The traditional Chinese folk art of New Year painting, known as Nianhua in Chinese, dates back to the Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127), when it was customary to create colorful artworks depicting gods ...

The folk art paintings were simple, and applied dead center of the painting area. Composition was achieved through a series of stencils cut in such a way that no two areas were immediately next to ...

Elgin plans to hire folk artist Eric Dowdle to do a painting of the city, which will be turned into a puzzle and part of America's 250th anniversary celebration.

Many beautiful examples of folk art still are being created. Pottery, carvings, amateur paintings, quilts, samplers, hand-woven items and much more are important in keeping the folk art genre alive.

RIGHT: Jerry’s folk paintings, which sell for thousands of dollars each, are displayed for sale. View more of Anthony Zilis’ photos from his visit to Jerry Winters’ art gallery in Arthur at ...

Chances are, you’ve seen the work of local folk artist Kyle Brooks, who works under the pseudonym BlackCatTips. His ...

The artworks, stolen from an old town hall in the small coastal town of Medemblik in north Holland and valued at €100,000, have been returned to art detective Arthur Brand nearly 40 miles away ...

Sustainable art uses eco-friendly materials and leaves no toxins. Modern artists use natural, recyclable materials, following the ancient techniques of Indian folk art. Traditional Indian methods ...

So you say you want to explore a charming harbor spot with great shopping, beautiful hikes, and artists painting scenic ...

Linda Finch’s series of 14 folk art paintings depict the Sacandaga Valley through history, including the creation of the Great Sacandaga Lake.

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- A previously stolen portrait has been returned to Historic Richmond Town after 50 years. The painting, a portrait of notable Staten Islander and original daughter of the ...