May 18

Backgrounds

Some Types of Background
None added
Vignetted
Simple and plain
More detailed
Background as the main subject

How to Choose the Best Background for Your Artwork

May 11

Smart History

Smarthistory is a non-profit collaboration that brings art's global history to everyone.
 I just found this site and think it's a great resource. There are videos about individual artists and/or painting that highlight the different periods and movements of art history.
SmartHistory