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About the Importance of an Art Condition Report
By: Ilya Kushnirskiy, Fine Art Shippers
Tags: Logistics, Shipping, Appraisal, Art, Painting

No artwork should ever be shipped out or put in storage without an accurate condition report. This document establishes the item’s condition on departure and is very important for both the art shipper and the owner of the art piece. Moreover, it is a must-have if you want the artwork to be properly insured and thus avoid potentially high and unwanted restoration and/or other costs. Now let’s look at the importance of the art condition report more closely.

The Importance of an Art Condition Report

If you are an artwork owner, you need a condition report for a simple reason. If your art piece is damaged in transit, while in storage, or while on loan, this document is the only means you have to prove that the damage you are claiming was not pre-existing but the result of the accident. Professional art shippers, on the other hand, need an art condition report to prove that the artwork was already damaged before being packed and shipped out. Besides, for us, as a fully insured and licensed art logistics company, such a report is a requirement of our insurance contract, according to which our art insurance does not cover any pre-existing damage. For this reason, at Fine Art Shippers, we always complete the condition report before packing and shipping any piece of art, take photos of the item, and reconfirm all of the details with the client.

An art condition report is also very important for art collectors wishing to buy an old painting. Even if the artwork might seem like it is in perfect condition, they still need a condition report because appearances are deceiving, and not all types of damage are obvious to the casual observer. The painting may be completely repainted or have been stripped of the varnish, which is likely to greatly reduce its value. To protect themselves and their investment, collectors do need a proper condition report drawn up by a professional art appraiser or conservator. After all, complete knowledge of the artwork’s past is a vital part of collecting fine art.
Abandoned
By: Peggy Moss
Tags: Free Verse, Loneliness, God, Poetry Sunday, Painting

Abandoned

Julio’s hand slipped

While he was painting

The clouds. They say

That’s how Dambulla

Wound up with rain.

He drags his palm

Across the sky and makes

A lot of little showers like that.

Even where the sun

Is high,

Loose bits

Of broken-free

Cloud wander off

— And dissipate.

Julio says he always

Gets his clouds back.

He watches a horsetail

Drift over a farmhouse

Wood shingled, proud.

Perched in a meadow and

Glowing inside. Daisies

Grow wild, up to the door.

Julio puts up

His feet. Smokes.

By the time

He finds those clouds

They’re hanging

In a gallery

In western Ohio.

They’ve gone

Ominous and gray.

He can’t touch

The canvas.

He stares.

Broken shutters dangle

From weathered hinges.

Torn window-screens point

Wiry fingers at feral

Daisies. The light is gone.

The door had been left open

A long time ago.

Julio doesn’t recognize

The name of the artist.

The title, written in pencil

Close to the frame

Says: Abandoned.

© Peggy Moss
A Brief Introduction to Watercolor
By: Clay Ratliff
Tags: Art, Painting

Windsor & Newton watercolor set

Watercolor paint, on the other hand, is a different beast altogether. Watercolor is translucent, meaning that the color you see when viewing a watercolor painting, is the light reflected from the surface beneath the watercolor after its been refracted through the pigment of the paint. This means that the surface the paint is applied to is going to be an influence in what the finished piece looks like so selection of paper, and paper color, has an impact. This also means that darker colors are created by applying layers of paint until the desired color is reached. This also means that blending paint colors is typically done directly on the painting. If you blend the wrong colors, recovery can be difficult because each additional application of paint darkens the color, while simply applying more water to wash the paint runs the risk of saturating the paper and making it difficult to reapply paint in that area. This also means that the lighter colors need to be considered first and gotten correct the first time because each new layer of paint applied will darken the final product.

Ironically, this means that watercolor can be much less forgiving than the other paints. I personally think that the reason most peoples intuitive reaction is that watercolor is “easy”, “childish”, or “not real art”, is based on the fact that watercolor is what people have the most exposure. They get that exposure in art class when they’re just starting school. Schools choose that medium not because it’s easy to teach but because watercolor is the cheapest of the 5 types of paint, by definition it’s water soluble meaning it’s easy to clean up any mess, and lastly the kids typically aren’t going to get frustrated that their art isn’t exactly the way they want it. Children are much less concerned with “getting it right” than adults are. They’re just enjoying the act of creative expression.
Snowy tree ~ Tree swipe acrylic pouring technique ~ Fluid art ~ Fiona Art
By: Fiona Art
Tags: Snow, Acrylic, Art, Painting, Tree

I tried Tree swipe acrylic pouring technique again. I have a Winter scene with Snowy tree in my head, and I manage to do that with all those pearl lacing around the tree.

