubiquity on account of the high potential for customization and general minimal effort. It's paramount to take great consideration of the auto signage you request, however, or what begun as ...
Keep a fan on while painting with enamel paint.industrial fan image by timur1970 from Fotolia.comEnamel paint is chosen for painting surfaces that are most likely to be abused. Areas with high traffic, appliances and vehicles all use enamel paint. Doors, bathroom, trim and areas of the...
Those who wish to leave behind a portrait for posterity have a few styles to choose from. For example, there are head shot portraits, where the sitter has a plain background behind him and stares directly at the camera to engage the viewer. There are also portraits where the subject poses with items
If you've built your own wood crates, protect the wood from warping and rot by finishing it with water-resistant oil-based coatings. Because wood crates carry all sorts of materials, they are often subject to abrasion and duress. While the right stain can add beauty to an otherwise plain wood crate,
Homes that are constructed with vinyl siding and PVC molding need a refreshingly updated look from time to time. Both can be painted with exterior acrylic latex paint, if you use the right technique. A gloss paint will allow imperfections to stick out like the proverbial sore thumb, so choose flat o
Antique bookcases come in a variety of finishes, any of which may be crackled or faded. You can update the look of the bookcase with a fresh coat of paint, but you will want to keep the antiqued look of the piece to retain some of its well-earned character. Skipping the sanding step and applying a b
Glow in the dark paint is craft supply staple that both kids and adults love to play with. Phosphorescent paint also has practical uses; you can mark walls and objects to help you navigate a dark garage or attic, or you can paint custom fishing lures.Most people by glow in the dark pain
3D Water - The Ocean In this tutorial we will create and render a 3d water surface in 3ds max that can be used as any water body. We will use Mental Ray renderer and Daylight System in the scene.
