Artwork at the Prime Ministers residence 10 Downing Street is one of the most famous addresses in the world with the most famous iconic front door. It has been home to some influential people in history. But did you know that inside the residence it is not only [...]
Non Modern Galleries Today, many people think of galleries as art collections housed in fancy, modern buildings which often look like pieces of art in themselves. However, some of the biggest and most beautiful collections with some of the most glorious historic frame work are actually displayed inside [...]
Things To Consider There are several elements that need to be considered when you are framing your artwork for presentation. A great framing begins with consideration into the following elements: The surroundings of the art work. Your taste and style. The art work itself, what you are framing. [...]
The Art World Within Scotland Whilst many people think of Scotland as highlands and countryside, there are many cities bursting with culture and art. It is become very known within the art world for some of its beautiful must see galleries displaying some wonderful artwork, encased in some [...]
Building And Architecture The Art Gallery Of Alberta located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada is a very uniquely designed building but it wasn't always that way. Established in 1924 the gallery was originally spread across many buildings and areas including hotels and public libraries where it would display small [...]
Why Are Picture Frames So Important? Most people whether they have artwork at home on their wall or are visiting a gallery or museum never actually realise how important the frame is to the artwork it is housing and how it adds to their enjoyment of the piece [...]
Who Is Alfred Munnings Alfred Munnings is one of the worlds most famous painters of horses and also for war art. He was born on 8th October 1878 in Suffolk where he grew up in a busy working mill surrounded by horses and horse drawn carts arriving daily [...]
The History Of Beecroft Art Gallery Located in Southend on Sea Essex, Beecroft Art Gallery has a large display of beautiful artwork and many other historical pieces on display. Originally located in West-cliff on Sea, the gallery was founded by Walter Beecroft. Walter was a solicitor in the [...]
History of The National Art Museum of China The National Art Museum of China is the largest art museum in China and is funded by the Ministry of Culture. In 1958 the building started to take shape and was formally opened to the public in 1963. The building [...]
Located in Saint Martins Place, London just off of Trafalgar Square, The National Portrait Gallery is home to the largest portrait collection of British influential men and women, both past and present, that have helped make British culture and history, from Tudor Courts to the present day. The portraits [...]