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Vian Borchert — An Expressionist Artist Creating Visual Poems
By: Ilya Kushnirskiy, Fine Art Shippers
Tags: Painting, Artist, Contemporary Art, Art, Abstract Art

In one of our recent articles, we wrote about “ Touch,” an amazing online exhibit hosted by bG Gallery. “Touch” is particularly notable for its fantastic selection of artworks and talented artists participating in this virtual art show. One of them is Vian Borchert, an award-winning expressionist artist whose paintings represent visual poems that capture and depict the mood and the expression of the figure.

Vian Borchert — An Expressionist Artist Creating Visual Poems

Vian Borchert is a contemporary expressionist artist and art educator who teaches art classes in Painting and Drawing to adults at The Yellow Barn Studio in Glen Echo, MD. Vian’s work, which is mainly expressionistic figurative art and abstract expressionism, is inspired by Mother Nature that the artist calls her “sanctuary and ultimate solace.” Nature plays a vital role in Borchert’s art, helping her reach inner peace and attain moments of zen. It also helps her create outstanding visual poems depicting love, uncertainty, despair, and other deep emotions that one can feel.

Vian Borchert has been exhibited at many solo and group exhibitions both nationally and internationally. Her works have been featured at the LA Art Show, Art Basel Miami Beach, Spectrum Miami, (e)merge Art Fair in Washington, D.C., and other prestigious shows. They are in the permanent collection of the National Gallery of Fine Arts in Amman, Jordan.

For bG Gallery’s online exhibit “Touch,” Vian Borchert created a very special acrylic painting titled “Revolutionary Waves” (featured above). Following the explorative aspect of the exhibition, which includes the senses, the talented expressionist artist made this artwork using only her hands and the pigment of the paint.

Thus, “Revolutionary Waves” is literally very hands-on. It is a perfect experimental mix of painting and sculptural work, which is additionally very symbolic, reminding us of the times we live in.

At Fine Art Shippers, we highly recommend that you visit “Touch” to enjoy works by Vian Borchert, Mario Loprete, and other amazing contemporary artists featured at the online exhibit. It is on view through January 29, 2021.
Art Magick
By: Amanda Wilson
Tags: Magick, Witchcraft, Spells, Art, Painting

Art has the power to evoke emotion, manifest dreams, and bring that which you dream into reality. How is this NOT magick?

Art, Defined

Art, also called (to distinguish it from other art forms) visual art, a visual object or experience consciously created through an expression of skill or imagination…

~The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/art/visual-arts

“…consciously created through an expression of skill or imagination…” Let’s think about that for a moment. Art is something you create, it comes from your mind, your soul, and is a product of your skill and knowledge of the materials with which you work. Casting a spell is very similar, as you are bringing into reality something that exists only in your mind, your soul, by applying your skills as a witch or magician to the knowledge you have of whatever ingredients and tools you are using to manifest your will. So it stands to reason that you can use your artistic mediums to manifest your desires.

Transforming Art into Magick

Purple Sea ©Amanda Wilson 2018, All Rights Reserved

What I love about art magick is that you don’t have to make it obvious. Take “Purple Sea”, for instance. This painting has been charmed to help strengthen psychic abilities, open your mind and third eye, and to sooth your soul. At first look, however, you may think it’s to help you sleep, or to bring about a trip to the beach. The beauty of art magick is that you can make it as obvious or subtle as you wish.

Winter Evening ©Amanda Wilson 2020, All Rights Reserved

Winter Evening, as you can see, depicts a quiet moonlit night in the woods. It’s peaceful, quiet, and cold. You wouldn’t think that this was charmed to bring about abundance, would you? But if you look closely, the trees are seemingly never ending. That never-ending stability is what I wish for financially, and what I put into the painting.

You can create any kind of art, and charm it to manifest whatever you wish. It helps to use correspondences with shapes and colors, as it strenghtens the magick. But you can do so without making the painting or scultpure or drawing or quilt, or whatever it is you make obvious. I find it’s more fun to make the intention subtle, and hard to choose. First of all, not everyone in my family knows I’m a witch, and second, if the wrong person were to discover the intention of a working they may actively work against you. Also, it’s believed by some that by telling others about your intention it dilutes the energy put into the working. I’m not sure I believe in that, but it’s not to be ruled out completely.

