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Encaustic Painting: An Ancient Art Technique

One of the world’s oldest art forms, the Greeks first used the technique “enkaustikos” (meaning, to burn in), to caulk ship hulls with wax. The success of this coating led to the use of encaustic technique to decorate the boats,…

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Tips to Hanging your Fine Art

Now that you have found the “perfect” piece, one that really inspires you, it is time to display it. There are several steps you should take to hang fine art safely, with the correct tools and hardware, and in an…

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Tips for Collecting Sculptures for Art Lovers

When considering building an art collection, sculpture may not be the first thing that comes to mind. After all, sculpture cannot be simply placed on a large wall, to fit in with an already-organized room. Choosing and placing sculpture is…

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Must-See Art Museums in New York City

With nearly 85 art museums in the New York City area, choosing which ones to spend hours (even days) browsing is a daunting task. We help you choose with these top facilities; these selected few offer the most exhaustive collections,…

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