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La Belle Dame sans Merci – DICKSEE, Sir Frank – Google Arts & Culture

La Belle Dame sans Merci – DICKSEE, Sir Frank – Google Arts & Culture

The subject of this painting is taken from Keats’ poem of 1819, a rather morbid meditation in which the knight is left ‘so haggard and so woe-begone’ after...

Ibanez RG121DX Walnut Satin

Ibanez RG121DX Walnut Satin

Ibanez builds guitars for all levels of players—from beginners to the most demanding masters of the instrument. Subject to many of the same rigorous inspection standards and warranty coverage as other Ibanez guitars, GIO guitars offer the best sound, style, and playability of anything in their class. This principled approach has not only put better guitars in the hands of new players—it’s been responsible for launching numerous new musical careers around the world. The GRG121DX begins with the iconic Ibanez RG series body, constructed of Poplar (Okoume for WNF finish). It’s then fitted with a Maple GRG neck sporting a…

New school librarian? 10 things you should do first… – Mrs. ReaderPants

New school librarian? 10 things you should do first… – Mrs. ReaderPants

Being a brand new school librarian is both exciting and scary. All summer, you’ve planned for your new position, but today, you're feeling pretty lost.

Tea 2 Painting

Tea 2 Painting

About The Artwork Tea 2 My work "Tea" found a new owner. I turned to the subject again. In order to increase the amount of orange, I bought a special teacup, wide and flat. I decided on a steeper view into the cup. I chose Darjeeling tea FTGFOP1, so I increased the amount of orange, to the brown tones of the picture "tea". In the background, I stayed with ultramarine blue as in "tea". The complementary contrast enhances the brightness of both colors. The steep upward glance at the incoming tea was no longer the wave-splashy appearance as I could…

Understanding focal length: what is it and how it can vastly improve your photos

Understanding focal length: what is it and how it can vastly improve your photos

Confused about focal length? Learn how understanding focal length (being zoomed in or out) can help you get more flattering photos.