Happy Creating!
STAINED GLASS flower for Christmas ~ Open cup technique ~ Acrylic pouring ~ Fluid art
By: Fiona Art
Tags: Christmas, Flowers, Acrylic, Art, Painting

For this STAINED GLASS flower pour I used one part of the Heart Shaped Split Funnel Set. Next time I will torch it after the spin, but at the end I like it, because it has kind of Christmas vibe. COLOURS: — Amsterdam blue turquoise — Amsterdam greenish blue — Pebeo iridescent precious gold — Amsterdam carmin red — Amsterdam titanium white and oxide black Heart Shaped Split Funnel Set comes as a bundle with a total of 6 pieces. Two 6-slot top inserts (rising arch and swirl shaped). Link to the store and Coupon code FIONA15 for the discount: https://splashncolor.com/ MATERIAL I USED: — 10x10 inch canvas — Acrylic paints mixed with pouring medium — Open cup — Palete knife — Cake spinner — Torch — Silicone oil My mixing paints video: https://youtu.be/ltyiLgQ_Tso

STAINED GLASS flower for Christmas

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Mulai Melukis
By: Tania Putri Permatasari
Tags: Lukisan, Melukis, Hobi, Pantai, Painting

“Shoot for the moon, even if you fail you will land among the stars.” ― Cecelia Ahern
King of Pain : Notes on Edvard Munch
By: Kerry Dooley Young
Tags: Grief, Mental Health, Art, Painting, Norway

King of Pain : Notes on Edvard Munch

Dec. 12 is the birthday of an artist whose iconic painting, “The Scream,” overshadowed a career in which he excelled in depicting dark and tragic moments of life. Kerry Dooley Young Dec 12, 2020·3 min read

Munch, “Anxiety,” 1894. Munch Museum, Oslo. Norway. Wikimedia copy of image in public domain.

Edvard Munch (1863–1944) excelled at painting anxiety, the subject of the work seen above.

The Norwegian artist is best known for “The Scream,” seen below, which has been borrowed for products including plastic vases, socks, phone cases and, in recent times, neck gaiters and face masks.

Munch, “The Scream,” 1893. The National Gallery of Norway. Wikimedia copy of image in public domain.

Yet Munch also painted images that are even more unsettling. These include “Death in the Sickroom,” seen below. “The Scream” is an abstract representation of anxiety while “Death in the Sickroom” is an all too realistic portrait of mourning.
Haha glad you like it, the first thing I painted in years, the guy is was learning from made it…
By: Zane Dickens
Tags: Learning, Art, Painting

Hi Zane- I looove the painting with the candyfoss tree. Makes me happy to look at it!

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Beautiful SPINNING FLOWER ~ Open cup technique ~ Acrylic pour painting ~Fluid art
By: Fiona Art
Tags: Fiona Art, Videos, Acrylic, Art, Painting

For this beautiful spinning OPEN CUP flower pour I used one part of the Heart Shaped Split Funnel Set. It creates gorgeous lines and the centre is just prefect.

COLOURS:

- Amsterdam titanium white mixed with Vallejo polyurethane satin varnish

- Pebeo iridescent blue green

- Pebeo iridescent precious gold

- Golden Payne’s gray

- Amsterdam expert series indanthrene blue

Heart Shaped Split Funnel Set comes as a bundle with a total of 6 pieces. Two 6-slot top inserts (rising arch and swirl shaped).

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Beautiful SPINNING FLOWER

MATERIAL I USED:

- 10x10 inch canvas

- Acrylic paints mixed with pouring medium

- Open cup

- Palete knife

- Cake spinner

- Torch

My mixing paints video:

https://youtu.be/ltyiLgQ_Tso

#FionaArt #FluidArt #AcrylicPour

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How to Ship Multiple Paintings Overseas?
By: Ilya Kushnirskiy, Fine Art Shippers
Tags: Logistics, Shipping, Packers And Movers, Art, Painting

If you are new to shipping fine art overseas, most likely you will start with learning some tips on how to transport artwork safely and securely. There are many guidelines and much useful information on this matter online, so it won’t be a big problem to get the answers to all your questions. What you will find out is that proper packaging is the most important thing to pay attention to. Another obvious truth is that it is always better to ship multiple paintings separately in different boxes. Unfortunately, the latter is not always possible. Due to the cost of such shipment, not every artist or collector can afford this method of art transportation even if it is the safest one. So what is the way out? We have a solution for you!

How to Ship Multiple Paintings Overseas?

At Fine Art Shippers, we have been serving artists and collectors for many years, and over this time, we have developed a whole range of different packing techniques to satisfy any need and budget. If you need to ship multiple paintings overseas but have a limited budget, the best way to do it right is to ship them together in a custom wooden crate. Such a crate should be built in full accordance with the shipping requirements of the artworks being transported and reinforced with foam inside. Besides, it should be built using special wood that is allowed for air transportation.

Another important thing here is that every single painting should be properly packed first and only then placed in a crate. Keep in mind that this method will work only if you are shipping paintings of the same size. Also, it is not suitable for shipping large artworks. Oversized paintings require individual crates, as they are more susceptible to damage.

