Art on a Shoestring: A How-to Guide for the Frugal Artist in All of Us

by Rado, Thelma S.

• ISBN13: 9781618620545
• ISBN10: 1618620541
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-05-22
• Publisher: Tate Pub & Enterprises Llc

Summary

'What, you may well ask, is art on a shoestring? In most countries, a shoestring is relatively cheap. So art on a shoestring is a special kind of fine art that is available to anyone and everyone at little or no cost... It is a quest as exciting as a treasure hunt with enticing rewards and a sense of great satisfaction, and as your awareness of what is beautiful in art increases, that awareness will spill over to enhance your appreciation of the beauty of everything else in your life.'Most of us love the idea of being able to decorate our homes; however, some of us don't think we have enough time or money to accomplish such a task. Don't fret; Thelma S. Rado's Art on a Shoestringoffers a how-to guide for decorating your home on a budget. From framing art to picking out the perfect color scheme for walls, Thelma offers advice and helpful tips for people who, despite limited financial resources, are strongly motivated to enriching their lives and their homes with beauty.Pick up Art on a Shoestringtoday and discover the frugal artist in you.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. 9
Authors Note	p. 13
An Idea Is Born	p. 15
Choosing the Right Picture	p. 23
Mounting and Matting	p. 43
Creating Unusual Mats	p. 59
Framing	p. 69
Hanging Pictures	p. 79
Understanding Color	p. 103
Choosing a Color Scheme	p. 113
Learning the Principles of Good Design	p. 123
Arranging Furniture	p. 129
Solving Knotty Household Problems	p. 145
Putting It All Together: The Total Picture	p. 161
Conclusion	p. 171
Figure Index	p. 173
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