Art Forms

A Brief History of Pyrography: The Origins and Evolution

When people make art using wood and fire, the result is pyrography or pyrogravure. This ancient art form is also called pokerwork, and archaeologists have found pieces that date back to prehistoric times.  While the art form began in prehistoric times, inventors developed useful tools. Pyrography machines sparked an interest in the art that men, …

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Pyrography Pen vs. Soldering Iron: Uses and Differences

If you’re considering picking up wood burning as a hobby, you must start with the right tools for the job. One of the most common considerations for new wood-burning enthusiasts is whether a soldering iron makes a reliable replacement for a specialty pyrography tool, as both are pen-shaped implements with a heating element and precision …

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Monotype Prints: Definition, Process, Artwork

Do you know what monotype printmaking is? It’s a fascinating art form that has been practiced for many years. It’s all about hand-drawing images on a printing surface that can never be precisely duplicated to produce one-of-a-kind works of art. With the development of new materials, this technique has advanced significantly, and artists and printmakers …

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