If you are looking for the safest and yet cost-effective way to ship multiple paintings overseas, do not hesitate to contact Fine Art Shippers. We will find the right solution to suit both your needs and your budget!
Painting the Feeling
By: John Diamond
Tags: Feelings, Painting, Creativity, God, Philosophy

Painting the Feeling

Painting by John Diamond, M.D.

And I go by feeling and not form when I paint — and in every act of creativity.

What feeling? At times — when I am not deluding myself — that this, whatever it may appear to be, is an instance of God. Yes, everything is an instance of God, for there is no not-God. This I know in my mind, and at times in my heart.

I paint not the knowledge, but the feeling — the Feeling.
Life is a Railway System
By: Ninad Mehta
Tags: Trains, Life, Creativity, Railways, Painting

Being an Indian, train traveling is beautiful, exciting, and a bit challenging task. Indian readers may relate, but for the foreign audience, I would like to describe this journey from not a different but unique perspective. A train traveling used to be cheap for long journies. But in today’s fast life people choose convenience and time over money. Train journey could be long as a half-day or whole day as well. You might be traveling with hundreds of other people. If you are traveling with your family or friends, I would say you should take a train to go anywhere in India because it becomes your best part of the journey. It is the best time when you realize the importance of having those close people in your life. You can do everything on that journey time, but I would say you do it with some more realness.

Here How I would describe my Train Traveling.

I am a scared passenger. I bother that shall I be settled? I fight to accommodate a place for myself while having numerous human beings around me. I barely triumph that fight, but when I do it, that is just cloud nine feeling. I then try to shut off the happening scenes around me, close my eyes, and mainly try to re-energize myself. So, my tasteless soul feels salted again. After achieving a state of tranquility, I seek to do something for myself. I try to make scenes in my mind, and a painting board is the best metaphor for the human mind.
Home Interiors in Bangalore Koramangala
By: Prism Lead India
Tags: Modular Kitchen, Home Interiors, Home Decoration, Packers And Movers, Painting

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Focus on giving
By: Mao Mao
Tags: Motivation, Productivity, Depression, Digital Art, Painting

In any relationship we have, it is all about giving what we have to offer to the other person. It is never about what we can get in return. Since relationships with people are not transactions, whenever we focus on what we can get of any relationship, it will cause us to suffer by creating expectations. But when we only focus on giving to the other person, we get more without asking anything in return.

Love doesn’t work like money. With money, if you give it to someone else, you loose it. But with love, the more you give, the more you get for yourself.

People can really feel when someone cares for them in a genuine way. They don’t necessarily need to be a close friend to you to feel it, it can come from a complete stranger. Giving an authentic smile and trying to know more about the other person will always make them feel like you care about them.

However, not every person is open to receive love. Some people feel like they don’t deserve to be loved. So when a stranger approaches them and shows sincere care for them, they subconsciously reject him because they feel uncomfortable. They start thinking “why is he so kind to me, it shouldn’t suppose to be this way”. Since most people grow up in an environment where they are being told they are not enough and they should give love to their parents, family members, teachers, god. Basically anyone that is not them is worthy of receiving love, but not yourself. You are allowed to love anyone but not yourself. Since nobody teaches kids to love themselves, they grow up feeling unworthy of receiving love.

And there is really not much you can do about it. If you find someone in your life that is not open to receive love, they will shut you down and stay away from you. And that’s OK, you just need to move on and continue to give your love to other people who are open to receive it.

People who are healthy, have a high self esteem and who appreciate themselves will resonate with you and start giving you more of their time. They will want to hang out with you more, express themselves in an authentic way and give you more enriching experiences.

So start giving more and don’t focus on what you can get out of any relationships. Relationships are about what you can give to others, not about what you can get. Love doesn’t depend on the subject, is something that you have within, it in your birth right.

When you start giving more, the quality of the people who you spend your time with will increase. Not only that but, by loving others more you will also feel loved. When we feel loved, we do better in live. We can start tackling harder challenges, demand more of yourselves and take more risks to go for your dreams because we know people who genuinely supports us and want us to succeed. When we start feeling that way, they we are truly living.
Press: Warp Magazine, Zona Maco 2020, Nour El Saleh, The Play That Goes On Forever
By: Lowell Ryan Projects
Tags: Lowell Ryan Projects, Los Angeles, Art Fair, Zona Maco, Painting

Lowell Ryan Projects @ ZONA MACO Arte Contemporáneo

New Proposals curated by José Esparza Chong Cuy

solo booth: NP8

Nour El Saleh

The Play That Goes On Forever

February 5–9, 2020

By: Oscar Adame

Sun 9 February, 2020

By: César A. Corro

Everything that captures us what is Zona MACO is marked by a before and after in one of the most interesting proposals of the fair in its 2020 edition, talking about The Play That Goes On Forever, a proposal of the youngest and most interesting that we will be able to appreciate this year, the work of Nour El Saleh, who at only 23 years old is a girl who maintains her vision regarding her work. Read More…

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The Artistic Approach to Enlightenment
By: Simplykalaa Community
Tags: Feminism, Animals, Society, Art, Painting

Paintings are a phenomenal way to render thoughts. This begun with Neanderthals (the early modern human) conveying thoughts, messages and sometimes skills. While considering Indian art, it got into many phases of evolution. From Indus Valley Civilization to Ashoka Pillar to Ajanta Ellora walls to Miniature art to Mysore Art etc; it had spread everywhere till now.

