Archive for November, 2008
Does it seem like the person you’re shopping for has everything? Having trouble finding that perfect gift, or any gift they would enjoy? Consider this unique, personalized gift you won’t find in any store; a custom sculpture. There are a number of artisans who make custom sculptures shaped to look like a specific person. These gifts are sure to be a delightful surprise, and become a treasured heirloom for their owner.
Sculpture artisans are difficult to find in the yellow pages, but a search online will yield several who are happy to model a personalized sculpture after a person, place, or object of your choosing.
When children are young, in addition to math, reading, science, and social interaction, it’s important to introduce them to art. When a child finds a calling in art, it can lead to a lifelong fulfilling career, or just a fun part time hobby. Here are a few enjoyable activities sure to spark your child’s creativity.
- Clay Sculpture – clay is a safe, non-toxic substance that is sure to inspire your children to create their own original figurines and objects.
- Painting – give them a brush and watch them go, after a while they’ll start to paint shapes rather than just smears!
- Crayons and Coloring Books – filling inside the lines might not seem all that creative, but given time it can lead to a desire to design original creations.