Perform The Punisher Workout (Tom Jane'S Workout For That Movie)

Look like a Super Hero

Men's Health published Tom Jane's work out back when the Marvel movie 'the Punisher' came out but if you're looking for it now, you found it. This work out requires mucho determination and guts. Tom Jane performed this work out twice a day! Men's Health reported that "In 9 weeks, he went from 70- to 105-pound dumbbells in the chest press and raised his 10-repetition total in the leg press from 550 to 1,050 pounds,"

Tom Jane's workout involved lots of cardio, ab exercises and serious weight lifting. It was 4 days a week, Monday, Tuesday, rest Wednesday (you'll see why), Thursday, and Friday.

This is a very fast result work out but it requires a lot of work. For the normal person, you can do it just once a day. Hang in there and you'll be looking like a vigilante hero in no time.

Instructions

1. MONDAY - Chest and Biceps

Do four sets of ten:

Peck Decks

15-Degree-Incline dumbbell press

Barbell bench press

Dips

Barbell Curl

Dumbbell Curl

Reverse Bar Curl

2. TUESDAY - Legs!

Four sets of 10-15 reps:

Squats

Leg Extensions

Leg Press

Walking Lunges (just 3 long sets)

4 sets of 15:

Standing calf raise

Seated calf raise

3. THURSDAY - Triceps and Back (because leg days needs a day of rest)

(Sets) Vary, Reps 10-15:

Lat Pull-down (3)

Front Pull-down (3)

One-arm row (4)

Wide-grip seated row (3)

10 reps / (set):

Lying triceps extension (3)

Triceps pushdown (4)

V-bar triceps push down (3)

Reverse triceps extension (4)

4. FRIDAY - Shoulders and Hamstrings

10 reps / (set):

Dumbbell shrugs (4)

Barbell shrugs (2)

Dumbbell seated military press (4)

Lateral raise (3)

Front raise (3)

Reverse Fly (3)

Lying hamstring curl (3)

One-leg Hamstring curl (3)

Straight-leg deadlift (4)

--- rest for Monday......

5. CARDIO - After every work out, Jane did 5 min warm up, 30-50 min of cardio, then 5 min warm down. He also did 4-8 sets of 40-120 ab workouts...... if you're crazy, go for it. Otherwise, twice a week works great. Aim for Monday (before leg day) and Thursday (before hamstring day).

6. DIET - Protein!

Jane reported in MH that he ate pretty much only protein and lots of it. He ate nearly eight times a day, avoiding chicken and fruit and sugar. While he thought it was boring, it's tough to argue with the results. Watch the Punisher again if you need motivation, especially the beach scene. ... yikes.

Qualities Recently Medieval Works of art

Late Gothic art refers to the period between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, around the 13th and 14th centuries. By the 16th century, late Gothic art had virtually vanished. Many of the paintings were depictions of scenes described in the Bible. The role of the Virgin Mary as a connection between God and humanity was frequently visited.

Coloring

Siena-born Neroccio dei Landi is a noted late Gothic artist who was credited for his delicate coloring. He advocated the Sienese style of Gothic art, which was an elegant style of painting that featured people who appeared to be deep in thought and had milky complexions. The milky theme continued in the objects in each piece of art. Another practitioner of the Sienese style was Duccio di Buoninsegna, who mainly created paintings with a religious theme.

Canvases

Gothic art was featured as massive paintings on walls and glass; altarpieces were often used as well. The art produced a manuscript illumination, which is the inclusion of text and pictures to create a united composition. These were produced for courts and lay schools. The "Pieta of Villeneuve-les-Avignon" is an oil painting that stands out as an original piece in this form, meant to convey human expression. The painting now hangs in the Louvre in Paris.

Elements

In order to mix pigments, late Gothic artists used egg or glue that was extracted from animal bones. Oil was also used to bring colors together; it was introduced in the 15th century, as late Gothic art continued to evolve. At that time, the art began to include analysis of the human figure and the relationship between light and color. The artists conveyed emotion through facial expressions and color.

Appearances

Italian Gothic art appeared in Italy during the 13th century before extending throughout Europe in the 14th century. A 13th-century Italian art school called Tuscan developed a style that led to the creation of a Christ theme, which sometimes featured a wavy Jesus nailed to the cross.

Write The Sunday Paper Article

Write a Magazine Article

A writer explores a subject he is interested in, then queries a magazine that may be interested in that topic. At first, the writer has to ask magazines for work, but eventually the magazines may start doing the asking. Following are steps to begin writing magazine articles.

