Happiness is not a matter of intensity, but of balance, order, rhythm, and harmony. —Thomas Merton The question of how to balance an art business and a full-time job comes up frequently, which is no surprise. That’s because it’s a complex problem that vexes creative people, especially those stuck in jobs they don’t like. Balance is attainable with the proper perspective and plans to maintain it. A Quora user once requested me to answer this question: How do I balance a full-time job and building art portfolios? I finished studying for an illustration diploma and worked as a storekeeper for…
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Today’s jewelry collection story comes from Celia of By the Sun Collective – she also has a gold version of her brand, which is called By the Moon Collective. Celia is based in Canada and sells both silver and gold jewelry. I love her style I think she has a great eye for pieces both old and new. Let’s take a peek inside her jewelry box: “I look at dressing up each day as an outlet for creativity, so I love to get playful. I’ll often dress down a blazer with some eccentric statement jewelry or brighten up a neutral…
The aquamarine gemstone mirrors the colour of the ocean and is the birthstone for those born in March. Its name fits its serene blue hue as it’s taken from the Latin ‘aqua marina’ meaning ‘sea water’ and symbolises harmony, courage, and communication. In this guide there will be tips on choosing it as your engagement ring stone covering the colour, durability and settings. Now let’s delve into why you should consider including the aquamarine in your engagement ring. Why Choose an Aquamarine Engagement Ring? An aquamarine has sentimental significance, making it a special choice for an engagement ring. Aquamarines…
When it comes to cleaning jewelry and gemstones, you won’t have to feel intimidated ever again. We’re here to bust all the myths, give you straight forward tips and have you on your way to sparkly jewels in no time. What’s the deal with cleaning jewelry? Cleaning floors — easy! Cleaning clothes — learned that in middle school. Cleaning ourselves — pretty much instinctual. But when it comes to cleaning jewelry, the task is often met with more questions than answers. Can I get an opal wet? Will my pearl disintegrate if I put soap on it? Say no more. We’re breaking…
When Prince Harry proposed to Meghan Markle in November 2017, he did so with a custom-designed, three-stone engagement ring that symbolised both their love story and family legacy. The story behind how Meghan and Harry got engaged is like a modern-day fairy-tale, this blog takes you through every detail of the stunning trilogy ring. The Original Engagement Ring Crafted by British jewellers Cleave & Company and designed by Harry himself, the trilogy ring featured a stunning centre stone from Botswana, where the couple spent their first holiday together. The Duchess of Cambridge’s engagement ring broke tradition from the Royal Family because of…
The Amazing Spider-Man No. 194 original cover art sells for $1.02 million at Heritage Auctions.Courtesy Heritage Auctions Continuing one of the biggest trends in comic book collecting, the original cover art for 1979’s The Amazing Spider-Man No. 194, one of the most iconic covers of the 1970s featuring Black Cat’s first appearance, sold for $1.02 million at Heritage Auctions Sunday, Jan. 12.Illustrated by Al Milgrom, the cover art gave the world its first glimpse of Marvel’s captivating, catty criminal Felicia Hardy as the Black Cat. From her premiere, Black Cat instantly captured the hearts of fans, becoming a pivotal figure…
I met Suzi Balamaci’s artwork last year at Strathmore where she was taking part in the exhibition of artists from the three-year Master Artist Program at The Compass Atelier.Her work stood out to me because it transmitted the subjects so well! One could almost smell the bodies of the sweaty dancers, feel the aura of bought erotica, and they placed the viewer with them; there was a palpable energy radiation from the artwork!She writes about her work:I seek out the exhilaration and energy of a scene and capture them in my painting. These micro-moments observing people and their experiences are…
Before the 19th century, wireless radios seemed like a far-fetched concept until physicist Reginald Fessenden changed that on Dec. 24, 1906, when he sent the first long-distance transmission of human voice and music from his station at Brant Rock, Mass., and set the stage for commercial broadcasts.A steady stream of inventions from then on changed the way the world connected and communicated, and radios eventually became a staple in homes everywhere. More than 100 years old, the radio is still a powerful force in American life. Antique and vintage models are also avidly sought after by collectors for their historical…
WOMEN ARTISTS OF THE DMV Describe the organizing principle(s) of the exhibition. The “elevator pitch” or how I would describe the project in 30 seconds. · Me talking: This exhibition will be the first ever survey of female visual artists from the DMV (“local” acronym for District, Maryland and Virginia – or the Greater Washington, DC Capital region) ever done – it will be staged in six major art spaces in 2025 in each state area bordering the District: they are the American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center at American University in DC, The Athenaeum in Alexandria, and The…
Today’s Jewelry Collection Story comes from Aly of @Baubleography – one of my favorite Instagram accounts to follow! Her taste in jewelry is impeccable and it is very unique, precise. I love all her old cut diamonds – the wonkier the better, the best have big culets and uneven silhouettes. I can’t wait to share her story and give you a peek inside her jewelry box. Let’s go: “So the ernest dreamer part of me would say I have been collecting since I was 7 years old, when my mom gave me an opal ring that my dad gave her…
