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Five great train pictures
Rail enthusiasts aren't all necessarily trainspotters in anoraks at the end of a platform writing down numbers avidly. There are many beautiful paintings of trains painted by some famous artists from…
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What are the five lesser known types of art?
Most people have a different definition of what art is. This article looks at some of the less well known types of art as well as those forms which are not historically considered as art. //…
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The beauty of old world maps
Whether you want an antique map to display on your wall or a coffee table book about old world maps, there are plenty of choices at affordable prices, if you know where to look. For hundreds of years…
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Where to buy matte photo paper
Looking at Matte photo papers and the best places to buy it. Is the cheapest option necessarily the best or do you get for what you pay for? // Photo papers Overview Photo papers differ greatly from…
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A breakdown of five bank logos
Have you ever stopped to take an in-depth look at the logo of your bank? This article will discuss the imagery and the influence a logo has on people when choosing a business to bank with. // The…
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How to design construction logos
Creating a logo for your construction company is very similar to how you might build a wall. Plan the materials, decide on the purpose, then build away. This article will guide you through some of…
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Vinyl signs: The facts
Vinyl signs have been used in many different places such as ad banners and restaurant menus. A lot of business signs are now made of vinyl as this is a cheaper option, and can be used for a multitude…
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Top five most stylish Broadway posters
The creation of a Broadway poster has to be well considered as it should be able to reflect the story and feel of the stage show. To reflect an in-theatre experience in the form of artwork can be a…
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How to get the best picture prints
Some pictures deserve more than the standard frame: family portraits and pictures of the kids growing up are those that deserve the highest possible treatment. They deserve to be printed on the best…
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Where to find free gift cards
There are a few places where you can design and produce your own greetings cards. Some of these are online options, others are programmes that can be downloaded or come supplied with your computer…
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Where to buy decorative paper
If you need decorative paper for any purpose from wedding invitations through to wrapping paper, you will want to get the best quality. There are a few places where you can find it, such as craft…
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All about: Ideas for black rose tattoos
Black roses are a popular choice of tattoo. You can make yours a bit different by thinking of other designs. This article will look at different ways in which you can make your black rose tattoo…
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All about: Cartwheel Arts
Cartwheel Arts is located in Lancashire. It is a private company as categorised by Welfare Organisations and Social Service. The private company's mission is to promote "social inclusion, cohesion,…
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How to design CD/DVD labels
Here is a guide detailing how to design, produce and apply labels for your CD and DVD cases. // Designing and printing a CD / DVD label Record and film companies produce labelled CDs / DVDs through a…
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A biography of Claire Murray (illustrator)
Claire Murray is a freelance illustrator who lives and works in Edinburgh, Scotland. Her style is bold and colourful with a contemporary edginess. Her illustrations are executed with a child-like…