Instructions

1. Read the magazines you want to write for. You will need to write the same kinds of articles if you want to get published in them.

2. Get the writers guidelines for each magazine. Check the masthead; often there is a website for the publication and you can find writers guidelines there. If not, write a short letter to the publication asking for them. Be sure to include a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

3. Send the magazine a query letter if they request one. The purpose of a query letter is to tell the editor about the article you want to write and ask if the magazine wants to publish it. Research books on magazine writing to learn effective query techniques.

4. Mail or email out more than one query letter about the same article if you want to, but never send out more than one copy of a finished article. Few things annoy editors more than taking the time and trouble to read your article and offering to buy it only to find you've sold it to another publication. On the other hand, more than one magazine may buy different kinds of articles on the same subject.

5. Research your article. This isn't as easy as it sounds. Some writers can't seem to stop researching and actually write the article. Remember that you don't have to know all that there is to know about your topic.

6. Write your article. Then rewrite it. Make it the best article you can.

7. Turn your article in on time. Nothing you do is more important than this. If you want to see your article published, and if you want to want to work for the same magazine again, make sure you meet your deadline.

Plan Contemporary Worship

Whether it is a Mariachi mass, a jazz band or singing joyous music, contemporary reverence is part of today's worship services. Going to church or synagogue is not a passive activity. Many people, once turned off, are coming back because of new styles of worship that involves guitars, drums, and lots of great music. People of all ages attend blended worship services where PowerPoint presentations on overhead screens replace hymnals.

Instructions

Plan Contemporary Worship

1. A planning committee decides a time and place for the first service. Some folks begin on Saturday evening while others find a time during the Sunday school hour on Sunday morning works best. Whatever time chosen most likely gets changed as the service begins. Every congregation has a magic time that works best for the congregants. DO NOT PUT OFF THIS DECISION. Make that time and place decision and move forward.

2. Put a call forth for musicians. They are hiding in the congregation. It may be the sitting district judge and the 45 year old plant manager of the local manufacturing plant. The drummer works for the city and the two vocalists are professors at the community college. The contemporary band is waiting to emerge. If they DO NOT come forth immediately, get recorded music from the Christian music store to use for six months.

3. Publicize the contemporary service every week for six weeks before it begins and make it a recruitment tool for new members. Name it in every bulletin and newsletter. Talk about it in every worship service. Put a banner outside the church to encourage others to attend. Place a story in the local newspaper and a public service announcement (PSA) on the radio stations. Promote the service as casual. Encourage congregants to view the service as a different kind of worship.

4. The planning committee serves are greeters and plan the service with the pastor. Copy the songs to be sung either on the worship service bulletin or on a song sheet. The church or a congregant owns a laptop computer with a Dell 1201MP Projector. Use it to put the lyrics on the wall or a screen.

5. As the service begins, have music playing and people greeting at every entrance with a detailed AGENDA (morning program or bulletin). Make the first and every service a grand and glorious event. Provide easily available coffee (or water) and cookies. Make sure people know they can eat during the service. The top five songs:

1 Give Thanks

2 How Great Is Our God

3 Forever

4 Blessed Be Your Name

5 Amazing Grace/My Chains Are Gone (tie)

6. The order of worship follows the tradition of your church. Many people shorten it to FORTY-FIVE minutes. Ministers often condense their morning messages. Try printing the words to the songs in the programs (morning bulletins) and using PowerPoint. Take a survey after five weeks and ask the contemporary worship committee and congregants what they like best.

7. After the service, stay around and greet each other until the last person leaves the building. Keep the food flowing.

Advantages Of Canvas Material

Canvas is a term applied to a textile that is typically made with what is referred to as a plain weave. Historically, it was produced with hemp or linen. In the modern era, canvas production usually employs cotton, hence the alternate term for canvas: cotton duck. Canvas is used in a wide variety of applications, from ship sails to handbags. For artists, and painters especially, properly prepared canvases made of both linen and cotton remains a first choice of surface because of a number of benefits.

Durability

Relative to other cloth fibers, canvas is an exceptionally durable material, capable of withstanding a degree of force that would rip other materials. It also stands the test of time better than most other cloth materials.

Texture

Modern canvases have an innate texture, due to the manufacturing process, that no other surfaces possesses. Astute artists can take utilize this texture during the painting process.

Flexibility

Even though canvas is usually prepared as a flat surface, it is flexible enough to be transported rolled in a tube, even after the surface has been painted.

Availability

Canvas is widely available in both specialty art stores and at non-art retail stores, making it an easy surface to acquire and use.

