How to Paint Wall Murals : Fresco Painting for a Wall Mural

Posted by admin on March 5th, 2010 and filed under wall borders | 4 Comments »

History of fresco wall mural painting and about the style and how it has impacted the art of wall murals; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.

Expert: Ian Loveall
Bio: Ian Loveall is a professional artist who studied with Deborah Kunic and Jay Wegter. He teaches private drawing classes and paints murals in California.
Filmmaker: Louis Nathan

Duration : 0:2:50

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Brook Hills Estates Home with Breathtaking Views

Posted by admin on March 2nd, 2010 and filed under wallpaper borders | No Comments »

1966 Katie Court, Fallbrook, CA 92028
Louie Ortiz
http://www.LouieOrtiz.com
Please visit the Property website www.1966KatieCourt.com – For more information or showing instructions, call assistant Arri at (858) 342-7707. Tremendous value for this amazing estate home in the gated community of Brook Hills Estates with breath taking top of the hill views on over 2 acres. This home boasts amenities incl. custom tiles, hardwood floors, granite kitchen with stainless steel appliances and cherry cabinets, custom window treatments, formal dining with 15′ ceiling and fireplace, RV parking with 50am hookups, detailed hardscape including rock waterfall, private master suite and more. Interior Features include: Walls+Baseboards cust. Painted, Harris-Tarkett Wood Flooring, "Reflections in Time" Pattern, Entry Ceramic Tiles, Upgraded Carpet, Upgraded Cherry Cabinetry in Kitchen, Bathrooms, Laundry Room; Windows+Casings Wood Trimmed, Tinted Windows in Master BR, Living Room; Library+Door Tinted; Pin Lights in All Niches in Entry Hall; Motion Detector Security System; Living Room: Cherry Wood-Stained Vaulted Beamed Ceiling, cust. Drapes, Travertine Tile Fireplace, Cherry Wood
Full Wall Unit Built-In, Theater Sound System With Ceiling Speakers; Dining Room: Beams With Corbels, Fireplace, Marble Tile On Fireplace, Gas Log, Drapes; Library: Barn-Beamed Ceiling, cust. Shutters, TV Outlet; Family Room: Built-In TV Wall Unit, 2 Ceiling Speakers, cust. Shutters; Kitchen: Granite Counter Tops+Backsplash, Ceramic Tile Floor+Fireplace, Gas Fire Log, Thermador Stainless Steel 6-Burner Cook Top with Griddle, Cover, Warmer+Hood, Kitchen Aid Stainless Steel Gas/Convection Double Oven,
Built-In 2-Door Refrigerator With Cherry Wood Cabinet Door Panels, Microwave, Dishwasher with Cherry Wood Cabinet Panel, Trash Compactor, Upgraded Moen Kitchen Sink Faucets, TV Outlet; Powder Room: Granite Counter Top and cust. Tile Backsplash, Wood Inlaid Toilet Seat; Master BR: Crown Molding, 2 Built-In Cabinets+Shelves,
Wallpaper Border+Painted Ceiling Drapes; Master Bath: Italian Tile Countertops, Backsplash, Tub Surround, Spa Tub; Other BRs: Upgraded Tile Counter Top, Shower
Upgraded Light Fixture, Tub Walls Upgraded Light Fixture; Garage: Work Bench, Cabinets, Shelves, Racks; Ext. Features: RV Parking Pad With 50 Amp Service, RV Gate, Skate Mail Box With Storage, Electric Outlets All Around Eaves Of House+Electric Box In Front Yard, Center Planter For Christmas Lights. All information deemed accurate but not guaranteed, buyer to verify all info prior to the close of escrow.
MLS: 100012144
Price: $699,900 – $1,195,900
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3.5
Sq Feet: 3,639
Lot Size: 2.02 Acres
Year Built: 2000
# of Floors: 1
Garage Size: 4

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How to Paint Wall Murals : Create Shadow Source for Wall Mural

Posted by admin on February 24th, 2010 and filed under wall borders | 6 Comments »

How light also creates shadows and why they’re important for your wall mural painting; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.

Expert: Ian Loveall
Bio: Ian Loveall is a professional artist who studied with Deborah Kunic and Jay Wegter. He teaches private drawing classes and paints murals in California.
Filmmaker: Louis Nathan

Duration : 0:1:31

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Where’s the Security? San Diego’s Border Wall Part 1

Posted by admin on February 24th, 2010 and filed under wallpaper border | 19 Comments »

The most southwesterly point in the United States and most northwesterly point in Baja, California are very special but threatened by construction of an international border fence. The Tijuana Estuary is a transition zone between diverse plant and animal communities supporting 400 species of birds along with fish, amphibians, reptiles and mammals. The integrity of the estuary is threatened by the fence project. The archeological record shows that indigenous populations have been present here for the past ten to twelve thousand years. The Tijuana Estuary is the last tidal salt marsh in this region that has not been impacted by roads, railroads and other human activities. Because of this the United States Fish and Wildlife Service acquired the marsh and set it aside as the Tijuana Slough National Wildlife Refuge in 1980. In 1981 the estuary was site selected as a National Estuarine Research Reserve under the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, (NOAA). In February of 2005 it was designated as a wetland of international importance under the Ramsar Convention. The ecological concerns about construction of three fences brought the public, environmental community, agencies and elected officials together to modify the design. . All attempts were blocked by the Border Patrol. In February 2004 the California Coastal Commission voted against the project. In February 2004 six environmental organizations filed a law suit against the border patrol hoping for a better project. On December 12th of 2005 this law suite was over turned by Judge Burns in San Diego, California. It is clear that any law that would impede the construction of the border fence will be overridden at the discretion of the Secretary of Homeland Security. The public has no recourse to modify the border fence project even if another design saves tax dollars and might be more effective. The constitutionality of process is questionable. This fence is emblematic of the politics of fear.

Dr. Michael McCoy, 8/11/08

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How to Paint Wall Murals : Composition Tips for a Wall Mural Painting

Posted by admin on January 30th, 2010 and filed under wall borders | 10 Comments »

How the organization of shapes in your mural will keep the viewer’s attention and using a value sketch; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.

Expert: Ian Loveall
Bio: Ian Loveall is a professional artist who studied with Deborah Kunic and Jay Wegter. He teaches private drawing classes and paints murals in California.
Filmmaker: Louis Nathan

Duration : 0:1:50

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How to Paint Wall Murals : How to Sketch Out a Wall Mural

Posted by admin on December 9th, 2009 and filed under wall borders | 10 Comments »

Planning your wall mural painting project by sketching it our on paper before you start; learn this and more in this free online painting video about wall murals taught by expert artist Ian Loveall.

Expert: Ian Loveall
Bio: Ian Loveall is a professional artist who studied with Deborah Kunic and Jay Wegter. He teaches private drawing classes and paints murals in California.
Filmmaker: Louis Nathan

Duration : 0:1:31

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