M.C. Escher Artist Biography

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M.C. Escher's life and work remains an enigma to most - to the extent that few people even know what the "M" and the "C" stand for. Maurits Cornelis Escher, as he is properly (but not commonly) known, was born in 1898 in Friesland in the northern part of the Netherlands. A poor student, Escher experimented with art in his teenage years, and even dabbled in architecture, poetry and literature. 

The Life of Escher
Escher took an unusual approach to art from very early on in his career. Preferring drawings and cuttings to painting techniques, Escher always adhered...

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Using Color Theory in Home Décor

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Home décor is one of the most important things to consider in order for you to have the best house ever. For this concern, you might need the help of professionals who can do the job effectively and properly. These are the individuals who can provide a lot of information and pieces of advice on what color, motif and other features you should have in your house. One of the most commonly used requirements that people have for their home décor is the color theory. Using color theory in home décor is advisable and recommended by professionals

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Ansel Adams - Artist Biography

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Few nature photographers are as well known, and as beloved, as Ansel Adams prints. Born in 1902 in San Francisco, Adams would get a late start on photography but nonetheless would grow into one of the most talented and skilled photographic artists of the 20th century. His eventual success both as a person and as a professional are even more impressive when one considers the unusual course of his early childhood. 

Ansel Adams: Master at Capturing Nature
Ansel Adams had the luck of being born into a wealthy family, but his luck wouldn't last long. During the great San Francisco earthquake of 1906 (when Adams was just a boy), he was thrown harshly...

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5 Tips for Adding Color to a Room Without Painting

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If you are someone who just can’t seem to add paint to your walls or let just say a neutral person, then you are the one who have problems with rooms that don’t emphasize the fashion that those colours do. There is no wrong with neutrals on wall; as a matter of fact they can become the background for a room full of life. If you don’t want to add colours to your wall, you may follow this tips that can truly help you.

First, pick your colour scheme. Choose two or three matching colours to create you scheme. Prevent using more than three colours, because your goals like making your bedroom look coordinated will not thrown away. Choose hues like pastel, turquoise, deep blue and...

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Choosing Art For Your Home

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Sometimes just the right kind of décor can make your house look like a palace. Has it ever been that you are filled with the urge of filling up your bed rooms, dining room and living space with the most beautiful paintings that ever exist? If so then you sure have an artistic mind which looks for beauty all around. However choosing the right kind of décor is also very important to give your house a pretty look. Here are certain small aspects that you cannot overlook before you buy yourself a painting or a piece of work.

The kind of art that you will like – looking for the right kind of painting which you think is the most eye - catching and beautiful should be the one decked in your house. You can of course visit the various...

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How to Make My Room Look Bigger

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If a room is small, its decoration can be done in such a manner that it can appear big. There are lots of tips and ideas that can be used to give a bigger look to a small room. If you have a small room and want to make it spacious yet attractive, here are a few simple tips that can prove useful in giving a fresh look to your small room using right color combinations and wallpaper designs.

Use lighter shades in the room: As your room is small, avoid dark shades on the walls but try to keep them light. This will reflect the light from the walls and it will appear bigger. Dark colors usually absorb light due to which the room looks really small as well as dark. Thus the best option is to try a good

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Kitchen Decor Ideas

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Kitchens are more than just a place where individuals cook their foods or prepare their meals. Sometimes, kitchens serve an ideal place for families to laugh, talk, and spend some quality time with one another. It is also where friends gather sometimes to talk while munching their favorite snacks. Like any other place in the house, it is important that individuals spend some time and effort decorating their kitchen to make it more inviting and appealing.

There are several sources that individuals can use to find kitchen decor ideas. For sure, they can find the one that will suit their tastes and preferences as well as their budget. However, before engaging in kitchen decor...

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Pablo Picasso - Artist Biography

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Born on October 25th, 1881 in the Malaga region of Spain, Pablo Picasso was exposed to art from an early age. His father, an academic painter named Jose Ruiz Blanco, encouraged Picasso to draw even as a child. In 1895, Picasso and his family moved to Barcelona, where the young artist would begin his professional training. 

