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Using Art As A Therapy Tool

When we found out that our son was autistic, we were devastated about the possibility of losing communication with him. Sure enough, over the coming months his speech slowly faded away, and we were left wondering how to relay messages. Fortunately, we took our son to a great therapist in the area who taught us to work with him through art. He started painting little pictures, and it was a great way to work with him. It was amazing to see how much of a difference art made in his progress. My blog is all about art, and why you shouldn't discount its power in your life.

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The Differences Between Acrylic Paintings and Oil Paintings

Posted on October 11, 2022

Abstract original paintings will typically use either acrylic paint or oil paint. Both paints can be used to create beautiful art, but there are slight differences between the two types of paint. Learn more about the differences between acrylic paintings and oil paintings.  Acrylic Paint vs. Oil Paint Oil paint uses natural oil as its base, while acrylic paint is synthetic and uses water as its base. In both cases, you will combine the paint with the base to get the desired thickness. [Read More]

Everything You Need To Know About Climate-Controlled Storage For Art

Posted on May 24, 2022

Ars gratia artis. Art for the sake of art. Art collectors have been spouting this phrase for centuries. While it may be emphasizing the intrinsic value of art, it does not address the problem of storing art properly when you run out of room to hang it. If you need climate-controlled storage for your art, here's what you need to know. What is climate-controlled storage? Climate-controlled storage is a temperature and humidity-regulated environment that is specifically designed to store sensitive items. [Read More]

Which Style Of Dance Suits You Best?

Posted on October 22, 2021

If you are an adult who is looking for a fun new hobby, you should look into dance lessons near you. Many people enjoy dance lessons as a fun way to meet people, exercise, and practice a new skill. Depending on where you live, there may be several different types of dance lessons available. Once you have mustered enough courage and decided to sign up for a class, you will need to determine which type of dancing you want to learn. [Read More]

3 Ideal Gifts for Comic Strip Fans

Posted on June 2, 2021

If you have someone in your life who loves comic strips, then you can find unique ways to celebrate their interest. Comic strip gifts include a wide range of options and give you the chance to branch out and really select a unique present. Browse through some ideas and see what stands out as you shop for special occasions. 1. Comic Strip Apparel Many comic strip artists have converted their artwork into clothing items. [Read More]