If you are a beginner graphic designer, there are a few key pieces of advice that will really help make your pieces stand out. Andrew Haag is a California based mixed media artist focused on photography and design. Collaborative in his process, Andrew Haag’s works take on a scrapbook style. He hopes to share design […]
Tips for Portrait Photography
Portrait photography can be tricky. As a professional portrait photographer, Andrew Haag has some tips for people looking to improve their skills. When it comes to the background, pick something that is neutral and not too cluttered. The focus should be on the subject. At the same time, you don’t want a completely plain, boring […]
3 Photography Tips for Beginners
Now that everyone has a camera in their pocket at all times, many people fancy themselves a photographer. If you are someone looking to up-level your skills, here are a few tips on how to improve your photographs. You can use these tips with a camera phone, or any camera you might have when you […]
Mixed Media Art Projects: Painting on Photographs
Mixed media art encompasses an infinite amount of techniques – you can mix absolutely any two mediums into one piece, and it is considered mixed media. This could include different types of paint, cutting out pictures from magazines, combining crochet and embroidery, or anything else you can think of. One great beginner project for people […]
Artist Spotlight: Cindy Sherman
Born in Glen Ridge, New Jersey in 1954, Cindy Sherman is a conceptual artist and photographer whose work mainly focuses on self portraits. According to the MoMA, “she is recognized as one of the most important and influential artists in contemporary art.” When she attended college, she initially pursued painting and even failed a required […]