Art

heyheysg asked:


Eg, Surrealist paintings, abstract art. Some art critics can go on and on about art theory, how do normal people tell if they are making sense or just bluffing?

ANTHONY

Arnold Ross asked:


Art is another name of expression through the mindset of the artist. Well, every other artist tries to present some kind of idea with his or her paint brush. Colors in those paintings signify the mood of the artist and what he tries to tell others through that. This platform has found a firm base with MK fine arts. MK fine arts is an art gallery owned by Mirek and Maryann Klabal, who belong to Greenwich Connecticut. In this art gallery, you will surely find your way to exquisite pieces of real art. It is the real art that is found at MK fine arts because Mirek Klabal is quite selective in picking the art masterpieces and knows what is to be catered to the senses of art lovers.

Buying authentic masterpiece of art becomes a really tough task, when there are a whole lot of fraud art dealers who claim to be genuine. But with Mirek Klabal of MK fine arts, you can be rest assured of getting the genuine and authentic art masterpieces. The reason is that he has given more than 25 years of his life in disseminating the real meaning of art to many parts of world and has quite a good experience in understanding the creativity behind an art piece. You can also view a set of creative and awesome art pieces that are being displayed at MK fine arts. So, you can select from a variety of paintings.

MK fine arts is quite famous for giving a pathway to various artists, such as Pablo Picasso, Chagall, Salvador Dali, Joan Miro and many others. The art lovers find it one of the most happening places because it gives them everything they want and would like to visit it again, if they get to see what they wish to. Mk fine arts are surely one of the best art galleries that have a good and genuine collection of art pieces. What would happen if you go to buy an art piece of your favorite artist from and art dealer and are handed with fake one? It’s for sure that you will feel bad and think that you wasted your money and got nothing in return.

Every piece of art reflects different moods and aspects of life. Some like joyful mood of art, while others like sad aspect of life. Every other art lover has a different choice. At MK fine arts, you will get to see painting on a variety of moods and aspects of life. The art is meant to infuse a sense of feel in the life of art lovers and if they are really good, then the experience of understanding the true nature of art doubles. Besides having a variety of art pieces, MK fine arts also guarantee the originality of art masterpieces. The reason is Mirek Klabal who takes extra bit of care ion the case of choosing art pieces.

Just selecting art pieces to be displayed at MK fine arts is not just the task of Mirek Klabal. He also takes extra care in meeting those art buyers personally, who buys genuine masterpieces from MK fine arts. In this way, he takes a note of the thing that art piece is going in the right hands and it will be taken care of. If you are at all planning to buy paintings from MK fine arts, you can be assured that proper assistance in selecting and originality of art is guaranteed here.



HARLEY

Patrick Arden asked:


It is really very difficult to define art work because everyone has a different kind of a definition for art. It is just not possible to give a thin line definition for the term art because everyone has a different meaning for it. People who are really fond of artistic things prefer collecting art posters that represent different genres of art. Art posters surely help to enhance the beauty of the surroundings, as artistic things have their own beauty.

Poster collection is also an art that is not everyone’s cup of tea, as very few people have a taste for good art depiction. Art posters since ages have been accepted by art lovers and these posters are later framed and hanged on the walls of the rooms. Apart from enhancing the decor of the place, art posters even help in creating positive vibes.

Some of the antique posters are also a good collection of art that are appreciated by artists. Art posters are deeply related and interlinked with nature that motivate people on a positive note towards life. When it comes to natural posters it is seen that these posters are not only important for personal development but even effective socially.

Online art galleries are a good option for art lovers to buy art posters of their choice after browsing effectively. These-days online poster companies are also a good option to buy posters belonging to different kinds of categories. After browsing completely one can buy art posters and other kinds of posters by simply clicking mouse.

So, if you love art and artistic things then make sure that you buy some of the fantastic art posters. Posters of all sizes within the budgeted amount are also available and these kinds of posters are beneficial for buyers.



EUGENE

Troy Macraft asked:


Introduction to Martial Arts, Part 1

The term martial arts can be defined as an art of combat that combines codified fighting techniques with philosophy, strategy, and cultural traditions. A martial art may be an offensive art for combat or a defensive art for self-defense. It may also be practiced to promote health and fitness, as a means of personal and spiritual development, and as a form of sport or entertainment. Martial arts can be performed both with and without weapons.

Styles of martial art

There are many different styles of martial art practiced throughout the world. Generally, however, they can be categorized into three broad types: traditional martial arts, sport-based martial arts, and weapons-based martial arts.

