Apr 23

Making Fine Art Affordable with Reproduction Oil Paintings

Every fine art enthusiast, naturally, would practically give their right arm for the opportunity to add a priceless original artwork to a personal collection. Just imagine for a moment the sheer delight and immense pride that would come with the addition of an original masterpiece from, say, Claude Monet or Leonardo da Vinci… or any of the other masters, for that matter… into your own collection of fine art. While that feeling would be nothing short of indescribable, if we are to be completely honest, the odds of that opportunity coming along are slim to none, at least for the majority. Fortunately, oil painting reproductions are making it not only possible, but also affordable, for art lovers to enjoy ownership of the world’s great artworks in the most authentic and detailed representation possible.
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Apr 19

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Essential Workplace Safety in the Fine Arts Field

“Workplace safety” might not be the first thing that pops into your mind when you think of fine art and the talent that goes into oil painting reproductions of the great works of the masters, but the fact is that the artists behind these wondrous recreations of the world’s great masterpieces actually face a significant risk of exposure to toxins in the workplace, some of which are known to have damaging, long term results. The toxin danger associated with oil and tempera painting extends beyond the obvious dangers of solvents and thinners. What many people do not realize is that the pigments used in the creation of specific colors can also be highly toxic, especially those derived from metallic sources. Therefore, to protect the health and safety of our valued artists, strict workplace safety standards are maintained, with a particular emphasis on toxicity and the prevention of potentially harmful effects.
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Apr 11

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Make a Statement with Original Size Reproduction Oil Paintings

Have you ever walked into an office building and found yourself quietly admiring the artwork on the walls, possibly even with a little envy? There is no doubt that your impression of the person or business behind this artwork collection is that they must be highly educated and refined, as well as having a deep appreciation for fine quality and classic artwork. Fine art also conveys an impression of a lucrative financial state, as most of the world’s famous paintings are either housed in the great museums, or, in the rare instances that these masterpieces become available for sale to private collectors, command prices in the hundreds of thousands – or even millions – of dollars. While it’s not possible for every person to own an original masterpiece, it is possible for those with an appreciation of fine art to make a style statement of this magnitude in their own professional and office décor with original size reproduction oil paintings.
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Apr 8

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Fine Art Restoration

Fine art restoration is the process of restoring an old or damaged piece of art into its original state or form. The original state of a piece of art is completely up to the imagination of the artist restoring the piece. This idea of art restoration was most popular in the past, and recently in the 20th century art restoration has made a strong comeback. Today, art restoration has a new point of view and focus to restore art for the future instead of restoring art to create a product for aesthetic value.1 Many professionals and art fanatics propose that the idea of fine art restoration is controversial, because the restorer is completely changing the original art or piece of work. This may drop the monetary value and even artistic value of the piece. Because of this, artists and restorers try to make their restoration as reversible as possible.

There are several methods in which a restorer can practice that are completely reversible. The most popular method is the use of water color.2 The most famous restoration of fine art with the use of water color is Leonardo Da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” in Milan, Italy.

Leonardo da Vinci - The Last Supper

Another very widespread, standard, and commonly used method on fine art restoration is the Tinted Varnish Treatment. This is among the most well known in-painting restoration techniques that are currently used. Once the piece is fully cleaned and varnished, this process is applied.3 The final stage of the restoration process involves going into areas where paint may be lacking, or where damage, discrepancies, holes and other irregular marks on the art. At that point, the restorer will use tinted varnish to go over the layer of the non-tinted varnish. This gives the impression and image that these irregular areas have been “re-painted”, although in reality it is simply a speck of tinted varnish put in by the restorer. Varnish is a clear, or transparent layer used usually on wood and pieces of work by artists as a protective layer. Generally, tarnish is made of a few ingredients consisting of resin, a paint thinner or solvent along with a type of drying oil. There are many types of varnishes, including violin, resin, shellac, alkyd, spar varnish, drying oils, polyurethane, lacquer, acrylic, two part, and conversion. Stippling is most commonly applied when using tinted varnish. The process includes applying tiny dots in a row for change and adjustment.

