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Sunday, 12 March 2023

The 5 best passive income ideas for Artists

Artists can benefit from passive income since it allows them to spend more time doing what they love (art) and less time worrying about their next paycheck.

Artists are inherently creative individuals, yet making money as an artist may be difficult due to the subjective nature of the field.

This is why it is critical for many artists who want to take their artistic activities to the next level to ensure they have a means of generating revenue.

1. Print-on-demand sites

Print-on-demand platforms allow you to have your artwork printed on a variety of various goods, such as iPhone covers and wall clocks, as well as tote bags and wall art. It’s a terrific method to have a consistent money flow coming in, and if your art is exceptional enough, you will enjoy long-term earnings.

2. Create and sell content

As an artist, your natural inclination is to be inventive and create works of art that stand out. So, creating and selling your artwork is one of the simplest ways for you to locate and produce passive cash. On Penkraft’s sister portals, you may sell your artistic creations to domestic and international clients without paying a fee. It allows you to express yourself creatively.
3. Teach Art Online

Creating and selling online courses based on your skill set is one of the finest ways to look at passive income for artists. Becoming a Penkraft teacher is the best way of doing exactly that! Penkraft helps you to start your home-based art classes and provides lifetime free marketing support. Penkraft DOES NOT charge any royalty. Penkraft certified course kits can be bought on Penkraft’s website at discounted prices.

4. Create a blog

Blogging is all the rage these days, and you have the benefit of being able to monetize your blog as one of the finest types of passive income for artists.

This is a great money stream to explore, but there are a lot of variables to consider, so make sure you do it right and blog as effectively as possible.

5. YouTube channel

YouTubers are quite famous these days, and it is well worth your time as an artist to make video material. You can do a lot with your YouTube channel, which is why it’s crucial to establish one in order to generate more interest in your work.

Finding a strategy to monetize the channel might also provide you with a source of passive revenue.

Penkraft conducts classes, course, online courses, live courses, workshops, teachers' training & online teachers' training in Handwriting Improvement, Calligraphy, Abacus Maths, Vedic Maths, Phonics and various Craft & Artforms - Madhubani, Mandala, Warli, Gond, Lippan Art, Kalighat, Kalamkari, Pichwai, Cheriyal, Kerala Mural, Pattachitra, Tanjore Painting, One Stroke Painting, Decoupage, Image Transfer, Resin Art, Fluid Art, Alcohol Ink Art, Pop Art, Knife Painting, Scandinavian Art, Water Colors, Coffee Painting, Pencil Shading, Resin Art Advanced etc. at pan-India locations. With our mission to inspire, educate, empower & uplift people through our endeavours, we have trained & operationally supported (and continue to support) 1500+ home-makers to become Penkraft Certified Teachers? in various disciplines.

Saturday, 11 March 2023

Straight v/s Oblique Pen (Calligraphy Pens)

Calligraphy is the art of writing words in an artistic manner and style. Calligraphy is an ancient art and can be dated back to the Roman times. It is a very easy yet skillful art. It helps you build concentration and also teaches you patience.

For calligraphy, you need to have calligraphy pens. Calligraphy pens are specially designed tools for calligraphy. And the pens are divided into two groups - straight pens and oblique pens. If you're a beginner, it can be difficult to understand which pen is useful. So with this blog, understand what each pen means and which is more beneficial to you.

Straight pens are also called dip pens. They are made up of wood, bone and plastic. An external nib is to be attached to the pen. It has ink soaking channels. Every time you use it, you dip it into the ink pot before drawing.
The oblique pen is named so due to their appearance. The nib is slightly turned towards the left. The oblique nib helps to create correct angles and write effortlessly. It has an ink pad to fill in the ink.

Straight pens are exclusive to some patterns as Amy and beth. They are useful to draw thin lies but it can get difficult to get angles as all patterns are towards 55-degree angle. It also cannot be used to draw a thicker line and can form difficulties while creating right angles due to its structure and the way of holding. It is good for a beginner, but when you start moving up they are not preferred. Oblique pens are made up of wood handles and the nib is attached parallel to the pen at a slant degree. Due to its slant angle of the nib, it makes it easy for you to hold the angle and create the perfect angles and strokes. It also makes it effortless to draw the patterns. It allows you to draw thick and clear words which help make it look neat and clean. It is the best pen used for calligraphy. Even beginners can start with this pen. It is easily available too.

One feature which distinguishes the two pens is the amount of ink flow regulated by both - as with the dip pens the ink flow is quick and the pen dries quickly and with constant dipping in ink can spoil the pattern of letters. Whereas the oblique pen has a slow ink flow and consistent word patterns which looks neat and consistent throughout!

Considering the above points, it is safe to say that oblique pens are the best to choose for calligraphy users.