The traditional martial arts-such as jujutsu, which was used by Japan’s samurai warriors, or La Scuola della Spada Italiana (the Italian School of Swordsmanship)-evolved from battlefield training syllabuses. Employed in combat situations, these arts had the sole goal of equipping a practitioner with the skills and techniques necessary to kill or incapacitate the enemy. Sport-based martial arts, on the other hand, incorporate training regimes that prepare a practitioner for sporting competitions rather than solely life-threatening situations. Muay Thai, Western boxing, judo, mixed martial arts, and tae kwon do are prime examples. Weapons-based arts concentrate specifically on the use of weapons. The techniques learned here can then be applied in either traditional battlefield arts or in sporting competitions. Kendo, bataireacht, and escrima are all examples of weapons-based arts. Depending on the style of martial art, the school, and the individual teacher, varying amounts of emphasis will be placed on each of these aspects, with some martial arts combining elements of all three.

Ancient arts, modern myths

Fighting and humankind’s need to dominate and defend is as old as life itself. Our ancestors’ survival instincts undoubtedly sowed the seeds for the development of martial arts. Primarily methods of cultivating effective battlefield techniques, and first codified to ensure high-quality and consistent teaching across the troops, many of the martial arts practiced today have a surprisingly long history, which is believed to span approximately 5,000 years. Furthermore, contrary to popular belief, they are not solely defined by the traditions of the East. While extensive archeological evidence points to the millennia-old practice of martial arts in China and India, many other nations and cultures can make similar claims. In Egypt, for example, tombs dating from approximately 2000 BCE show that stick-fighting arts were highly evolved, and the ancient full-contact art of pankration is thought to have already been considered an ancient sport at the time of its first appearance at the ancient Olympics in 648 BC.

A global phenomenon

In more recent times, the Olympic movement has further championed both Eastern and Western martial arts. Greco-Roman wrestling and fencing, for example, featured at the first modern Games in 1896, while Western archery, boxing, judo, and tae kwon do made their inaugural appearances in 1900, 1904, 1964, and 2000 respectively. The Asian Games can add karate and wushu to the list of martial arts practiced at the highest level.



BOBBY

Lady asked:


My young children and I would like to learn a martial art/ self defense. What is the best martial art for this? If there are no classes in my area, does anyone know any step-by-step instructions on line somewhere? We just need to learn how to get out of a bad situation fast if we have to. Thanks.
Thank you everyone for your responses!

COURTNEY

Suzanne asked:


The success of a piece of art depends on how deftly it connects with the audience. If an artwork successfully communicates its message, it is considered to be a masterpiece. Some of the most artistic works of art began flowering in the 19th century till 1970. The flowering of modern art thus began in this era consequently leading the artists to move away from the traditional practices and emphasize more on portrayal of emotion on canvas. Post 1970, modern art preferred being called contemporary art. This includes any art that has been created after 1970 till the present age.  

Modern art is not synonymous to contemporary art. The former encompasses only those works that have been created in the first half of the 20th century. Cubism, Futurism, Constructivism- they all form a part of modern art. Contemporary art, on the other hand, signifies those works done at the present time or in the very recent past. The best thing about today’s art is that it is bound by no rigid tradition and has the liberty to experiment with various styles.

Ever since the two world wars took place, there has been a surge of art movements- Abstract Expressionism,   Pop Art, Post-modernism, Minimalism, and Feminist Art. The number of art movements has grown in numbers in recent times. It’s now common to come across avant-garde movements surfacing with new names every year. The one movement that created quite an uproar in recent times was that of Abstract Expressionism. The followers of this movement believed that art was created just to convey their own feelings and had no relation with the external world. 

However, there is a section of people who does not consider modern art as art in the true sense of the term. Many people consider landscape and nature portrayals as the true art form. When modern and contemporary artists create something that challenges their imagination, they question the idea of their being an art.

As a matter of fact, abstract art needs proper understanding and intellect to decode its hidden meaning. Understanding the concept of the artist and appreciating the work on that basis lays the foundation for a successful modern art representation.



DEVIN

Stranger In My Heart asked:


Word is going throughout the city that I live in about my paintings. I haven’t sold any yet, but they are now on display. A local organization wants me to create a peice of art that they can use for t-shirts for their ’cause’. If I do a painting and sell them the picture (digital) who owns the rights? And if I keep the original painting and the rights, then are they allowed to use the art for anything other than tee-shirts? Any suggestions?

BRYCE

Skyezlymet asked:


Isn’t altered art the same as recycled art because you are taking something that exsits for another purpose and making it into new art?

