Author Archive for Rebecca Wall

Media in focus: tapestry

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Today, tapestry is enjoying a rebirth, fuelled by contemporary artists embracing its ancient techniques.

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An art lover’s guide to Edinburgh

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This Edinburgh art guide will direct you to world-class collections of Old Master paintings alongside innovative contemporary galleries.

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Media in focus: Chinese traditional painting

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A brief guide on the techniques, materials and history of Chinese traditional painting.

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Media in focus: egg tempera

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Did you know egg tempera is more durable than oil and with a luminosity similar to watercolour?

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Working with art galleries: what artists need to know

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Should artists still seek gallery representation?

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Book Review: ‘Show Your Art: How to Build an Art Career Without a Gallery’ by Gita Joshi

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A review of Gita Joshi’s book on career advice for artists, offering tips on the foundations for success.

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Media in focus: vellum

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Vellum is one of the oldest surfaces available to artists, and is among the most technically challenging. Used by medieval monks, Albrecht Dürer, and by the UK government to record Acts of Parliament, it continues to inspire contemporary artists, many…

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Generosity is infectious: the Artist Support Pledge

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The Artist Support Pledge is a way for artists to help each other during these uncertain times.

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Preparing for a recession as a contemporary artist

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Even as many governments worldwide begin to ‘reopen’ their economies after coronavirus-related shutdowns, it will be a long road to recovery. The Bank of England has predicted that the UK is facing its sharpest recession on record — in April, its economy…

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