Friday, 3 March 2023

Healing with Mandala Art Therapy

Mandala is the Sanskrit for Circle or Completion, where one makes mandala a window for self-examination inside. Mandala art is a vessel for allowing thought, and the process of creation is a form of meditation Exercises that relieve stress are quick and easy to do and can be used as a focus for continuous meditation. The mandala is a symbol of the universe and gives us the feeling of being part of it as we have it. Our internal communication and is used for understanding, healing, and self-expression in circular structures, reflecting the wholeness of the person creating it.

Nature creating the mandala is a healing and symbolic way. The shapes and colors you create in your MandalaArt will show your inner identity at the time of creation. Your natural state and attitude should encourage and guide you through the creative process. Eventually, you will be creating your own image just as you are when you create a mandala.

Therefore, whatever you feel at that moment, whatever feelings come your way, will be represented in your mandala art therapy. Like most art therapies, it’s not about the final product… it’s about the journey. When you get to your destination, you will have a representation of something that makes sense to you and your image for a short time in the time expressed by your mandala.

Mandala are sacred pieces of art used to awaken healing, spiritual growth and meditation.The word Mandala means 'sacred circle' and is derived from the word 'mandra' which means 'vessel of greatness'. This circle or 'vessel of the essence' is said to represent perfection, health, communication, unity, harmony and life cycle. It is also said to symbolize unity with life.

Mandala also contains geometric patterns that reflect and represent Global Geometry. They usually have a focal point in the center known as the seed and the beginning of the construction of Mandala and all life.

The traditional Buddhist Mandala includes four quadrants that are said to represent loving-kindness, compassion, compassion and equality.These quadrants are also decorated with colors - white, yellow, red, green and blue which are said to cure the soul.

White: Heals ignorance and transforms it into acceptance, purity and wisdom.

Yellow: Heals pride and transforms it into unity, compassion and abundance.

Red: Heals attachment and fear and turns it into confidence, freedom and power.

Green: Heals jealousy and transforms it into unconditional love, understanding and accomplishment.

Blue: Heals anger and transforms it into your sign, your self-expression, and your sense of humor.

Coloring your Mandala, using whatever medium you desire such as paints, crayons, watercolors etc. Focus on your intention and remain open to the healing you may receive.

The Magic Of Art Therapy

The outbreak of the novel Coronavirus the Covid-19 has wrecked our lifestyle. The guidelines issued by authorities has changed the way we learn, work & interact with people. Our everyday lifestyle has evolved. It’s the year 2021, almost a year after the outbreak and we are still facing the aftermath of it. While the services are slowly resuming, the one thing that remained constant is the “STRESS”. When things were normal, we used to stress about the commute, project deadlines, cleaning and organization of our homes, etc. and now we are stressed about Internet connection, background noises, etc. Many of us believed that implementation of the Work from Home (WFH) Policy will prove to be a boon & improve the situation thereafter, but instead, the WFH has triggered more stress and mental health has taken a toll. The external factors are out of control, but what lies in our hands is the way we deal with them. Art therapy works magic when dealing with stressful situations. It helps people to communicate and express their thoughts through Painting, Drawing, Music, Poetry, etc. The purpose of Art Therapy is to create a safe outlet to let go of your feelings and fear. The process is not to judge how well you are doing or what you have achieved, it is to make sure that you feel at ease, and have a sense of control over your physical & mental well-being. The benefits of Art Therapy are as follows:

1. It boosts self-esteem - Often when we feel pressured by something, it results into anxiety because of which we may under perform in the tasks we are good at. Doodling, or painting helps to calm your mind, thereby boosting your confidence to ace the task.

2. Builds Self-Confidence Art helps to express yourself better, when you create a particular art, it gives you the feeling of accomplishment. The feeling of accomplishment boosts the self-confidence.

3. Relaxation for Mind & Body – Keeping oneself busy while creating an art helps to neglect the other toxic thoughts for a while. It gives your brain a break from the usual thoughts & combats the negative mood.

4. It improves focus – It has been evident that training in Arts (Drawing, Dance, Music) boosts your retention power. It enhances your brain function thereby strengthening your attention span.

5. Increases Empathy – The elements of art such as its vivid and vibrant colors, textures, the main subject of art stimulate our emotional quotient making us more empathetic. The application of Art

Therapy is not restricted to only adults, it is also useful for kids who seem to be nervous when working on school projects, for a child with special needs (Autism), it creates a safe outlet for their emotions and expression to float freely without being judgmental. It calms the chaos and gives them the vision to look at their life from a different perspective. As Stephen Sondheim has rightly quoted, 'Art, in itself, is an attempt to bring order out of chaos.