Technique

Painting techniques can be imported or exported to a variety of surfaces, but for the classically trained painter, the techniques of painting are based on the use of canvas as the surface. To use other surfaces risks unforeseeable complications to the process.

Plan A Vacation To The Louvre

Putting the Louvre in Paris was poor planning. Is there not enough to

see in Paris without the world's most fabulous museum, too? And the

Louvre is huge and demanding, so have a solid game plan in place.

Instructions

1. Plan your trip carefully. Forget August. Every French person and most of their German, Italian and British relatives are on vacation then and will be in line ahead of you.

2. Take the Metro. It travels from downtown Paris to the Louvre. Consult your hotel concierge for times and stations.

3. Get advance tickets through TicketNet.com or TicketWeb.com and arrive early in the day for your best chance for a light crowd. Advance ticket holders bypass the long lines at the on-site ticket booths and go straight to the entrance.

4. Obtain a printed museum guide. A bookstore that sells travel literature should have one. Study the guide and identify the items you definitely want to see. Wandering about the museum might be relaxing and rewarding, but you will definitely miss something.

5. Rent an audio player for an low-key guided tour at your pace.

6. Review the major collections. You probably can't see them all, so focus on your favorites, including of course Da Vinci's Mona Lisa. In addition to famous European paintings, there are exhibits of Oriental art, Greek relics, and sculpture. Study as much history and background in advance for a truly memorable visit.

7. Check online (www.louvre.fr/louvrea.htm) to verify which exhibits are open. Different segments of the museum have different schedules, and timing the openings and closings is complicated.

8. Bring a lunch. Food is expensive and most spots will be crowded.

Take Part In The "What'S My Job" Game In Improv

The "What's My Job?" improvisational theater game is both entertaining for those watching, and fun for those involved.

Instructions

Whose Job is it Anyway?

1. This is an enjoyable improv game made popular by short form improv groups across the country, and the British TV import, "Whose Line is it Anyway." The premise of the game is simple: one person is the party host, and arriving at the party are three or four of this person's closest friends. The only catch is, the host's friends all have very specific and idiosyncratic occupations that the party host must guess in order to win the game.

2. Have a third party write names of the occupations on folded slips of paper, then distribute them to the party guests. Great occupations for this game might include "Queen of England," "a ditch digger," or "air traffic controller." Any job where specific behavior might be implied is perfect. It can even be off the wall and wacky, so long as the person playing the party host knows that you're going down that road. "man who thinks he's in a room that's filling with water," "a vampire," and "person who eats everything they see" are all perfect for this type of play.

3. Playing the host is fun, but make sure it's entertaining for the audience, too. Remember, you're not just trying to guess the occupations, but you're on stage playing a role. Don't come right out and say "Ah! You're a man who thinks he's in a room that's filling with water!" In a real situation, no one would say that. Instead, try "Phil, I know you think the room is filling with water, so why don't I show you the pool in the back. You'll feel more at home there."

4. If you are the guest, make sure your actions are believable, no matter how crazy the "occupation" is. If you are a woman who eats everything she sees, really act the way you think a woman who eats everything she sees would act. You obviously cannot come in and say "Hello Peter. I'm a vampire." But you can slide in to the room stealthily, flash a devilish grin, and eye your host's neck ravenously as you talk to him.

5. Have fun! It's a game, but remember the audience won't enjoy it unless you are too!

Colombian Nightclubs In Maryland

Many of Maryland's Latino residents immigrated from Colombia and South America.

Maryland is a vibrant state filled with diverse cultures, a rich Latin heritage and an active nightlife. An assortment of Colombian and Latin-themed clubs exist in the Old Line State. Many of these clubs feature full bar and celebrate Latino culture through music, dance and celebrations that last late into the night.

Havana Club Baltimore

Located in the heart of Baltimore, the Havana Club is a members only Latin club that caters to upscale guests. The club offers an extensive wine list and authentic cigars imported from Cuba and Central America. Latin music is played throughout the club courtesy of a state-of-the-art sound system and the Havana Club's high-tech lighting system complements its dance floor. All guests must apply for membership and the yearly cost for individual membership is $1000, as of February 2011.

The 13th Floor

Located in central Baltimore's club district, the 13th Floor is open to guests 18 and up. The club features live Latin music and salsa dancing courtesy of local bands such as Big Dave and Richie Rich in addition to a fully stocked bar featuring an assortment of foreign and domestic beers on tap. The 13th Floor holds happy hour every Wednesday through Friday and offers a variety of authentic Latin and American bar foods such as stuffed jalapeno peppers, cheeseburgers and chicken. As of February, 2011, there was a $5 cover charge required to enter.