The roots of paintings lie in the condition of society as well as our pasts. These are like the investment boulevard with the changing lives of society. There lies some primordial ideas of paintings which depicts the pure Indian art. Let’s dive into it.

1. Miniature Art

Miniature art was preeminent since Mughal came India contributing surpassing art of the times.

This one is portraying 3 animals witnessing strength,wealth and good charm annexing three basic elements of life i.e, water, air and fire through its monument structure.

For original painting, visit

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2. Realistic Art

Society expression have been used by artists since ages. The realistic art may include the iniquity of society which may be well communicated as humanity at its worst which is well portrayed in this painting. There’s saying ‘’Facta, non verba’’ in Latin language where action is to just paint.

For original painting, visit

https://www.simplykalaa.com/store?store-page=STILL-REAL-LIFE-PAINTING-p248744863

3. Woman-ism Art

Women are constantly battling for their rights. The French Revolution lay the first stone of it where women clubs were set up for their voting rights. Even after it, there existed many revolutions which made Feminism Alive. The painting defines woman as stubborn as a mule here.

For the true Woman-ism Art lover, this seems quintessential.

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4. Nature Art

Nature has the fire to energize us. Normally the dark side of human activities are illustrated by some renowned artists in their art. The hopeful prospect of it is actually tranquilizing and more to be explored.

This painting is a Gem to the Replenishing beauty of Wildlife.

For the original painting, visit

https://www.simplykalaa.com/store?store-page=THE-JUNGLE-PORTRAY-Painting-on-Jungle-Animals-Buy-Online-p248744866

That’s it Folks for the time. Reconnoitering purity of art is our favorite; Make it yours too.
Acrylic pour with Heart Shaped Split Funnel ~ Fluid art ~ #StayCreative
By: Fiona Art
Tags: Abstract, Videos, Acrylic, Art, Painting

This Heart Shaped Split Funnel Set comes as a bundle with a total of 6 pieces. Two 6-slot top inserts (rising arch and swirl shaped) allow for the following:

Separation of the paints.

2) Serves as a stopper so the paints do not pour onto canvas until you are ready.

Link to the store and Coupon code FIONA15 for the discount:

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Just simply twist up to remove the inserts and watch the paints come all come down at once!

A second way to use the funnel is to attach both the top and the base inserts: 8, 10, 12 slots — you pick! Simply place the funnel on top of the canvas and when you are ready, remove the top inserts while moving the funnel across the canvas and watch the paints disperse in different directions!

The removeable attachments allow for easy clean up and customization by the artist. Perfect for creating unique artwork, and as a special Christmas gift for friends and loved ones.

This product is 3d printed using bio-degradable, high quality PLA filament, which is derived from renewable resources such as natural fats and oils.

Please understand that I am in no way responsible for the way you use your paint and mediums. Follow all safety instructions of the manufacturers, I can not be held liable.

Be careful and use the proper materials for your safety.

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Enchanted Forest ~ Traveling SPLIT CUP pour ~ Tree swipe ~ Fluid art ~ #StayCreative
By: Fiona Art
Tags: Arteza, Forest, Acrylic, Art, Painting

Arteza pearl paints and split cup pour with a Tree swipe

The paint is very smooth, vibrant with beautiful shimmer. They are easy to mix with my pouring medium.

They are highly pigmented so a little paint goes a long way and I still saw shimmer.

TECHNIQUE: Traveling Split cup Straight pour, Swipe,

COLOURS:

- Arteza pearl pink blue, pearl magenta, pearl raspberry red

- Amsterdam expert series permanent red violet

- Amsterdam oxide black

- Boesner titanium white with Vallejo polyurethane satin varnish and my pouring medium

- CA for the swipes is Amsterdam titanium white mixed with Australian floetrol

My mixing paints video:

https://youtu.be/ltyiLgQ_Tso

Enchanted Fores

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#Forest #Enchanted #AcrylicPour

MATERIAL:

- 10x12 inch canvas

- Acrylic paints mixed with pouring medium

- Cake spinner

- Palete knife

- Split cup

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Be careful and use the proper materials for your safety.