' Penkraft conducts classes, course, online courses, live courses, workshops, teachers' training & online teachers' training in Handwriting Improvement, Calligraphy, Abacus Maths, Vedic Maths, Phonics and various Craft & Artforms - Madhubani, Mandala, Warli, Gond, Lippan Art, Kalighat, Kalamkari, Pichwai, Cheriyal, Kerala Mural, Pattachitra, Tanjore Painting, One Stroke Painting, Decoupage, Image Transfer, Resin Art, Fluid Art, Alcohol Ink Art, Pop Art, Knife Painting, Scandinavian Art, Water Colors, Coffee Painting, Pencil Shading, Resin Art Advanced etc. at pan-India locations. With our mission to inspire, educate, empower & uplift people through our endeavours, we have trained & operationally supported (and continue to support) 1500+ home-makers to become Penkraft Certified Teachers? in various disciplines.

Monday, 27 February 2023

Scandinavian art – its origin, nuances, and the recent surge in its popularity

Clean, basic lines, minimalism, and functionality are the hallmarks of Scandinavian Art. A nature touch, refined detail, thin, light, and transparent designs are some of Scandinavian Art’s Styles. Scandinavian Art is one of the popular modern art forms. It is a nordic style that is also known as scandi.

Scandinavian art is simple, with clean lines and bright colors. This art emerged alongside the Modernist revolution in Europe and America. The word Scandinavian Art emerged in the 1950s. According to a survey, there was functionalism in Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, and Danish Art Styles. While popular in Europe Scandinavian Art got fame in North America
too. The exhibition showcased Nordic Art to the audience of the United States and Canada. Art styles have become very popular in Urban society. And people are liking it enormously and widely. Scandinavian Art releases a kind of happiness, calmness and gives peace to mind. Its simple design and colors make people attracted to it. Scandinavian art is so elegant and
beautiful and makes people happy with its outlook. The design itself has so modernity that people prefer this artform a lot and that is why it is very famous among modern art enthusiasts. Scandinavian art has little and simple natural elements such as trees birds, trees, animals
plants, and flowers. Scandinavian Art is not only about art, but it is also about designs such as interior designs and architect. It also includes furniture, Textile, and lighting. Its warm and clean theme and calming
nature is the reason why it is so popular in urban areas. It is full of life without any chaos. In the stressful world, Scandivnian art is one of the things that free everyday stress. Its interior designs create stress-free areas and provide relief and peace. Scandinavian Art now has become one of the of modern-day life’s parts

Penkraft conducts classes, course, online courses, live courses, workshops, teachers' training & online teachers' training in Handwriting Improvement, Calligraphy, Abacus Maths, Vedic Maths, Phonics and various Craft & Artforms - Madhubani, Mandala, Warli, Gond, Lippan Art, Kalighat, Kalamkari, Pichwai, Cheriyal, Kerala Mural, Pattachitra, Tanjore Painting, One Stroke Painting, Decoupage, Image Transfer, Resin Art, Fluid Art, Alcohol Ink Art, Pop Art, Knife Painting, Scandinavian Art, Water Colors, Coffee Painting, Pencil Shading, Resin Art Advanced etc. at pan-India locations. With our mission to inspire, educate, empower & uplift people through our endeavours, we have trained & operationally supported (and continue to support) 1500+ home-makers to become Penkraft Certified Teachers? in various disciplines.    

Friday, 20 September 2019

What are the origins of Gond Art?

Gond Art is a folk & tribal art form practiced by arguably the largest tribe in Central India. The art form today is expanding many new horizons and has acquired a cult following in Indian art conoisseurs. The tribes involved in this art form predominantly hail from Madhya Pradesh and parts of Chattisgarh, Odisha, Andhra, Telengana & Maharashtra. Although we mainly associate it with these pockets but this art form with time has acquired a pan-Indian appeal and enhances the rich heritage India takes pride in. Let us discuss how this rich tradition grew.

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Why is Madhubani Art so trendy?

The age of post-modernization is not just definitive of rapid technological advancement, but also a revival of the rich ancient past. One of the most influential and distinctive art forms to have ever emerged out of India undoubtedly is Madhubani painting. Mostly associated with regions around Nepal, Bihar and the Mithila region, it is also known as Mithila Art. Madhubani Art often makes use of unique characteristics of complex geometrical patterns. This is so integral to people’s lifestyle who practice it, that women decorate their house walls and doors with this art so as to seek the blessings of God for peace and prosperity.

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Why do people go gaga over art inspired items?

Art is the source of magic in the material world. Art is what makes even the commonest thing look the most beautiful, therefore, it is likely that people have a fondness for art in general and anything that has rich elements of art in specific. Items of daily use and luxury items that we in the modern age use are mainly of the same mould that you would find in your neighbour’s house. In such a case, the only thing that makes you stand out is the incorporation of art. Do we all not know how tea-pot looks or what purpose does it serve, then what makes us buy a new tea-pot every now and then? Yes, it is either the design or the print or the unique motif it has got etched on its surface. This viewpoint holds true for almost every art inspired item. You don’t just buy the item, you buy a piece of art with you that you get to show off. Let us see what are the aspects that make art inspired items stand out.

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