The Latin Palace

Featuring local Latin bands such as Mi Salsa Se Respeta and two separate dance floors, downtown Baltimore's Latin Palace offers a place to dance the night away. The Latin Place is open to guests 18 and up and offers an extensive Latin food menu featuring Cuban sandwiches, Colombian specialties such as ceviche and black bean soup. The bar offers homemade sangria drinks in addition to its house wines and Champagne selection. The Latin Palace is also available for private party rental and can accommodate up to 1,200 guests.

La Palapa Grill and Cantina

Located in Elliot City, La Palapa Grill and Cantina is a casual bar and grill that features a traditional Latin theme. Featuring a dance floor and live music, guests can dance the night away to the sounds of their favorite Latin tunes. A dance instructor is on site to provide merengue, reggaton, punta, cumbia, bachata and salsa lessons and dance contests are held each week. In addition to its music, La Palapa Grill and Cantina features a diverse menu of authentic Latin foods including quesadillas, chili con queso and carne asada and boasts a stocked bar that offers an assortment of beers, wines and mixed drinks.

Make Use Of The Raw Mode On The Canon G9

RAW images are more versatile during processing, but require more camera resources when shooting.

RAW is an image file format that produces the exact output of the camera's sensor into the picture file. Other standard formats, like JPEG, use compression to reduce the file size of the image and reduce the time requirements between shots. RAW files are generally larger and take more time to process, but offer greater control when adjusting the image in post-processing. Once the RAW setting is selected on the G9, using the camera is used exactly the same as normal.

Instructions

1. Turn on the camera and enable the menu options on the LCD display by pressing the "Set" button.

2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to navigate to the "L" menu item, then use the left and right arrow buttons to the "RAW" option. Press the Set button to apply the changes.

3. Aim the camera at the subject and press the shutter button to record in RAW. To change back to standard JPEG, repeat the steps above, but select "L" instead of "RAW".

Fresh paint Grasscloth Wallpaper

Prepare the wallpaper with two coats of flat latex paint.

Grasscloth wallpaper is composed of woven fabric made with grass and vegetable fibers. Dull, uneven spots tend to appear throughout the finish when inexperienced painters try to paint this material. Because grasscloth wallpaper is loosely woven, it tends to absorb large amounts of paint. This leads to uneven absorption and unattractive results. Learn the proper way to paint your grasscloth wallpaper, or the finish will dry unevenly.

Instructions

1. Inject glue into bubbling areas of the grasscloth wallpaper, using a glue syringe. Smooth each bubbling area, pressing it firmly against the wall for 20 seconds. Allow the glue to dry for one hour.

2. Wipe the grasscloth wallpaper down, using a damp sponge. This will eliminate dust that would discourage paint adhesion. Let the wallpaper dry for one hour.

3. Tape any areas near enough to the grasscloth wallpaper to need protection. Position drop cloths below the wallpaper.

4. Apply two coats of flat latex paint to the grasscloth wallpaper, using a roller. Move the roller vertically across the wallpaper, proceeding left to right. Allow the first coat of flat paint to dry for two hours before applying the second. Use a paintbrush to prime areas of the grasscloth wallpaper that are inaccessible to the roller. Let the wallpaper dry for two hours.

5. Clean the roller by washing it.

6. Apply the finish coat to the grasscloth wallpaper, using the same method used to prime it. Satin latex paint will provide the most attractive result.

Plan A Way Show

You don't need a supermodel to pull off a fabulous fashion show.

A fashion show, whether for a charity event, a child's slumber party or an adult gathering, is a thrilling affair that appeals to the fashionista in everyone. However, it's an undertaking that will require coordination and proper preparation. But with proper planning, you can put together a fashion show that will have everyone in the audience rethinking the clothes in their own closets.

Instructions

1. Select a location for your event. If you're hosting the fashion show for charity, call upon local businesses to donate an area to hold the show. Check the potential location for an appropriate area for a runway setup and an area for the models to congregate and get ready for the show. A runway can be as elaborate as a fully built dais or as simple as a hallway in your home.

2. Decide what types of clothing you will feature and whether you will be focusing on a specific designer, season or even age group. If you're hosting a charity event, contact local retailers and explain the purpose of your event. They will often donate clothes to be worn in the show in exchange for some form of advertising for their establishment. If you're hosting a home fashion show, the clothes could be as simple as things chosen from the closet or favorites that guests bring with them. Don't forget to include coordinating shoes and accessories for each of your ensembles.

