A conversation with Carla Christina Contreras: Part 11

What advice do you have for aspiring photographers?

Take a beginning photography class in school – after that – decide what kind of camera and lenses you desire. Photography the MOST expensive artistic medium – go slowly when buying equipment – ask many questions. Intern with a professional if possible – the education will be invaluable.

Picture credit: "The Gathering"

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Cow Art and More blog selected for "top 100" list

The Cow Art and More blog has been selected as one of the "Top 100 Great Blogs for Art Students and Enthusiasts." Our blog is specifically mentioned in the nature category as "a blog connecting art to the natural world."

The list was compiled by"Online College," an online source for those going back to school. The site provides information about online college admissions, accreditation, student loans and aid. The site also help users select the best online college to meet their needs.

A conversation with Carla Christina Contreras: Part 10

What else do you do besides your art?

I am a working professional [tv and film] actor, an author of a children’s book titled, “Clint the Black Cat”. I am a muralist, and a canvas painter. I live to be creative every day – and pretty much am…

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Monday's agriculture website of interest: GARDENING ARTICLES

Today's agriculture focused website of interest to share with the group is a blog of "Gardening Articles". As much as I like being outside, I'm really not good with plants or gardens, but I'm always willing to learn. What I like most about the articles on this site is that they're geared towards people like me; people with small spaces, inexperience and not necessarily a lot of time. The site is maintained by the company "Mini Greenhouse Kits", which also sells greenhouse, gardening and compost accessories.

A conversation with Carla Christina Contreras: Part 9

What would you like to do more of in the future?

I would like to see my work in LARGE format prints – nothing less than a 30”x40” metallic C print – my favorite type of print. One of my goals is to have a prestigious exhibit in NYC someday – with lots of sales (of course).

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Friday's website of interest to art enthusiasts: FRAMING YOUR FINE ART

Who doesn't have questions when it comes to framing your fine art purchase? There are so many considerations: frame, mats, glass. The entire process can be overwhelming! Today's article to share with art enthusiasts is by Dr. Lori on Fine Art Framing. Dr. Lori is a nationally syndicated columnist and has a Ph.D. in art history. She has had multiple television appearances discussing art and its value. In this article, she discusses the different options and points everyone should consider when framing an art original or art print.

A conversation with Carla Christina Contreras: Part 8

Do you ever have goof ups or work you don’t like?

All the time! I have more goof ups now more than ever because I’m not afraid to make a mistake – I have discovered that making mistakes also helps me to explore, to learn more about myself and my equipment.

Photo credit: "Boots"

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