DALLAS

Robert Kenny asked:


Klabal is one name that shines in the world of art. Miroslav Klabal has a dynamic personality and is known for taking special interest in the care of art masterpieces that are a part of his art galleries. Miroslav Klabal and Maryann Klabal are associated with Mk fine arts and many other art galleries owned by them and take care that every piece of art goes to a genuine buyer. Miroslav Klabal is a philanthropist who keeps on helping new born in the field of art, be it a buyer or an artist. He is the admirer of true art and takes every care to help the people in acquiring great art pieces.

Fine art is all about reflecting genuine emotions and aspects of life in the flow of colors. The main aim of an artist is to project ones own life in the painting. He always tries to convey some or the other message through the pictures in those painting. It is up to you to understand the meaning behind it. As everyone knows that art is rightly defined by creativity; you have to be a true admirer of that. Fine art is meant to picturize the moments, pictures or breathtaking scenes. The world of art has a life beyond human imagination. It is the base and platform of creativity that calls for art lover’s attention. And Miroslav Klabal and his art galleries is a home of artistic work.

Miroslav Klabal is one such fine art dealer who takes a proper note of the paintings sold to his clients. Art dealers have a remarkable group of quality painters and art masters. Fine art dealers also have contact with distributors, who have a special interest in the field of art and who have a real understanding of it. Fine art dealers thoroughly understand that art lovers have a passion for art masterpieces and they have to cater to a large number of masses. Miroslav Klabal and his art galleries act as the platform of gratitude for art masters. He provides enough space to the genuine art pieces, so that they can be a part of the known world.

Miroslav Klabal and his wife have dedicated their life to support and add new meaning to the field of art. They have contributed a lot in the matter of promoting this field and have tried their best to collect the genuine art pieces to cater the special love of art lovers. Love for genuine art has always been a part of the life, but now the matter is all about genuineness and creativity. Numerous art lovers have started becoming conscious about their selection of art masterpieces. It is because of this that Miraslov Klabal is the art dealer to be relied on. While dealing with him, you need not top worry as you tend to get the best work. Though, some of you might find fraud art dealers in the market. So, it is better to contact Miraslov Klabal because no compromises are made as far as the quality and originality is concerned.



CODY

marie geissler asked:


A passionate engagement

 

Marie Geissler on collecting Australian Aboriginal art

 

 

Aboriginal art is richly rewarding for the collector.

Described by renowned Australian art critic, Robert Hughes, as belonging to ‘the world’s last great art movement’, collectors of art from this extraordinary ancient but vibrant living culture have, in recent years, fuelled a boom in sales. Prices at auction have skyrocketed, and those who entered the market early have enjoyed great returns on their investments.

In 2006, Emily Kame Kngwarreye’s Earth’s Creation achieved a record of AUS $1,056,000 at auction; the first million dollar plus sale at a Lawson-Menzies auction. Last year, Clifford Possum’s epic Warlugulong was sold at Sotheby’s to the National Gallery of Australia for AUS $2.4 million.

Swept along by the wave of this success, and the expectations of rich rewards from investing in Aboriginal art, art aficionados have mined their savings for a piece of the action and purchased Aboriginal art for their superannuation and investment portfolios. This has been reflected in industry statistics which show that in 2007, secondary art market sales exceeded AUS $25 million; and over recent years well over 40 records have been broken for the top performing artists.

Today, however with the impact of the global financial meltdown being all pervasive, sales in all sectors – including Aboriginal art – have dropped. Within this context, however, it’s well to remember that art provides a very stable haven for funds; if purchased wisely art can be a source of excellent return.

Today’s climate therefore is a great time to start collecting. It offers collectors a rare opportunity to buy well at auction and also through galleries.

But how do you begin collecting Aboriginal art? Before taking the plunge, savour first the pleasure you are about to enjoy. I strongly advise that this be an adventure of the heart; that you buy because you’re passionately in love with the work you wish to purchase. This is because, in the end, your artwork will be a constant companion; you will more that likely see it every day.

It’s also well to remember that the promises of your collecting adventure will not just be aesthetic ones. As an owner of an Aboriginal painting, you step into a world said to be at least 40,000 years old; one that that draws from the most ancient if not the most fascinating living culture on the planet today.

Aboriginal art is informed by a sacred mythology, or tjukurpa, that draws from this. It is called the ‘Dreamtime’ or Dreaming – the incredible Creation Period of Aboriginal belief.

The Dreaming occurred in ancient times when powerful Ancestral Beings were said to have formed the land, the waterholes, the rivers; and at the same time created the people, the plants and animals. They came from under the Earth and took epic journeys across the country, making and creating as they went, before finally disappearing beneath the ground again.

These magical Beings are said to have taught the Aboriginal people their laws, and ceremonies which need to be enacted in the present in order for survival and well-being. For Aboriginal people, the Spirit Beings still live today and are very much part of their traditional culture. Their stories form the inspirational source for the mythological content of Aboriginal art. When artists draw on this, the act of painting brings the Dreaming into the present. It generates strength and ancestral energy into the ‘Now’.