3. Cast models for the fashion show. Remember to choose models that your audience will identify with. If your show is geared toward a group of stay-at-home moms, the show should be chock full of models of all shapes, sizes and ethnicities. If you're having a fashion show at your home with a group of friends, let attendees live out their "Project Runway" fantasies and serve as models.

4. Select someone to act as an emcee for the show. Ensure the emcee has informational cards regarding the clothes that the models will be wearing, so that correct information regarding the garments can be conveyed to the audience. Include information such as the designer's name, colors available and style of the garment.

5. Ask other key personnel to participate in the show. You'll need hairstylists, makeup artists and backstage personnel to pull off a large event, while a home event requires nothing more than a group of friends looking to have a good time.

6. Market your event, if appropriate. If you're raising money for charity, you'll want to entice as many people as possible to attend. Create a slogan or theme, and create fliers describing your fashion show and where the money will be going. Hang them in store windows and create a website for maximum coverage. Enlist the help of ticket sellers in different areas for maximum sales potential.

7. Let the local paper know about the event; they will often send someone to cover the story or interview you about the show. This is great publicity for the show, so be sure to hype it as much as possible.

Plan A Dance Recital

Planning a dance recital requires organization. It is important to follow a time line and complete each task in time. Here are some steps to effectively plan a dance recital.

Instructions

1. Book a date well in advance. Visit performing arts centers or theaters in your area to find a place that works for your dance recital. Many theaters book up to a year in advance, so it is key to book early. Schedule both a rehearsal and recital date.

2. Order costumes about six months before your dance recital. Costume companies usually take months to send out costumes. You want to order early to have time to alter costumes if needed.

3. Choreograph dances for the recital. Make sure that the performers have plenty of time to practice before the event. Schedule additional rehearsals if needed.

4. Meet with the lighting and sound technicians before your recital. Go over specifics with them so they know what you want. Make a list of special lighting or sound requests.

5. Hire a photographer and videographer for your dance recital. Parents love to be able to buy photos and videos of their child's recital.

6. Print programs with each dance routine to pass out at the dance recital. Include the names of the performers in the program as well. Include information about your dance school in the program for those who may be interested in classes.

7. Hand out information to all of your dancers with details about the show. Let them know what time they need to be there and where to go upon arrival. The clearer you are in communicating, the better your dance recital goes.

Military Tattoo Ideas

Army tattoos aren't just for soldiers.

Soldiers frequently get military tattoos; there are also options for people who've never served. Soldiers often get tattoos to commemorate their time in the service or containing other military symbols and icons, while supporters get tattoos that recognize soldiers.

Symbols

The U.S. Army symbol is a white star bordered in black and gold against a black background and gold trim. Underneath the star are the words "U.S. Army." You can also get your rank or regiment number tattooed on your arm, upper back or chest. While not an official Army symbol, the bald eagle is popular with people in the Army. It's often combined with the American flag.

For Supporters

An American flag or yellow ribbon with the words "Support Our Troops" shows your support and admiration. If you have a relative going off to duty, you can have the date she departed for service, or to a war zone, included in the tattoo and later add the date she returns.

Memorial

Tattoos can be powerful memorials for people, places or events. A memorial Army tattoo can commemorate fallen loved ones or fellow soldiers with a meaningful message. You can also get tattoos memorializing wars in which the Army was triumphant. The name of a specific battle and a matching image also can work as an Army tattoo.

Plant A Bay Laurel Tree

Bay leaves are expensive at the market.

Anyone who enjoys cooking knows the culinary value of the aromatic foliage of the bay laurel tree (Laurus nobilis L.). The leaves are dried and sold next to the spices at the supermarket. Cooks use them to flavor soups, stews and other dishes. Bay laurel is a tree, native to the Mediterranean, that thrives in U.S. Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 8b to 11.

Instructions

1. Choose a sunny to partly shady location in which to plant the bay laurel. The soil in the area needs to be well-drained.

2. Dig a hole that is the same depth as the pot in which the bay laurel tree is growing, and twice the diameter. Use a pitchfork or gardening fork to scrape the inside walls of the hole to loosen them.

3. Place the bay laurel's rootball into the hole and cover them with soil. Fill the hole with water, allow it to drain and then fill with soil. Use your feet to lightly tamp the soil at the base of the tree.

4. Water the bay laurel until the water puddles at the base. Keep the soil moist at all times while the tree becomes established.