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Legality and Illegality of Street Art: A Never-Ending Debate
Tags: Graffiti, Contemporary Art, Street Art, Art, Painting

As an art movement, contemporary street art developed from its historical and cultural sister — graffiti. From the late 1960s-1970s, the visual art of streets started to gain traction, while more and more graffiti artists wanted to make their art known to their fellow brothers and the general public.

Over the years, a niche community has grown to become one of the most controversial and yet quite influential phenomena in the contemporary world of art. Today, people keep looking at the conflict that hasn’t been resolved for so many years. The legality and illegality of street art remain to be an open question that has yet to be answered.

Street art is illegal

Graffiti and street art are not the same things, though in some contexts, these terms can be used interchangeably. However, the difference in the definition doesn’t make either somehow more legal. From the very origin of the movement, there were solid reasons to consider street art as an illegal craft.

Street art originated among the Black and Latino neighborhoods in New York City. Back then, art was rather abusive, deviant, and destructive, to say nothing of the fact that someone’s properties were harshly vandalized. With time, things were changing; in fact, the conditions became less draconic when street art took the stage.

Street art is legal

The notion that street art can be legal was appalling for the greater part of the contemporary art world. With the advent of such contemporary street artists as Banksy, Blek le Rat, Shepard Fairey, and Robbo, street art gained widespread popularity.

Plenty of people started supporting different artists, which put the authority in a real spot. Some very restricted amount of street art became legal, while its legality became subject to change. As a result, today, you can either paint murals with permission or put up with the fact that you are illegal.

Will there be a consensus?

Slow and steady, the situation is changing, but will there be a consensus? It’s open to debate. The art community is changing, and — who knows — the perception might change with time as well.
BACKTRACKING 2020, Part TWO — FOOT TRAFFIC
By: David Raymond
Tags: Nature, Trails, Opt Outside, Hiking, Outdoors

BACKTRACKING 2020, Part Two -- FOOT TRAFFIC

Social distancing was introduced into the mainstream vocabulary over the past ten months...but concept has been…
The City Between Mountains and Sea
By: Anne Bonfert
Tags: Nature, Cape Town, Show Your City, South Africa, Outdoors

Thinking back at the time I spent in Cape Town I don’t remember much of the city itself. I remember mountains. I remember beaches. I remember lots of wind. I remember endless roads along the coastline. I remember passing an ostrich on the ocean road and tasting salt in the air.

That’s what I think of when someone mentions the capital of South Africa.

I’ve visited the city on the southern point of Africa twice. From the second visit, I lost all the pictures. Somewhere along copying them from the camera onto my tablet, then onto a USB-Stick and later onto the hard drive they got lost. The folder never made it onto the hard drive.

What I remember most from my second visit is that the whole cape was in full bloom. It was spring in South Africa and the mountains were covered in mostly yellow flowers.

I guess that would be a reason to go back there. To take new photographs and save them this time. To make new memories. To visit new places and those I’ve liked the most previously.
Flamingos Walking along the Beach
By: Anne Bonfert
Tags: Nature, Nature Writing, Birds, Oceans, Outdoors

It’s a lovely summer day. The sun is shining and a light breeze is blowing off the ocean. Driving south from town we head straight towards the beach. The sound of the waves is getting mixed up with some sea birds complaining.

Apparently, it’s too busy on the beach. No space for the seagulls anymore. The flamingos are taking over. Going for a stroll on the beach they can’t be stopped. The promenade is full and nobody can walk past them.
Patagonia: Buy Less, Demand More
By: Roger Cunard
Tags: Environmental Impact, Outdoors

In Patagonia’s latest anti-consumerism advertising campaign, the environmentally conscious clothing and gear retailer shows how we have the power to change the way clothes are made. All we need to do is “buy less and demand more.”
Appreciation reflections. Follow my Blog on Bloglovin
By: Lisa
Tags: Traveling, UK, Wales, Travel Blog, Outdoors

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As 2020 draws to a close, I’ve been thinking about what things I’ve really come to appreciate during this eventful year. Exploring the UK was one, especially discovering parks, forests and beaches (some for the first time). In this post, I’ll be sharing some spots I managed to visit (& I would highly recommend) adding to your own lists for 2021 — if you enjoy travelling of course!

The New Forest, Hampshire/ Wiltshire

Sometimes I find it hard to describe the New Forest because it depends where you are / or go. My bestie and I drove through the villages of Burley, Sway and Brockenhurst and we noticed the large expanses of open heathland (‘sandy land covered in heather and low scrub’ New Forest National Park, n.d). There were plenty of walking paths (accessible mainly via car) to explore.

My fave moment has to be watching the sunset, along a horizon of so many trees. And also, spending a few hours on the coast at Milford-on-Sea.

