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Landscape painting has long been a beloved genre in the art world, capturing the beauty and majesty of the natural world in various forms. From serene countryside scenes to dramatic locations, artists throughout history have found inspiration in the ever-changing landscapes around them. In this blog today, we will discuss some of the most popular types of landscape art and what sets them apart from other landscapes. 1. Realistic Landscape Paintings These types of paintings st

The history of portrait artworks dates back to 5000 years and beyond. Long before photographs were invented, portraits were the only way to immortalize the face of any person. People got their appearances painted, sculpted, and even drawn, never to be forgotten with time. The genre of art holds immense significance and value both as a keeper of history and the artistic skills it demands. Read the blog to know what makes it such an important part of art and culture that it has

Watercolor painting is one of the most attractive yet complicated forms of painting. The playful nature of water often makes this medium quite unpredictable and difficult to control. However, this doesn't mean that you should stop putting in effort to improve your art. In this blog today, we will discuss the four building blocks of a watercolor painting. These elements will help you improve your painting, and create impactful artwork. What Are the Four Building Blocks of a

The oldest animal art was discovered some 45,500 years ago on Sulawesi islands in Indonesia. It was a sketch of a native pig and to date is considered to be the oldest form of a creature depiction in art. For the longest time, animal art has been a popular form of art for both artists and art collectors. It is safe to say that we all must have come across some form of animal art at least once in our lives. This statement brings us to the question: what makes this art style s

Your use of color in art can make or break your entire artwork. Every color carries a different meaning in art, evoking different emotions and setting up the mood of the space. Novice artists often struggle with the correct color choice and thus get discouraged when they don’t get the desired results. In this blog, we’ll briefly discuss the relationship between color and art and also discuss the usage of different colors to enhance your results. What is Color in Art? Colors,

Water is a powerful element of nature and one of the vital sources of life. Not just as an element in different art styles, but its presence is essential for the entire ecosystem on our planet. Even in art, it plays a crucial role in its creation as well as a part of the subject. We have seen it in its various forms and each of them carries a symbolism in art that changes according to the demographics, culture, and beliefs of the people. If you are also someone who finds the

The mention of abstract art immediately makes most of us think of non-representational lines, shapes, colors, and patterns. While many people, both in the past and even now, consider it meaningless, or an escape from the technicalities of painting, this couldn’t be any further away from the truth. Those who understand color theory, brush strokes, and other techniques can tell you it is as legitimate as any other art style. If you are still not convinced, let’s try to change y

Artists, since the beginning of time, have been inclined to draw paintings depicting images from real life. While such artworks have always been around, it was not until recently that we started classifying figurative paintings to differentiate them from abstract art. The existence of figurative art can be traced back to more than 45,000 years ago, with the discovery of an Indonesian painting “Pigs in Ochre.” The fact alone, that these paintings could be as ancient as forty m

New painters often find it difficult to work with watercolor because of its fluidity, which makes watercolor techniques hard to control and master. This medium, unlike others, is all about transparency and luminosity and takes a lot of practice to achieve the desired results. We at TERAVARNA have been closely working with a lot of artists and we understand their struggles. So here we are with yet another blog covering different beginner-friendly techniques that you can use t

Every artist has a different reason for creating landscape art. Some may do it to capture the beauty of nature, whereas others might simply do it to attach a visual to their emotions. Whatever may be the reason, almost all of us have found ourselves in that situation at least once, where a piece of beautiful landscape art left us stunned. Whether you are an artist or not, nature still manages to stir something deep within that makes you want to create an equally mesmerizing a

Paintings of flowers have been around us for centuries. They have been an integral part of art and have helped many artists convey various different emotions throughout history. We all know roses are used to express love and passion, but what about lilies orchids, or other flowers that you see? Be it the famous sunflower painting series from Vincent Van Gogh or Monet's water lilies, they have been a medium to tell stories and for the artists to leave their marks on the art sc

Portrait artworks tell untold stories of living beings that never escaped past the subject’s lips, through tools like brushes and pencils. Looking at well-crafted realistic portraits can feel like taking a sneak peek into the soul of the subject, often making the viewer want the subject to just tell you what’s going on in their mind. One classic example of such a portrait is the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, which has now become a timeless masterpiece. Portrait art, irrespe

Landscape art is any artwork that revolves around depicting the scenic essence of natural creations on a canvas. These paintings gained recognition for capturing the beauty of nature with very little to no human element present in them. They always manage to add a dash of life to your living room, provoke your thoughts and bring you closer to nature. The landscape painting style gained recognition in the late 15th century. Since then, it has been reigning as one of the most v

It is no secret to any artist that color plays an enormous role in how their art is received by any critic; be it a professional jury or just an overbearing uncle, the colors you pick during the completion of the piece are just as important as the final edits you make on your photo editing software of choice. With TERAVARNA’s color art competition quickly approaching, now is a great time to consider these factors! The way an art piece looks on a digital screen is a problem th

A viewer can tell a lot about a painting at first glance. The composition, the medium, and many other small details can speak volumes as to the emotions the artist was feeling when the piece was conceived. But very few elements are as telling of the pathos behind a work of art as the colors that are employed in the piece. Color symbolism have had many meanings throughout the times, and can often mean very different things. Red, for instance, dually expresses love and passion,

Water surrounds us in our everyday life. About 70 percent of Earth’s surface is made out of water and mirroring this percentage, the amount of water in the human body is around 65 percent. It’s a goal for many to drink eight glasses of water a day. With water being such an indispensable part of our lives, of course, it stands to reason that water can become a part of your art as well. In combination with the hot summer that we’re all experiencing globally along with TERAVARNA

“No longer shall I paint interiors with men reading and women knitting. I will paint living people who breathe and feel and suffer and love.” - Edvard Munch Figurative art, or figuratism, is artwork that’s derived from real-life subjects, and so is representational in nature. This term contrasts with that of abstract art forms, which is art that seeks to represent less concrete subjects. While figurative art is not necessarily the same as figure painting, human or animal figu

Are you pondering about participating in a virtual art exhibition? Well, it's a divine opportunity for you to showcase your masterpieces to the world. Here, the virtual art exhibition platform is a magical space. It’s where you can weave dreams and fantasies through your art and watch as they touch people's hearts worldwide. Undoubtedly, an art gallery is a haven for artists and art lovers. Plus, with online art galleries, artists can spread their wings and soar high. These g

Do you love capturing the still moments of life? Well, you must try Still Life Photography. Although overlooked, still-life photography can be really fun. All you have to do is think creatively and capture an inanimate object, plant, or anything still with great imagination, composition, and lightning. If bringing life to an object through visuals seems exciting, focus on enhancing your poise, imagination, and photography skills. At our online international art gallery ‘TERAV

Do you want to create the same visuals with lines, shapes, patterns, and forms as earlier? However, creativity always needs a boost to easily portray those important elements of abstract art on plain white paper. But have you, as an artist ever thought of taking one step ahead? With creativity and innovation, you can get a wonderful idea to adjust and structure these shapes for your next masterpiece. Coming up with unique ideas every time is a challenge, but with a little hel