5. Spread a 3-inch layer of mulch over the soil, 6 inches from the tree's trunk, in a 1-foot radius around it.

Square Night Clubs In Fort Lauderdale

The Fort Lauderdale square dance community boasts very talented and experienced callers.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has a small but tight-knit square dance community that welcomes everyone regardless of age or ability. Events are held at nightspots and private parties throughout the year, and many clubs perform at local festivals and rodeos. Some of the clubs require a membership to be kept up-to-date about upcoming events and performances, but memberships are free and open to anyone who loves square dancing.

The Round Dance Council of Florida (RDCF)

The RDCF is the regional authority on square dancing. The South Florida branch is located in Fort Lauderdale, and presided over by council member Phyllis Kent. Parties and events are held in nightclubs and community centers throughout the Fort Lauderdale area. Visit the website for a calendar of upcoming events, and contact the council via mail or e-mail for membership information.

The Round Dance Council of Florida

Phyllis Kent

3309 SW 15th Street

Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312

954-587-7699

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e-mail: pkent@pinecrest.edu

The Southeast Florida Square and Round Dance Association (SFSDA)

An offshoot of the Florida Federation of Square Dancers, the SFSDA brings together local square dance groups from all areas of Florida to share the enthusiasm they have for the dance. Events typically include lessons and caller competitions, though the bragging rights only last until the next event. Based in West Palm Beach, about 42 miles north of Fort Lauderdale, the group has many of its get-togethers in the Fort Lauderdale area. Call or visit the website for membership information and upcoming events.

The Southeast Florida Square and Round Dance Association

1176-C Shibumy Circle

West Palm Beach, Florida 33415

Ray and Elsa Huddleston: 954-772-7771

floridasquaredance.com/southeast/southeast.html

The South Florida Mustangs

The South Florida Mustangs are a gay and lesbian square dancing club, although everyone is welcome. They are based in Fort Lauderdale, and all events are held in local nightclubs. Callers Chris Phillips and Andy Stone are regulars at the Gay Rodeo, and they are the face of square dancing in the Fort Lauderdale gay and lesbian community. Visit the website, or call for membership information. The group maintains an e-mail list at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/soflamustangs that notifies members about upcoming events.

The South Florida Mustangs

soflamustangs.com

954-525-8365

Davie Barn Dance

The Davie Barn Dance is held the second Saturday of every month in Davie, about six miles southwest of downtown Fort Lauderdale. Sponsored by the Davie Woman's Club and featuring music by Loose Shoes, the dance welcomes singles, couples, beginners and experienced square dancers. There's a potluck dinner at 6:30 p.m. before every dance, a dance lesson at 7:30 p.m. and dancing from 8 to 11 and later. A small donation is asked at admission to cover costs, and each attendee is asked to contribute to the potluck. Call or visit the website for more information.

Davie Barn Dance

6551 Orange Drive

Davie, Florida 33314

Contact Marty at 954-270-9764

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Enhance Your Watercolor Painting Abilities

A Little Busy, portrait of Kate's cat Busy by Robert A. Sloan

Anyone can learn to paint in watercolor, and the joy of being an absolute beginner is that you have nowhere to go but up. Watercolor isn't an easy medium, but it is cheaper to take on and generally less frustrating than oil painting, and that frees you to experiment, change styles frequently and start several projects simultaneously.

Instructions

1. Get the supplies that will make it easy to do a lot of small, quick watercolors without much fuss. A pocket set like the Sakura Koi 12-color pocket box, and a good waterbrush, are essential.

Buy or make a watercolor journal. You can make an inexpensive one with a cheap ring binder and a hole punch. Get sheets of 140-lb. watercolor paper, cut them down to fit in the binder and punch holes in them. You can add as many pages as you like. You'll use the journal to chart the colors in your watercolor set for quick reference and it will also act as a sketchbook.

2. Search YouTube for watercolor instruction videos; there are plenty of good ones. Find as many free instructional goodies as you can online and try the paintings in them. If you don't have exactly the same colors, use the closest ones. If you don't have exactly the same brush, improvise.

3. Get a good book on sumi-e, Japanese ink painting. Monochromatic sumi-e techniques will expand your skills in composition, in different kinds of strokes, in ways of seeing your subject and most of all, in being able to simplify a painting to make it more powerful. Sumi-e practice improves anyone's watercolor painting. Do some traditional Asian monochrome or simple multicolor paintings, paying attention to the white space and not covering the whole page. For this practice you can use pages of lighter weight --- 90-lb. student watercolor paper --- because you're not dealing with massive washes that can cockle.