What surprised me most on this trip was the free-roaming horses on the roadside. So be just be mindful when you are driving or walking…
Contrasts of the Desert Life
By: Anne Bonfert
Tags: Nature, Diversity, Travel, Photography, Outdoors

PHOTO-A-DAY CHALLENGE

Contrasts of the Desert Life

Exploring a different world. Desert life is just so different. It’s simple. It’s slower. It’s about being happy with less. And it’s about seeing beauty in a small flower and a drop of water from the morning mist.

This week Dennett gave us a new challenge. Instead of one photograph per day, we are posting two of them. By doing so we are including some contrasts of our lives and surroundings. Two photographs each day that show diversity. Diversity in our world.

Her wisely chosen one-word-descriptions brought this week’s project to another level. I love how she plays with words and creates a vibe between them and the photograph.

© Bonfert — 17/12/2020 — NATURE

After handing in the car for a service we walked down the street. It was a rainy morning. Again. Rain in the desert. Not the kind of rain you think of. It’s a fine one. It almost feels like a heavy fog.

It’s drizzling.

But nobody wears a raincoat. Nobody has an umbrella. You can’t even buy things like that in the city. That’s what it means being a city in the desert.

The first shot is taken in the “Altstadt” which describes the old city of the former German colony. In the middle of it stands tall the Christmas tree. Not German style. German-style would mean it is a real fir tree. But being in Africa it is a plastic one.

As close as you can get to a traditional Christmas tree. Guess I’ll just have to get used to the plastic. Or start decorating palm trees. Either or.

The second picture taken further down the street is a lovely flower covered in water drops. It stopped drizzling for a moment. This is more my type of plant. A real one. Nature at its best.
Lake Quannapowitt, a Natural Beauty
By: Gina Pacelli
Tags: Nature, Self, Massachusetts, Photography, Outdoors

Although there are beaches in Massachusetts, they are not as easily accessible. I love water, and my soul needs to be around it to thrive. If I could not be by the ocean, then a lake would have to do.
My Top Performing Medium Stories
By: Aimée Gramblin
Tags: Writing, Technology, Education, Trending, Outdoors

Currently Trending:

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Is Discord a Good Solution for Group Video Conferencing? — Self Published 5.3k Views

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An Interview on the Idea and Inspiration for Bringing School Outside — Plan B Vibe 937 Views

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Women Like Us — PS I Love You 917 Views

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How Disney’s Pixar Movie *Soul* Delivers a Salve for the World-Weary — FanFare 636 Views

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How I Prepare for Difficult Mental Health Days— Better Humans 1k Views

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By: John Openes
Tags: Lifestyle, Docker, Government, Meditation, Outdoors

Love over all. Preach Love and exercise it at all times.
10 Tips For Nature Photography.
By: Bryan Dijkhuizen
Tags: Entertainment, Photos, Art, Photography, Outdoors

PHOTOGRAPHY | GUIDE

10 Tips For Nature Photography.

Photo by Smart on Unsplash

What is an inspiring nature photo now? Such a photo should provide the viewer with new thoughts, new ideas, new plans. It should make you think and make you curious. Besides, the photo must be strong, attractive, and technically correct. But how do you do that?

In this article, a dozen tips that will hopefully help you on your way.
A Flower in the Perfect Moment
By: Anne Bonfert
Tags: Nature, Flowers, Travel, Photography, Outdoors

There is more behind the life of a single plant growing in the desert starting to bloom. It’s food not only for the wildlife looking for some lush green in the barren land but also for pollinators.

While rain most probably arrived a few days ago this seed exploded immediately. It started to grow and bloom within a short period. That’s how life in the desert works. It’s short-lived. But fully powered. It’s full of strength.
The Best Places to Hike in Oklahoma
By: Anthony Karabon
Tags: Fitness, Oklahoma, Outdoors, Hiking

Have you always wanted to hike a trail winding through an exotic environment that’s a part prehistoric landscape with an added vibe that makes you feel you’re on an alien planet? The following are just some of the top places to hike across the great state of Oklahoma!

Gloss Mountain State Park

Then look no further than the Cathedral Mountain trail that winds through Oklahoma’s Gloss Mountain State Park. This area is dominated by mesas and buttes that display a fiery hue thanks to the selenite content of the soil and rock formations. Hikers enjoy panoramic views of mountainous regions here. From the rim of Cathedral Mountain, there is a 360-degree view of the Cimarron River valley below. Gloss Park is near the city of Fairview in Oklahoma’s Major County.

