Whether you are self-isolating or having to quarantine yourself due to coronavirus, or you are actually in lockdown, here is a list of things that you can do at home to help you keep sane.
This article came about when I wanted a way to easily create free backing music with no copyright attached to use in my YouTube videos.
Chicken pox is much less common in adults than it is in children, but it can have some nasty symptoms. I recently went through this unfortunate experience. This is what you should look out for.
Why not try making some personalized chocolates in heart shapes for Valentines Day - it is pretty easy!
If you have water marks on your shower screen or shower door and are struggling to clean them off, this tip will help you remove them quickly and cheaply.
There are some key tips that you need to know in order to win at scrabble. Here I share some of my winning scrabble strategies.
So most of us will eat at McDonalds at some time, however often that might be. But if we do it is useful to know the most healthy items to pick from the menu which may not be what you expected.
If you're an artist, it can be useful to know how to stretch a canvas so you can reuse old frames where you have paintings you don't like. It can also be cheaper than buying new canvases.
Easy instructions to make your own dice out of paper with a template to show which numbers go where.
Abstract painting doesn't have to be difficult. Step-by-step instructions on how a professional artist created an abstract acrylic painting using texture and various painting techniques.
If you want some texture under your paintings, then you can buy texture in the shops or you can make your own. Follow these instructions to learn what materials you need and how to make some texture.
Oil paints generally take a long time to dry. If you're in a hurry and want oil paint to dry faster, then try this tip!
Dubai is a Muslim country so are you actually allowed to drink alcohol there? Well there are rules about drinking and this article will let you know what they are.
Achieving great paint effects on a textured canvas base requires applying the paint in different ways. Check out my hints and tips on how to apply paint to a textured surface.
As a professional artist I have a list of essential items I need in my art studio - check out what I must have here.
This is a delicious dessert or pudding recipe that I have been using for years. The mixture of fresh lemons with fresh cream and sponge fingers is irresistible.
If you are wondering what is the best way to sell your paintings then check out the advice given here by a professional artist of 5 years.
Dubai is a Muslim country in the Middle East but some countries in that area are not as strict as others when it comes to the way Westerners should dress, check this out to find out the situation about whether you need to cover up in Dubai.
Do you want to be a marshal at a golf tournament? It is a great way to get behind the scenes and maybe meet some of the big stars of golf. Check out how you can here.
The Ryder Cup scoring format works slightly differently from the usual golf tournaments, as it is a matchplay tournament rather than strokeplay. Find out exactly how the scoring system works in this article.
If you are an artist and wondering how much you should charge for your paintings, there are a number of criteria that you should think about in setting your price. Check out this information from a professional artist.
If you are a beginner looking to venture into using acrylic paints then take a look at these hints and tips from an experienced acrylic artist.
Everyone has their favourite painting and although I can count a few as top in my estimation, this is my favourite painting right now.
Learn about this incredible technique for creating "swirled" abstract paintings with watered-down acrylic paint. I have sold several paintings created with this method. Here's what you need to know.
What general everyday items can you use to add texture to your paintings? Here is a list of some ideas for a textured base for abstract art.