4. Turn each stroke exercise into an actual painting. Start with one stroke and build on it to create whatever subject it suggests to you. This is a powerful inspirational tool even for the expert. It encourages you to start from scratch and paint from imagination, freeing yourself from strict realism and fear of failure.

5. Sketch and draw often. Learning to draw helps a painter develop good observational skills and understand the shapes, textures, values and other tricks involved in representational painting. Try sketching with watercolor pencils so that when you paint over the sketch, your lines are close to the colors you used and blend completely.

6. Paint every day if you can. Take your pocket set and a small watercolor pad to work and paint during your break. How often you paint, not how slow you paint, will determine how fast you progress.

On weekends or whenever you have more time, do several paintings at a time, spreading out the early stages to dry while you start another. To aid this, get three or four small watercolor blocks bound on all four edges, especially if you like painting outdoors.

7. Start a blog or use the blog you have to post your Daily Painting. There's nothing more encouraging at any level than posting your work online and getting comments. Even if you're a complete beginner, just doing daily painting and blogging it will help you progress.

8. Find a good art community like WetCanvas.com or DeviantART.com where you can post your art regularly for comments and critique. Make sure the forum you choose is a friendly one that encourages painters at your level -- WetCanvas is very good because beginners are welcome, and many professionals participate in the forums, teach classes and give tips. Also, many art sites post challenges and prompts with photo references to give you ideas.

9. Paint what you love. If you're into marine paintings, do lighthouses and seascapes. If you love animals, paint your favorite animal again and again, using different strokes and color schemes. If you like portraits, paint the people you love and sketch the people you meet. Your best paintings will always be the ones that mean something to you.

Pitch A Cartoon Television Show

Your cartoon can make a serious point through comedy.

There are a million ways to get a meeting in front of a television executive. You could have your agent submit a treatment (a synopsis) of your story or a sample script of your show. The executives love it and they want to meet with you. You could have a friend of a friend who introduced you to an executive or put a good word in for you. Either way, the meeting is more important than the introduction. When you tell them about your cartoon TV show idea, it has to be engaging, professional and well-thought-out.

Instructions

Preparation

1. Plan your pitch as if it were a stage performance. Know your audience and play to their likes and avoid their dislikes. Call up their secretary and try to get some tips from her.

2. Become an expert on animated television. Know all the characters, producers and writers that have already come before you. Use this knowledge to help build your confidence.

3. Build your pitch around your main character. Let the details about the main character and how they view the world paint the picture of the animated world you've created.

4. Practice giving your pitch to friends. Notice the time they start to tune out and give you a confused look.

5. Prepare a leave-behind. Be creative. You can leave behind a one-sheet, which is a sales document that explains the potential customer demographics and potential reach of the show. It can be a business card or whatever you feel is appropriate to remind the executives of your idea.

The Meeting

6. Start with the main character and her wants, desires and problems. Seamlessly flow into the animated world that you've created and the possibilities of multiple seasons without going too in-depth.

7. Explain the show's theme. Throw out ideas for two or three fully-thought-out shows to show the executives that your show has the potential for hundreds of episodes.

8. Present your artwork if you already have sketches of what the actual television show will look like. Only make it a point to show your artwork if it is decidedly different from anything else already on television. If not, just stick to explaining this world and its characters verbally to avoid pre-judgement.

9. Express your role in the show. Pick your strength as a writer, director, character designer, or producer. Let the executive know that's how you see yourself with this show.

10. Let your "leave-behind" do the rest. Leave a copy for each person present in your pitch meeting on the desk. Thank the executives for their time.

Draw Unique Flowers

Drawing a unique flower, or a flower in a state of transformation makes for an interesting subject.

Traditional flowers made famous by artists include Vincent van Gogh's "Sunflowers" and Claude Monet's "Water Lilies." But in every part of the world, there are unique flowers that are rare, look unusual, have strange characteristics, or are revered in a spiritual way. This tutorial shows you draw three unique flowers: the passion flower, with its unique way of attracting insects; the sometimes deceptive cactus; and the mystical lotus flower.

Instructions

Passion Flower

1. Use a pencil to create a sketch of the passion flower. Begin your sketch from the center of the flower and work outwards.

2. Draw the passion flower, carefully drawing over your sketched lines. Draw the slightly pointed petals, working in a clockwise direction from the central petal.

3. Work on the fine detail of the flower, which is concentrated around the center of the flower. Again work in a clockwise direction from the center. Use light and shade on the petals. Draw the foliage that surrounds the plant, using light and shade.