The next step in the collection process consists of building your knowledge base about the Aboriginal art industry. Begin by trawling the key commercial gallery internet sites, including Agathon Gallery, Alcaston Gallery, Cooee Aboriginal Art, Michael Reid, Hogarth Galleries, Gabriella Roy, Gondwana, William Mora, Utopia and Gabriella Pizzi.

Useful publications include Margo Neale and Silvia Kleinert’s Oxford Companion to Aboriginal Art and Culture; Wally Caruana’s Aboriginal Art; Susan McCulloch and Emily McCulloch-Childs’ Contemporary Aboriginal Art (which, helpfully, has just republished in a fully revised and expanded third edition); and any of Jennifer Isaacs’ beautifully illustrated publications.

Art auction house catalogues are a must, and it also pays to look in on State and National Gallery bookshops, especially for their exhibition catalogues on this subject.

Before making any art purchase, however, you should decide what you want from this exercise. You may wish to purchase one or two pieces just for the pleasure of owning and looking at the work. In this case feel free to shop around and spontaneously purchase at will. You can get great prints for around $300 (see the Aboriginal Art Print Network online) and paintings from $800 plus. Your reward will be a collection that makes you feel good; the motivation behind many of the truly great collections of the past.

Alternatively, if your aim is to buy with an eye for investment return and perhaps eventual resale through a dealer or art auction house, then you should take a more considered and strategic approach.

After research which includes reading, looking at art, and discussing your preferences with knowledgeable art advisors, an area of interest should be selected. For sheer pleasure, try looking at the optically dazzling and colourful community desert art online at Irrunytju, Utopia, Yuendumu, Balgo, Papunya Tula, Fitzroy Crossing and Lajamanu. There’s also coastal works from Yirrkala, Lockhart River and Tiwi Islands. These will certainly inspire you.

Your aim is to find an individual artist whose work appeals; or a specific community, painting style or theme around which you can build a collection. This will make your collection a meaningful entity. And remember: a collection linked to an interesting area often has much more value for resale than a selection of unrelated works.

Your next consideration is to decide how much you wish or can afford to spend each year. Ideally, for investment purposes, the purchase price needs to be around $10,000 plus. At this price, if you’ve done all your homework, and you’ve found a work that has a certificate of authenticity from a reputable art auction house, gallery, community art centre or dealer, you can expect it to be a purchase that will give you a sound return. To optimize this, your painting should be held for at least five to ten years.

Now we come to the really exciting stage: shopping around and making a purchase. Knowing which artists are hot in the market, the artists whose work is increasing in price and selling well at auction, is important. Auction prices are good indicators of what the market is prepared to pay for an artist’s work, so it’s worth drawing up a list of the artists who are in your price range, and familiarising yourself with their works, before you start.

For serious, cashed-up collectors, start at the top. Stars in the auction room, and now deceased, include Rover Thomas (sales in excess of AUS $13.8 million), Emily Kame Kngwarreye, Albert Namatjira and Clifford Possum Tjapaltjarri, Johnny Warangkula Tjupurrula, Mick Namarari Tjapaltjarri, and Lin Onus.

Others who have sold between AUS $1-2 million are Ronnie Tjampitjinpa, Paddy Bedford, Turkey Tolson Tjupurrula, Kaapa Tjampitjinpa, Queenie Nakarra McKenzie, Tim Leura Tjapaltjarri, Uta Uta Jangala, Shorty Lungkata Tjungurrayi, and Maggie Watson Napangardi.

Of living artists, the dazzling talent of Tommy Watson tops the list. He is a stunning colourist who achieved a record sale price of AUS $240,000 for Waltitjata at Lawson-Menzies auction in 2007.

Other outstanding living artists whose work fetches good prices include Judy Watson, Dorothy Napangardi, George Tjungurrayi, Kathleen Petyarre, Ningura Naparrula, Makinti Napanangka, Lily Kelly Napangardi, Elizabeth Nyumi Nungurrayi, John Mawurndjul and Billy Whiskey Tjapaltjarri.

Emerging artists within the secondary market – those representing good value as their price tags are still affordable – include Regina Wilson, Tjayangka Woods, Jack Dale, Helen McCarthy Tyalmuty, Kudditji Kngwarreye, Paddy Simms, Anganampa Martin, Walangkura Napanangka, Wingu Tingima, Lorner Fencer and Eubena Nampitjin.

One you begin collecting, don’t be surprised if you find it taking over your life – just enjoy the ride!



LEWIS