Art Photos

Any photo that expresses and meet’s an artist’s creative vision is called an art photo. Art photos are not the same as the commercial photographs and journalism that support stories printed in various mediums (newspapers, magazines, etc). While the target of commercial photographs is pretty clear- selling a service, photojournalism targets to support the documentaries. These are not considered as art photos; these are just the artistic demands of the job.

On the contrary, fine art photography refers to those art photos which are created in accordance with the creative vision of the artist. Art photos express the artist’s perceptions and emotions. There are several interpretations of art photography but the core idea is retained: expressing the imaginative visualization of the artist.  

There are some identified genres that define art photography, including portraits, natural landscapes and nudes. The recent two decades have witnessed the rise in the number of art photography exhibitions across the globe. Rather, it’s become in fashion to use prints and frames for art photos too. There are several galleries in India and also abroad that display some fine art photos, created by talented artists. The size of the prints naturally differs, based on the purpose and theme of the photo. Above all, the beauty of art photos is undeniable.

Art Photos On the Rise
Art photos are considered one of the finest artistic representations and hence, can be staged and lit giving birth to a dimension and adding to the artist’s vision. The introduction of the latest digital technologies, complex cameras and full spectrum photography, the beauty of art photos have only got more and more popular. Artists can include a lot of effects in their art photos, by employing visible light, filtering ultraviolet light as well as infrared. Pictures now actually mean a thousand words to most of the viewers. Artistic photographers are now receiving immense patronage from their admirers.

With such a growth in popularity of art photos, it is not surprising to note that fine art photos are being auctioned annually and that too at soaring prices. Collectors of art photos need to upgrade their collection with delicate and fine pieces of art photos and this is one of the ways they complete their collection. Beautiful art photos can also be spotted in popular museum studios and also in prominent hallways. Several fashion shows, trades and multiple art events also display some great pieces of art photos. However, the general public still prefers paintings over art photos and it would take some time for the ice to break.

Though fine art photos might stand in opposition to commercial and journalism photographs, but nonetheless they often owe a lot to them. There have been multiple situations where these have overlapped and the dividing line between them has been blurred. However, art photos enthusiasts clearly distinguish between them, highlighting the superiority of art photos.

Art Painting | Painting Art

Indian Painting Art

Indian painting art tends to possess a soul and this is one basic reason why amateurs and experts always try and give their 100% while coming out with a picture. Before getting going with the painting process, it would be better to let the creativity come out as each and every artist has a different perception of art and this is going to reflect in the paintings. For many artists out there, art would we a food for the soul, while many might be considering it as a way to earn livelihood and this is where the thin line between love for art and need to paint diminishes.

A great artist is the one who does not live with an opinion that all would like his/her work as it is a comprehensible fact that art is subjective. Understanding art and making others understand it are two very different things and this is where the instincts for an artist come into picture.

Some Impressive & Interesting Tips That Might Help Amateurs

Although no two artists would have the same expertise level as experienced in painting art is all in ones thought process and not in hands, but still there are certain tips that might help all. First of all, a great artist is the one who gives some quality time and comes out with a unique idea. It is a basic thumb rule that the painting would revolve around the idea and this is why the basic thought has to be clear in mind. Next important step to be followed is creating a complete series of doodles and then see which one that gels with the idea to the maxim possible extent.

Color schemes are another integral element that make an art painting grab viewer’s attention and also express the thoughts running in artist’s mind creatively. It has been found that many artists prefer sticking to same color schemes, while this comes out as their signature style, but to the viewers it might appear monotonous after some time. A creative artist is the one who plays with colors and never sets the boundaries around color schemes.

Once an artist has reached to a conclusion about the final sketch and the desired color scheme, there comes the time to pick the pencil and head towards the canvas. Blending colors is an art in itself and especially in the Indian paintings as here texture and color are considered to be the foundations of a painting. If the artist wants to add to the visual appeal of the painting, it would be better to vary the brushstrokes to vary the textural effects.

By having a closer look at the painting, the viewers would easily recognize the variations made by the artist, so it is always better to explore something new and utilize it to the fullest extent. There are many artists who prefer bold delineations, while others prefer something subtle, so it’s all in the hand of the artist to come out with a painting that would leave the viewers awestruck.