Do you want to surprise your loved ones with unusual gifts for the New Year, made by yourself? Modern materials for creativity allow you to create beautiful crafts and accessories without special skills and without much effort. Making clay decorations for the New Year tree is one example of such needlework. If there are children in your house, invite them to have a fun and useful time making toys. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Artistic woodcarving is one of the oldest techniques of decorative art. During the history of the existence of the craft, several of its varieties have appeared. One type is contour carving: an exquisite technique used when working with wood. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Flat-relief carving is an exquisite and unique woodcarving technique that comes from the 18th century. Types and methods of performing techniques, necessary tools and sketches of ornaments. The history of the appearance of the craft of woodcarving in flat-relief technology. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Facades made in ethnic style are distinguished by bright folk craft - house carving or woodcarving. The unique craftsmanship originated centuries ago and has been greatly improved over the years. Existing work techniques allow you to create aesthetic decorative elements to decorate buildings. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
It's not at all difficult to make gypsum crafts for giving with your own hands, the main thing is to approach the issue creatively. Gypsum compositions are used to decorate the interior of a room or household plots, courtyards and suburban areas. The only difference is that larger and more massive products are chosen for open space so that they do not get lost against the general background. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Craft activity - definition, origin of the concept. Handicraft classification. Term in other countries of the world. What is not handicraft? The status of an artisan, training, education of specialists. The problem of the development of handicraft activities in the Russian Federation, the preparation of legislation, the necessary measures. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Woodcarving for beginners can seem quite complicated. However, almost anyone can, of course, learn how to design various kinds of products in this way. For high-quality woodcarving, you need to pick up good tools and master certain techniques. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Woodcarving is a very ancient art. Even the approximate date of its occurrence is unknown. Our ancestors carved patterns, figures of animals and people, sculptures. Often this was for religious purposes, such as masks of pagan gods and spirits, totems. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Woodcarving is one of the most ancient and widespread forms of art. Working with a specific type of wood, carvers are able to create truly unique objects: sculptures, furniture, household utensils and much more. In the article, we will consider the varieties of volumetric woodcarving, what tools are needed for this. You will also find step-by-step instructions for making a box using this technique. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Dot painting mugs is called point-to-point. This is a very exciting activity, which, after the first attempts at writing, turns into a hobby. A mug with a beautiful dotted pattern can be presented to a loved one, sold to a handmade goods store, or kept for yourself. No need to be an artist or have special skills. Anyone can do this kind of art. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Leather is a natural, environmentally friendly material that is flexible in work. It is soft, pleasant to the touch, durable. Working with it allows you to show your creativity and create unique products from unnecessary, old things. In the article we will consider what is the artistic processing of the skin. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
In the article, we will consider how to make a cat from polymer clay, how to connect individual parts to each other, at what temperature to bake crafts using a conventional oven. A cat figurine can be molded from polymer clay of different colors or painted with paints in a monochromatic version. If you like to sculpt animal figurines from plasticine and want to perpetuate the result of your efforts, then make a polymer clay craft. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
To add a twist to the design of your home or to prepare an original gift for a loved one, master classes will help you learn how to make gypsum vases with your own hands. First, it's pretty simple. And secondly, you can create gypsum vases with your own hands according to your own design. And then you get an absolutely exclusive thing. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Guilloche is a technique of burning on fabric, which is an artistic carving that allows not only to decorate clothes and interiors, but also to follow fashion trends. What tools are needed for the job. What materials can be used. Guilloche pattern master class. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Very often you can see plaster bas-reliefs on the wall in the interior of houses. Or cute figurines made of similar material, chic candlesticks and much more. This beauty always delights and makes you want to have such decorative elements in your home. This begs the question: how much does it cost and is it possible to make such beauty with your own hands? Of course you can. There are several simple options for making plaster figures. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Non-aqueous stain for wood and its use when painting wooden surfaces. According to its composition, the stain may include various components that affect the technical characteristics and quality of the mixture. Types of non-aqueous compositions, technique of use, palette of colors and characteristics of stains. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
In the article we will consider the history, technology of the Abramtsevo-Kudrinskaya carving, who organized the production and future fishing. Let's acquaint the reader with the features of the style of work, where flat-relief and geometric carving are successfully combined. Rhythmic floral ornament can be seen on household items of that time. These are ladles and s alt shakers, decorative boxes and vases, large plates and bowls. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
