Repainting paintings

8 things you can do with 'failed' paintings - Tara Leaver

Learn how to create more realistic paintings with these (actionable) realism painting tips, that you can begin applying to your own paintings right away!

Going thrift shopping is always an adventure. You never know what you might find while digging through a bargain bin of shoes or a barrel full of backpacks and belts. If you’re lucky, you might even stumble upon a piece of artwork that’s worth displaying in your home. And even if you don’t think any of the pieces are up to par yet, you might be able to give a painting new life by adding your own flair to it.

With the advent of modern communications technology, the art of letter writing has fallen by the wayside. Framing and displaying a vintage letter is a beautiful tribute. Or perhaps the letter you wish to frame is a modern tiding of inspiration or good fortune. Either way it will be a unique addition to your home decor.

We know how much you love art, illustrations, and paintings, dear Pandas, so we’ve got a treat in store for you today. Say hello to the ‘Repaintings’ subreddit where people from all over the internet share their imaginative creations.

20+ thrift store painting makeover ideas to upcycle old art. Suggestions with tutorials and inspiration for ways to alter thrift art.

How to paint realism. An introduction to the key factors for realistic painting, including precision in drawing from observation, brightness values, contrast, edges, transitions, color temperature, colors and saturation.

upcycled thrift store art

Going thrift shopping is always an adventure. You never know what you might find while digging through a bargain bin of shoes or a barrel full of backpacks and belts. If you’re lucky, you might even stumble upon a piece of artwork that’s worth displaying in your home. And even if you don’t think any of the pieces are up to par yet, you might be able to give a painting new life by adding your own flair to it.