Artist - Build It Yourself
Artists are gifted with the ability to create and discover new things. With that in mind I would like to encourage artists at all levels of experience to consider exploring the use of carpentry. Not only will you have fun but also you will save money.
You don"t have to be a professional carpenter to learn how to build some of the essential artist tools we use. You could work with a carpenter to show you how to build items that you would usually cost lots of money. Or, you could explore online HOW TO sites to learn step by step with the use of videos or written tutorials.
I have worked with my father and members of my family. I also read and listen to video tutorials. My artistic skills have been a valuable foundation in teaching me how to be a good carpenter.
In my painting classes I teach students how to:
Build their own easels
Build their canvas frames
Stretch their canvas
Build maulsticks
Framing techniques, Plus more,
BUT ISN"T TIME MONEY?
Yes, time is money. But the time invested in learning a new skill will create more money to keep in your pocket. The skills you will learn will not be a waste of time.
In addition you will get great pleasure in knowing that not only did you create that masterpiece but you also put your heart and soul into the canvas and the frame. Trust me it won"t be a waste of your time.
A GREAT WAY TO STAY MOTIVATED
When you are working on creating an easel that will hold your painting you can get motivated to keep creating more paintings for them to hold. I know that sounds corny but it is a simple truth. Plus, you will probably want to build as many as you can to hold painting that might have to be shown in a place that does not have great wall space.
I am busy making some tutorials and videos available for other artists at all levels that will take you step by step in creating your own artistic tools. Let me know if you have any particular things you would like to learn. So get busy learning. Of course if you have any questions you can email me at hornerart@mac.com
Ray Horner is an art instructor, art consultant and inspirational speaker. Visit some of his artwork at Source: http://ezinearticles.com/