In the article, we will consider options for wooden crafts with our own hands. These are easy works that even inexperienced craftsmen can handle. Step-by-step instructions for performing the work given to each product will help to do the job efficiently, quickly and without problems. Sample photos will give a complete picture of how finished wood crafts should look like. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Perhaps you have always wanted to play a musical instrument. But if this art has not been taught since childhood, then it is difficult to comprehend all the subtleties on your own. A pipe is a simple instrument from which you can learn to extract beautiful music in a short time. In addition, it will be even more interesting if you make a tool with your own hands. And how to do it - this article will tell. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Angobe is a white or colored coating for clay products. This substance is ideal for bringing out the natural color of the clay and for adding decorative accents. It is applied to wet or dry clay and then fired. If necessary, it can be covered with glaze. The use of engobe can be traced back to 3000 BC. e. Samples of pottery treated with such a substance were discovered during archaeological excavations. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Who studies birds and why? Most of us don't even think about it. But in fact, this is a very important profession: because thanks to them, humanity knows so much about these feathered creatures. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Portrait today is one of the most common genres of photography. People are photographed by both professionals and amateurs. The only difference is how they do it right. In this article, you can learn more about how to photograph portraits. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Nowadays, you don't have to be a professional to take high quality pictures. To get a good result, a regular “soap box” is also suitable for a novice photographer. A general knowledge of the imaging process will be needed to select the appropriate technique. In this article, you will learn about what 1 megapixel is and how to reduce it. It will also help you understand the main characteristics of the camera that affect the image. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Professional photographers know very well that one of the key points in creating the perfect shot is well-placed light. Even when shooting outdoors, photographers carry reflectors and umbrellas with them, which allow them to direct the maximum amount of sunlight to the model. But when it comes to studio lighting schemes, things get a lot more serious. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
The question of what is the depth of field in photography, in most cases, is asked by novice photographers, because such knowledge is simply necessary for them. Among specialists, most often, instead of this concept, the abbreviation IPIG appears, which can be found in many sources. In the hands of a skilled craftsman, you can get a high-quality picture at the output from almost any camera. And not the last role in this case is played by the depth of field, or DOF. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Movies and cartoons started with frame-by-frame animation. Around the 80s, this direction was forgotten, but now such videos are gaining more and more popularity. After reading this article, you will learn how to remove stop motion at home. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
We present to your attention a review of the Olympus E500 - a compact SLR camera from a venerable brand. Let's designate the main characteristics of the device, as well as its advantages and disadvantages, taking into account the opinions of experts in this field and consumer reviews. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Camera is now an integral part of many people's lives. We all love to take pictures and capture moments from life. In this article, you will find out which cameras are gaining popularity. Which firm to choose?. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Many people think that manual lenses are some kind of fashion trend that will soon go into oblivion. But there is another opinion. There are people who say that manual lenses are devices for real professionals in their field. Which opinion is correct? In our article today, we will try to understand and understand this issue thoroughly. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
In the life of every woman, sooner or later there comes a moment that cannot be compared with anything else in the world - her pregnancy. The first is a child or, for example, the third, it doesn’t matter at all, because every pregnancy is unique and for sure every woman wants to capture every moment of this wonderful time in her life. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
When testing the camera, it was found that the quality of pictures at low sensitivity is quite good. All details are visible well, digital noise is not visible. Compared to other compact cameras, this model is able to take high-quality pictures even at ISO 400. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
A digital SLR camera is now in almost every family, but not everyone will bother to figure out how to use it correctly. If you are a beginner photographer, then this article is for you! Exposure in photography is the basics of professional photography. You won't be able to take any good shots if you don't have a clue about it. It's the first thing photographers learn. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
A professional photographer should have in his arsenal not only a camera, but also additional accessories. In general, everything that is required for successful photography. Accessories make the shooting process as comfortable as possible and allow you to achieve high-quality results. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Probably, every novice photographer thought about the question, how do professionals capture soft blurry clouds, waterfalls, foggy, as if shrouded in haze, water streams in their pictures? At the same time, beginners cannot achieve a similar effect using a slow shutter speed. This is because professional photographers use neutral density (ND) filters. Do not confuse with gradient filters - they darken only a certain part of the frame. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Tamron is a world leader whose high quality products are hard to miss. For creative people, this option suits perfectly, because this company produces products that satisfy absolutely all the needs of photographers. Lenses are presented to customers in a wide range, so that anyone can find a product with ideal characteristics. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Autumn is a wonderful season that brings bright colors with it. This period of the year is perfect for taking a photo shoot in nature. Recently, it has become fashionable to shoot not in a studio, not in an apartment, but in nature. Autumn gives a great chance to make unique and memorable shots. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
History, as you know, is made by people and captured by photographers. Gloss, glamour, creative delights are characteristic of a true master who is looking for his own ways in photography. Diana Arbus is one of the most famous personalities who was popular all over the world during her tenure. The work of an American woman of Russian-Jewish origin, who passed away in the halo of her glory, is still contested and is the subject of discussion in the best secular salons. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
Understanding what a histogram is is very important for both a novice photographer and a great professional, because without this knowledge it is often difficult to correct errors in light and shade obtained during shooting. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
A photo shoot in nature brings naturalness, liveliness and tenderness. The main thing is a charming smile, the surrounding colors of nature and paraphernalia. What is it? Yes, in anything! You can take your favorite dog, a hat, weave a wreath of wildflowers for a photo shoot, take a fishing rod in your hands and go fishing by the pond. People love family photo shoots. Ideas can be very different, you just need to show imagination. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02
The Nikon Coolpix L840 digital camera has replaced the L830 model. And if their appearance is not much different, then the characteristics of the novelty have improved somewhat. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:02