This is one of my most beloved pieces of art that I've seen in person. It's The Artist's Studio by Raoul Dufy. I first saw this painting at the Phoenix Art Museum in the Phillips Collection. The original oil canvas is a little under 4 x 5 feet. It was this huge colorful wall of happiness. Yes I'm one of those nerds that get emotionally moved by art... don't hate. So you could imagine my dismay when the ONLY print I could find was 8 x 10 inch print. I was sad. Very sad. What even made me sadder? The lame frame I had to buy because it wasn't even normal frame size and we were too poor for custom framing. I still love my print, still hate my frame.
Some obvious but not common advice, when you are spray painting something make sure you aren't spraying to close to the product or dilly dally in the same place for too long because it will bubble. Sweeping motions from about 6 to 12 inches away is best. It will take longer but look much better.
Awww... now I feel better.