Art conservation also includes maintenance of fine arts. Preferably, any process used that is reversible is ideal for anyone criticizing the idea of fine art restoration, especially because this subject is not taken lightly by many. Needless to say, cleaning is not a process that can be reversed, which can often stir controversy due to worries and concerns that cleaning would damage a piece. Sometimes, the value of a fine art can decrease once cleaned. Even though it is thought that because of its aesthetics after cleaning it may be valued more, it is actually less because residue and remnants left from the original piece is considered to be valuable history.

Apr 4

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Leaving a Fine Art Legacy with Museum Quality Reproduction Oil Paintings

While it’s true that no one likes to sit around thinking about the day we are no longer here, the thought does arise from time to time regarding the kind of legacy we will be able to leave behind for our loved ones to enjoy and remember us by. The truth is, actually, that building a family legacy of fine art appreciation begins long before our time comes to worry about leaving things behind. Fine art appreciation can be instilled at a very early age, in fact, and an investment in museum quality reproduction oil paintings is a great way to begin a family tradition of fine art appreciation which can continue on for generations.
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Mar 31

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Reproduction oil paintings are worth the investment

Fine art lovers have a few different options when it comes to enjoying the great works of the masters in their own homes and private collections. Of course, it would be wonderful to own an original painting by Claude Monet or Pablo Picasso, Rembrandt or Van Gogh, but what are the odds of adding one of these to your collection, really? The good news is, however, that with reproduction oil paintings, you can enjoy the works of the masters as a part of your private collection, and most people won’t even be able to tell the difference.
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Mar 23

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Impressionist Oil Painting Reproductions for Interior Designers

As an interior designer, you know better than anyone just how particular clients can be, without really being specific at all. When it comes to selecting the artwork for your interior design project, it can be helpful if your client has stated a preference for a certain artist or era, but the fact is that those considerations are often left up to you, the designer. A similar challenge in interior design is successfully incorporating existing artwork into the new design scheme, in which case it can be helpful to have ready access to pieces that will bridge the gap, so to speak, or complete creative control to commission 100% custom artworks to suit the specific needs of the space in which you are working. Impressionist oil painting reproductions can offer a practical, yet savvy solution to many of the dilemmas interior designers face on a daily basis.
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Mar 18

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Expanding Your Fine Art Collection with Rembrandt Reproduction Oil Paintings

Also revered as The Great Prophet of Civilization, Rembrandt was a 17th century artist who became known for his passionate empathy for humankind, as evidenced in his iconic works of art. The Dutch-born artist was also recognized for his mastery of Chiaroscuro; an Italian word having to do with an artist’s use of light and shadow in the creation of the perception of depth. Rembrandt was one of the rare examples of an artist whose work was as appreciated in his own time as it is today. Universally accepted as the greatest artist of the Dutch school, adding an original Rembrandt to a personal fine art collection is a dream which simply cannot be realized by the majority of art enthusiasts. This does not mean, however, that one cannot enjoy the imagery created by the iconic artist, in the finest and most accurate detail, as is possible through museum quality reproduction oil paintings.
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Mar 15

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A Day in the Life of a Reproduction Oil Painting Artist

The life of an oil painter is often romanticized, as many of us wish we had the kind of talent, bringing life to canvas – and vice versa – that these artists possess. While the life of a reproduction oil painting artist can most definitely be described as rewarding, the process can also be a bit more tedious than most of us would choose to think. Here’s an overview of the oil painting reproduction process that will offer some realistic insight into the life of one of these highly talented artists.
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Mar 12

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What to Expect when Commissioning a Reproduction Oil Painting

Art lovers everywhere are fortunate to have the option of oil painting reproductions to augment their fine art collections. This is an ever growing field in the world of fine art, and offers a much more authentic looking option in oil paintings for those who value the fine detail, texture and depth of the original masterpieces; elements which are not as prominent in two-dimensional prints or giclees. So, if you’re thinking about adding a reproduction oil painting to your fine art collection, here’s a basic outline of what you can expect throughout the different phases of the process, from start to finish.
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