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The sun, the sand and the beautiful water are all big parts of the memories made during a beach vacation. The saddest part of any trip to the beach is leaving it behind when you go. Why not take a little piece of your vacation home with you with a shells and sand shadowbox? Here’s a quick and easy tutorial for one you can easily complete on your own with just a quick outing to the beach and to your local craft store.Items you will need for this shadowbox include: A half a cup of sandA doz …

One of the most beloved members of the family can often be the most overlooked when it comes to professional portraits. Preserve the memories of your treasured pets with photographs you will treasure for a lifetime. Here are some helpful tips to make your photography session a success. Be Patient. A big reason why animals aren’t shot professionally is because it takes a very patient photographer. The right pose, the right angle, the right look will not happen on command when dealing with …

One of the biggest hurdles of any wedding is the financial strain it puts on the bride and groom. A great way to cut back on costs without sacrificing anything you desire to have is to choose wedding decorations you already have in your home and that you can reuse again after your celebration is over. Here’s a great list of items you can shop for in your local dollar store, thrift store or even find in your own household. Picture Frames - Vintage oval frames and antique glass picture fram …

As summer comes blazing into our lives and our homes, it is most deeply celebrated by its biggest holiday. Embrace the joyfulness and pride of the Fourth of July by tastefully incorporating our country’s beloved trio of colors into our homes. Here are some tips on ways to celebrate while you decorate with red, white and blue throughout your home.For the Living Room - Give the most lived-in area a seasonal makeover by adding in fluffy canvas pillows adorned with American flags. Use light-we …

Are you searching for just the right gift to you show the mothers you know how much you love and value them? We’ve compiled a list of ideas for the lady who always puts others before herself. Confirm her importance with a unique and meaningful gift she’ll treasure. Handprint art. If her children are young, all you will need is washable paint, construction paper and a few simple art supplies. Simply trace the children’s hands and fill them in with paint. These hands can be a base for b …

The way we enjoy photographs has rapidly changed in recent decades. It’s been estimated more pictures have been taken in the last five years than in the past hundred years combined, but there is a startling difference to note with the huge influx of photography. Only one picture is printed for an estimated 1,000,000 pictures that are taken.Picture taking used to be a process. Buy the film, take the pictures, pay to have the film processed and view the pictures days or even weeks later. N …

The time has finally come to where you have produced enough pieces of your own original art to host your own art show. Instead of waiting for an invitation from a local gallery, take matters into your own hands once again by hosting your own art show. What are the best ways to do this? The tips below will help you to continue on your artistic journey!Choose a setting. The setting will determine a lot about the tone of your show. You can choose to host your show in your home, in a restaura …

Oil paints are such a vibrant, classic medium for artists to use because of the texture, color and light that come with using them. Oil paintings are generally not framed under glass to leave the beauty of the artist’s brushstrokes and use of light and dark visible to the viewer’s eye. This leaves the painting exposed to the elements and makes the painting require extra love and care to preserve its beauty. Keep your paintings as exquisite as they day they were created by following these …

With the end of a school year and the beginning of summer, fun family events are well on their way. Whether these events include graduations, BBQ parties in the backyard or trips to the beach, make this time together extra special with a beautiful family portrait. Though the process itself may seem a bit daunting, with these expert tips, you’ll be ready to capture the perfect photograph which will capture all these special memories of your family. Position. This may seem like the most ob …

Senior portraits are a once in a lifetime experience in your graduate’s life. These photos are usually taken in the months leading to graduation and are a fun, unique way to express your teenager’s achievements and personality. The most crucial decision in making these senior portraits is to find the right photographer for your needs. Here are some tips and tricks from professional photographers to ensure these essential photographs are captured attractively. Reputation. Ask around! …