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Madison Art Shop - Blog | Art Supply & Easel Superstore Art Supply & Easel Superstore Art Supply & Easel Superstore Today I took an art supplies order that I found just so sweet! This entry was posted on September 25, 2015 Today I took an order that I found just so sweet! This customer calls up that his friend lost all of her art supplies, so he would like to help her re-start with some brushes. I showed him some of the Kolinsky Brushes for more professional work, as well as some of the less expensive […] Take a Cue from the Masters: Create Your Art in a Public Square This entry was posted on December 23, 2014 The inspiring surroundings of public squares in France and Italy were central to subjects of prominent works by the celebrated painters Pablo Amedeo Picasso, Modigliani and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Open-air painting is inspiring for many reasons: Inspiration from a convenient and attractive still subject that is consistently and widely available; a variety of scenes that can […] I Invented Cyber-Monday – Seriously! This entry was posted on December 9, 2014 I Invented Cyber-Monday. I know what it sounds like, but it is actually true. Here’s my little story. It was way back in November 2002. Pretty early on in online stores. My Madison Art Shop was one of the relative first. We had a forum back then where all of us ecommerce entrepreneurs businesses would […] Daylight Lamps That Are Perfect for Painters This entry was posted on November 26, 2014 When I got my painting degree back a few years (ok, decades) ago, I pretty much only painted outdoors. I loved the colors and the lighting. One semester, I was allowed to travel throughout Europe, painting as I went along. Wow – the colors were so deep and rich! Well, with time, I got married, […] Gerstner International R532 Red Oak Roller Cabinet: Best Way to Store Paint Brushes 1 This entry was posted on March 28, 2014 For some reason, I always find it extremely difficult to keep my art supplies organized. While big tools such as easels are standing room only, smaller materials such as paints, pencils and paint brushes never seem to stay organized. I think part of the issue is that I like to work with a lot of materials and […] Richeson Lyptus Wood Dulce Easel: Choosing an Easel for Painting This entry was posted on March 12, 2014 If you are starting out as a painter or looking for a gift for a creative teenager or adult, one of the best choices is an easel. Easels are used for acrylic and oil painting, and actually make it easier to paint. In fact, the right easel is necessary to really be able to work with acrylics […] Watercolor for Beginners This entry was posted on February 26, 2014 When you think back to the type of watercolor painting we all do in elementary school, it is not surprising that we are all fooled into thinking that watercolor painting is a simple art form. The opposite is true, however. Watercolor is actually considered to be one of the most difficult types of painting because […] How to Choose the Perfect Floor Sculpture Stand This entry was posted on February 12, 2014 Choosing the perfect floor sculpture stand is not simple for anyone. Depending on your unique needs and standards, different factors will decide which stand works best. Generally, quality is most important but here are the characteristics to look for when finding a durable and versatile stand. Look for Reliable Materials There are many sculpture stands available in […] 5 Tools for Enhancing Art Interest in Students 1 This entry was posted on January 22, 2014 According to Americans for Arts, art education for children and youth includes many benefits. Learning about and participating in art throughout childhood can increase critical-thinking skills and enhance children’s ability to follow-through with goals throughout life. Since art is something that is enjoyed by people of all nations and backgrounds, exposure can help children move […] Achieve Winter Bliss: Enliven the Northern European Landscape with DAYLIGHT Lamps & Lighting 1 This entry was posted on January 7, 2014 Art is a reflection of culture and values. In the wintertime, the weather is closely tied to folk art in Northern Europe and Russia, where the sun remains hidden for the entire month of January and the temperature can fall to -60 degrees Fahrenheit. It is not difficult to comprehend the reason that artists in […] Post navigation ← Older posts · © 2024 Madison Art Shop - Blog · Designed by Themes & Co...