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How to Paint People With Acrylics
Many painters either love or hate acrylic paints. Acrylics are a fast-drying medium, somewhat similar to oil paints when dry. Unlike oil paints, however, acrylic paints dry very quickly. Acrylic paints are water-based, unlike oil paints, and because they dry quickly, they must be handled in a specia
What Is a Split Complementary Color Scheme?
A split-complementary color scheme adds emphasis without dramatic tension. Although the opposing colors create emphasis, they don't clash violently like direct complements. Consider using a split-complementary color scheme in designs that need emphasis, but require a subdued feeling.
My Son At The Pokemon Center
My son is ten now and we live in Japan. As a Mom, I'm not too worried about leaving him alone at the Pokemon Center to window shop for himself. This being Japan, however, I am worried about him getting lost in the huge crowds. So after much deliberation, I figured I should hang out with him her
How to Paint Wrought Iron Bed Frames
If you are tired of the appearance of dark wrought-iron bed frames, you can paint them in the hue of your choice. Not just any paint will do, though. Metal paints contain additives that prevent rust. Also, not all metal primers and paints are compatible. One solution is to choose a primer and a fini
How to Paint a Textured Fiberglass Door
Painting a textured fiberglass door is a bit tricky for a first-time painter. Fiberglass is nonporous, making it hard for new paint to stick to the surface. Causing further difficulties, certain paint rollers don't deposit enough paint evenly across raised and recessed textures. Fortunately, there a
Nana - Nana K. at Apartment 707
Aoi Miyazaki as Nana Komatsu in Nana, the movie from VIZ Pictures. Nana is a live-action Japanese romantic rock and roll movie based on the shojo manga series by Ai Yazawa, starring Mika Nakashima and Aoi Miyazaki.
Ways to Use Tempered Paint
Tempered paint, also known as egg tempera, is made from the contents of an egg yolk and colored pigments. This was the main kind of paint used for paintings until oil paint came around in the 1500s. It is still used today, but not with as much popularity. There are a few different mediums that are b
Oil Painting Reproduction - A Concept to Regain Antique Oil Paints
Paintings are one of the most beautiful creations of human being. With the changing time natural colors are fading from our life due to various reasons. Oil paintings are complementing this situation very well. One ...
How to Paint Murals on Pine
A mural painted directly on to a plaster wall is subject to expansion and contraction under different temperatures, and may crack or peel over time. A mural painted on pine is less vulnerable, but constructing a false wall in front of an existing wall is not a viable option for many hobby muralists.
How to Paint the Outside of a House That Has Hardiplank?
Hardiplank siding is a durable home exterior product that is constructed of a sturdy cement fiber. It is well-renowned for protecting against the damage caused by extreme temperature variations, fire and insect infestation. This siding commonly survives what renders traditional wood products ineffec
How to Make Characters Look 3D
Making characters drawn on a 2-D surface appear to have three dimensions was a problem that was solved by artists during the Renaissance (between 1,300 to 1,500). Today, you can give your 2-D characters depth by using the techniques those artists developed. Even those with limited artistic skills ca
How to Paint a Vinyl Bathtub
Bathtubs usually last for years, and it's often cost-prohibitive to replace one until it's really needed. However, that doesn't mean you're stuck with a tub when you don't like the look of it. Bathtubs are paintable, so changing the color is an option. Care is needed to ensure the excessive moisture
How to Use Enamel Paint on Glass
Ultra gloss enamels are wonderful for painting on glass, ceramics, crystal or china. They air-dry and cure completely in seven days. The painted items can be hand washed with warm water and mild detergent after the curing process has ended. To wash the painted article in the dishwasher, cure the ite
How to Draw Anime Dog Ears
Anime dogs typically have two similar types of ear styles. These types of ears are easy to draw and can be placed on a variety of different types of dogs thanks, in part, to their basic shape. What makes the ears particularly anime is the shading you add as a finishing touch when you are done with y
Love Quest
Read a review of Love Quest, a yaoi manga one-shot by Lily Hoshino from Yen Press.When Kazunori Akabane and his classmate Satoru Moriya are transported to a fantasy world, a scantily-clad female warrior tells the pair that they must 'exchange bodily fluids' to fortify her magic powers.