Art & Design

Drawing decent cartoon faces can be very tricky for some people and making them look funny can be even trickier. this article provides you with a step-by-step drawing guide on how to draw a funny cartoon picture of a human face.

Flyers can be used for a large variety of reasons. whether it is a business flyer, or a musical event, the design of your flyer is essential. in this article, we will discuss five useful tips to keep your flyers attracting attention no matter what the occasion.

Map projections have to distort some countries because the world is round and maps are flat, and photographs of the world are faced with similar problems. finding the most accurate picture of the earth really depends on the part of the world which you want to view. with most cylindrical map projections, greenland is not portrayed accurately as it is too large on most maps.

For any artists considering drawing dinosaurs or anyone interested in creating a dinosaurs cartoon or comic strip, the first step is learning how exactly to put together that work of art on paper. this tutorial will offer a guide into the technique of drawing those prehistoric creatures, turning all the hard work into dinosaur fun!

In this computer age, very few people use an old style ink pen any more. this has made the inkwells that were once a feature of every school desk a collector's item, especially the more elaborate and beautiful designs. here are some ideas of where to look to add to your inkwell collection.

The first patent for the loose leaf binder was filed in 1854 in providence, rhode island by henry t. sission. the next development was the two ring binder. it was used in the common sense binder which also had two rings. from then came the more efficient three ring binder which in turn became the standard binder that is known nowadays. decorative leather binders can have alternative uses in this present day.

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 the traditional to the modern for keen locomotive fans. you can commission your own train painting or buy a train photo. here we look at five of these artists.

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 shops or stationery stores. it can also be found online if you know where to look.

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 paper, or transferred onto canvas and printed at the highest quality. this article will look at a few of the options to show off cheap photos to the highest quality possible.

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 tricky process. we have five examples of the very best stylish and classic broadway posters to gaze at.

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 of different businesses.

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 the decisions that you'll need to make to create an effective construction logo.

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?

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 mapmakers have been producing detailed and skillfully illustrated maps that not only reveal the history of the world but can also be enjoyed as a piece of art in their own right.

Anime and manga, both styles of japanese cartoons and entertainment, have achieved a massive following around the world. this is due to the success of manga books and anime such as deathnote, bleach, and ouran high school host club. while watching and reading is all well and good, some want to learn how to draw it themselves.