Elk Mountain Trail

Another world-class hiking venue in Oklahoma is the Elk Mountain trail in the Wichita mountains. The Wichita Mountain Wildlife refuge is called “the gem of the Sooner State” because of the magnificent views of the mountains and the fascinating Charon Garden Wilderness. Lucky hikers may sight a colorful “boomer lizard” which inhabits this area. Tumbles of boulders are suitable for a “scramble upon” along the way. The Wichita wildlife refuge is located near Lawton in southeastern Oklahoma.

Roman Nose State Park

Roman Nose State Park in Oklahoma is home to the Lake Loop trail, which leads to the Mesa Loop trail. The distance is about 2.8 miles, along which hikers will encounter Inspiration Point. This overlooks a stunning canyon view and Lake Watonga. This is an uphill-downhill trek with more than a few pleasant switchbacks. It is located in Blaine County, Oklahoma.

Greenleaf State Park

The swinging bridge in Oklahoma’s Greenleaf State Park is one of the most “Instagrammed” locations in the Sooner State. It’s a unique suspension bridge that hangs over Greenleaf Lake. The water displays an unusual tourmaline hue. Getting your picture taken at this hiking trail location is a terrific vacation coup. One must tackle a 5.3 hike along the Ankle Express trailhead, which traverses the Deer Head campground to get to the bridge. Greenleaf State Park is located near Bragg in eastern Oklahoma.

McGee Creek National Scenic Recreational Loop

The McGee Creek National Scenic Recreational loop trail features multiple canyons, lovely overlooks, and pleasant babbling creeks. No motorized vehicles are allowed into this area, making it serene and rich in natural sounds, such as the burbling of water and the calls of songbirds. McGee State Park is located in Atoka County in southern Oklahoma.

Originally published: https://anthonykarabon.net/the-best-places-to-hike-in-oklahoma/
5 Of My Favourite Photographs From The Lake District (with exif)
By: Ben Ravetta
Tags: Portfolio, Hiking, Adventure, Photography, Outdoors

I really love the Lake District. I live about 20 minutes from the Lakes, I have a dog, I love photography — so I’m there almost every day. Sometimes I leave my camera gear at home and just rely on my iPhone, because (and if you have a Golden Retriever you’ll know) keeping an eye on a exploratory dog and trying to take professional quality images is just not a great combination. It requires skill and patience and focus (pun intended, did ya like it? 😂).

So without further ado, let me share with you 5 of my favourite photographs that I took in the Lake District throughout 2020.
A Sunny December Day to Forget My Seasonal Depression
By: Nick Keehler
Tags: Lifestyle, Self, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Outdoors

A Sunny December Day to Forget My Seasonal Depression

Photo by Jeffrey Hamilton on Unsplash

A small sliver of sunshine has graced Missouri today with its presence, and every denizen seems to have taken notice. I have nestled into a small corner on my balcony warmed by the wonderful rays where I can watch people of all sorts taking sauntering strolls with their dogs, significant others, or just the company of themselves. Even the animals seem to have embraced this unusually warm December day, postponing their usual tasks of food, water, and shelter to bask in the almost forgotten sun.

The squirrel on the tree next to me has been lounging on a sunward facing branch for longer than I’ve been outside, and I must say, I’m jealous of his spot. While I’m slowly losing sun behind the building that I pay hard-earned money to live in, my bushy-tailed friend is laying freely on his perch, safe from any passerby below him, in what I can only assume is a prime spot for sunbathing.

It is strange how every year after the cold has seeped through all the cracks of fall, I easily forget just how reliant my mood is on the fiery ball in the sky. I suppose we orbit around the sun in more than just a literal sense.

But when on these rare days when the sun peeks out from over the southern horizon, and the gray clouds are courteous enough to depart, it takes barely a second under the pale, yellow light for me to remember the simple comfort of warmth, and my worries subsequently melt away.

It takes barely a second before my shoulders release their tension. Barely a second before my mouth curls into a smile. Barely a second before I once again discover the answer to my winter blues. I can blame the sluggishness, the apathy, the increased desire for purpose and meaning, all of it, on the sun’s departure.

Every year I so easily forget the importance of the sun. Every year I wonder why it is I find it harder to get out of bed as winter encroaches on the land. Every year I remember, and I hope I don’t forget, that my seasonal depression is not my fault.

If I’m thankful for anything in the coming weeks and months, I hope I’m thankful for the reminder that the sun still exists. When January comes peddling its negative temperatures to all the days unlucky enough to agree to them, when February settles in and reduces the winter wonderland to a slushy glob of cold, wet, and uncomfortable, I hope I remember this day. Because sometimes it is just the knowledge that there is something greater out there that keeps us going and gets us through the darkest days.

As for now, my little sliver of sunshine has disappeared behind the bricks, and I’m starting to worry I’m scaring my squirrel friend with my incessant staring. And so, with that, I’m off to the park. Hopefully, I can find a spot in a tree as comfy as the one my friend has found next to me.