ARTicles

GREEN ART: An introduction | Part II
15 January 2013
In Part II, environmental artist Janet Botes explores 'Green Art' in the context of Found Object Assemblage, Installation Art, Land Art and New Media Art.
GREEN ART: An introduction | Part I
9 December 2012
Janet Botes is an artist who aims to inspire change and respect towards all living things and Mother Earth - preserving biodiversity and a heritage for future generations. In the first of a two-part series, Janet introduces us to environmental art and the materials used to create 'green art'.
Buy Art, Even If It's Not Much Of An Investment
19 September 2012
THE art market survived — and thrived — during and after the financial crisis of 2008, leading many investors to consider adding art to their portfolio. With bankrupt governments implementing financial repression, competing assets yield little or nothing. Art indices are cropping up with invariably upward sloping lines and financial advisory firms suggest art possesses "wealth preservation qualities".
Appreciating What Is Good
6 November 2011
In the early 1970s Fred Scott started collecting art. He discusses the ongoing conflation of the words "Collecting" and "Investing", and what exactly distinguishes them.
Contemporary Botanical Painting
27 October 2011
Botanical artist Sally Arnold writes about the importance of botanical art in the world today....
Who Wants To Be A Curator?
7 October 2011
Janet Ranson writes for StateoftheArt on the complexities of becoming an art curator.
Sensuous Art Of Winemaking
21 April 2011
Wineries create a space that stimulates the senses and encourages a broader enjoyment of sensory pleasures, including their art collections. Source: Mail and Guardian 21 Apr 2011 00:00 - Tim James
The Fine Art Of Investing
18 December 2010
Picking out future stars before they are a’name’ can be lucrative – art school degree shows are ripe for discovering new talent and buying more affordable work.
How To Frame Your Print
31 August 2010
Hints and tips for framing your photogaphic print (digital C-print) or Limited Edition print.
Simple Rules For Displaying Art
10 August 2010
Group the artworks into clusters of two or three. Odd numbered groups suggest a focal point while even numbered groupings exude a calming and organised effect......
Looking Into The Future: The Potential Of Your Graduate Exhibition
15 July 2010
Despite these recession-hit times people are still buying art work from graduates in the hope of spotting the next William Kentridge. Your graduate exhibition is the opportunity to present your degree collection and introduce yourself as an artist. It is the launch-pad of your career and a celebration of your achievements to date.
How To Pick The Perfect Picture
15 July 2010
RETAIL therapy is all too common, but have you ever felt the same need to splash out on art? StateoftheArt.co.za shares some invaluable tips on choosing your perfect artwork ....