Picasso’s Early Life
The great artist Pablo Picasso was born on October 25, 1981 in Malaga, Spain. His complete name is Pablo Diego Jose Francisco de Paula Juan Nepomuseno Maria de los Remedios Crispiniano de la Santasima Trinidad Martyr Patricio Clito Ruiz Picasso. Born in a middle class family Picasso, Son of Jose Ruiz Blaso and...


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Vincent Van Gogh Biography

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Vincent Van Gogh, considered by many to be one of the most influential artists of the last century, led a notoriously tumultuous life that is almost as well-known as his art. Born in poverty in the Netherlands, Van Gogh prints would go on to create a body of work that is unrivaled in scope and sheer inventiveness. Van Gogh's paintings are immediately recognizable, a testament to the originality of this truly unique human being.

Van Gogh: Struggle and Anonymity
Van Gogh wasn't born with a silver spoon in his mouth, and he continued to struggle for most of his life. Supported early on by his sister, Van Gogh prints nonetheless developed a remarkable artistic talent that was both constrained and developed by his lackluster circumstances. Van Gogh's first paintings show...

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Decorating a Small Apartment

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Home decoration is always a personalized process. Each home showcases the unique identity of the family members residing staying in the house. This is achieved by choosing decorative accents for the rooms which reflect the persona of the person or family living in it, and which have a special place in his or her life. The items which are purchased for home decoration should always be something that a person likes, and not something that is bought because it is in fashion. For a small room, it is advisable to minimize the home decor items, as too many knick knacks will make it difficult to move freely. 

Theme of the Room:
Each room in the home serves a different purpose and the articles used for decorating it should match the theme chosen for the room. A room which has carved or traditional furniture should have paintings which reflect that theme. Abstract paintings and eclectic lamps are best

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Revamping Your Family Room on the Cheap

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Even if you have a limited budget, it is possible to revamp the family room by making a few cosmetic changes. Paintings and lamps are among the most commonly used artefacts and these can be exchanged or replaced at a low cost. Flower vases with fresh flowers are among the most beautiful objects in a room, they cost very little and there is a new look every other day. Frame the latest family photographs and get wall hangings which match the theme of your room. Family rooms are normally full of books and magazines, and include music systems and TV’s there is little space for anything else. 

For expensive items like furniture and home appliances, it is advisable to avail of exchange offers which many branded and unbranded stores offer. Alternately the second hand goods can be sold at an auction website or at a jumble sale, and the money can be used to buy new furniture.

Buy during the sale season:
Just before festive/holiday season, the furniture and home appliance stores need to start stocking the newest models and latest fashion items. They put the slow moving appliances and furniture on sale, since the next festive season may have new styles in fashion. This also happens during the end of the festive season. This is the best time to buy home decor

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How to Make My Room Look Bigger

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If a room is small, its decoration can be done in such a manner that it can appear big. There are lots of tips and ideas that can be used to give a bigger look to a small room. If you have a small room and want to make it spacious yet attractive, here are a few simple tips that can prove useful in giving a fresh look to your small room using right color combinations and wallpaper designs.

Use lighter shades in the room: As your room is small, avoid dark shades on the walls but try to keep them light. This will reflect the light from the walls and it will appear bigger. Dark colors usually absorb light due to which the room looks really small as well as dark. Thus the best option is to try a good color combination that will suit the room and brings out its beauty too. 

Hang mirror in the room: Reflection of light is very important in a small room therefore mirrors are the best option for it. The right place of the mirror is the area which appears first when you enter the room. This will reflect the light in the right direction and your room will appear

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5 Tips to Make Your Kitchen Brighter

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Kitchen is the heart of your house. Therefore, it is essential that this part remains cheerful and happy always. Don’t you like to work in a kitchen that is truly bright, full of lights and energy? If yes, then it’s time to give your kitchen a revamp and make it look brighter. Here are the 5 tips that you must follow in this case. 

Use lighter colors: Always chose lighter colors for your kitchen. The lighter the hue, the more light would it reflect and this continuous cross reflections makes your room appear brighter. Dark colors absorb more light than they reflect and make the room appear dull and smaller. Therefore, always go with the lighter shades of your favorite color. It can be ocean blue or aquamarine or something similar. If you want to use dark colors, use them in accents but don’t color the whole kitchen with a darker color. 

Sunshine: Well, it’s always better to have at least one window in the kitchen. First, it is helpful for some natural cross ventilation. Second, as the sunlight gets to come inside your room, it will get

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