Cactus

4. Sketch the Echinopsis oxygona cactus in pencil. Because the bright pink flower only lives for a few hours, you will need to allocate yourself enough time to draw the plant. Begin by sketching the pot that holds the cactus. Sketch the main cactus plant, and then its flower.

5. Draw the pot, then the prickly lines of the cactus from the bottom of the plant upwards. Move on to drawing the newly emerged flower until you reach the pink of the flower itself.

6. Go backwards over your drawing and fill in the detail. Contrast the delicate nature of the flower and to the rugged nature of the plant.

Lotus Flower

7. Begin by sketching the petals of the lotus flower from the back of the flower. Leave a gap in the center of the flower. This time, use pencil strokes that barely touch the paper, thus capturing the fragile nature of the lotus flower.

8. Move your pencil over the lines you have previously drawn with slightly more solid strokes. Use light and shade, drawing from the bottom of the petals upward.

9. Finish your drawing by concentrating on the central part of the flower. Use a flicking motion with your pencil to capture the dramatic beauty at the flower's heart.

Pick Swing Dance Footwear

Pick Swing Dance Shoes

Get out and get hopping to that old swing rhythm. Swing dancing, also known as the Lindy Hop, is a vibrant partners dance that takes joy in moving your body to the jazz and swing music with a lot of twists and turns and spin outs. Because your feet will really be slipping and sliding with this form of dance, proper swing dance shoes are a must to avoid injuring your knees. Read on to learn pick swing dance shoes.

Instructions

1. Look for a shoe that has maneuverability. The shoe must fit close to the foot. If you have any extra length or width on the outside of your foot, you will catch on your foot as you slide and spin. Also get a shoe that is lightweight for easier spins and fancy footwork. Most swing dance shoes have soles designed so you can feel the floor as you slide.

2. Try the shoe on. To dance many hours, you'll need a shoe that is comfortable. Feel for good cushioning on the inside. Good arch support is a plus, though you can have insole support added. Test to see if the shoe slides well.

3. Go for style. If you have the whole retro swing zoot suit going on, your shoes must follow. There are many varieties to choose from in men's and women's style. Wing tips and ruggcutters, of course, are a classic. Then there are captoes, wedgies and balmorals. Even standard bowling shoes have found their way onto the swing dance floor for their slick soles, though they aren't as easy to spin in. And for those who like the look of a sneaker, there are specially made swing dance sneakers with that wonderful slipability.

Buy A Baton

A properly sized and balanced baton is an extension of your arm.

A conductor's baton cues the orchestra and keeps rhythm during a production. This important tool is vital for coordinating all the different musical instruments that go into a successful symphony. Picking out the right baton is very important. The conductor needs to feel as if the baton is an extension of his arm, allowing comfortable, fluid movement. For effective use, the baton also needs to be large enough for easy viewing by the orchestra without limiting the conductor's movement. To find the perfect baton for your individual needs, you need to examine the baton's size, color and balance point.

Instructions

1. Measure the distance from your elbow to the tip of your middle finger. Pick out a baton that matches this measurement, give or take 1 inch. This length is comfortable for most conductors, though you can certainly try out different lengths to see if you prefer a larger or shorter baton.

2. Opt for a color that contrasts with your normal conducting environment. Typically, batons are made from pale wood to stand out amid a dark stage backdrop and a conductor's dark suit coat. However, if you normally conduct in a brighter environment, select a darker baton for better contrast.

3. Place the baton on your pointer finger until it balances freely. A baton's balance point is usually near the bottom end of the baton. Pick a baton where the balancing point coincides with your thumb and forefinger's natural position on the shaft.

What Products Have Been In The King Tut Exhibit

The King Tut Exhibit features many artifacts from his tomb.

The King Tut Exhibit is a famous art exhibit that features historical artifacts from King Tut's tomb, as well as artifacts from other famous Egyptian Kings. The exhibit is not just limited to King Tut, but actually spans the over 2000 years of Egyptian history during which the Egyptian Empire was at its height of power. The exhibit it showcased worldwide at select locations.

Burial Process Items

Artifacts relating to the Egyptian burial process comprise a significant portion of the exhibit. There are photos, descriptions and histories that help explain what happened during that process. There are also photos of the Valley of the Kings to help show children where in Egypt the burials took place. There are models of items that were commonly buried with Egyptian royalty, like fruit and boats. The fruit was for the dead to eat, and the boat would take him to the afterlife. Models like these help people understand the religious beliefs of the ancient Egyptians.

Tut's Ancestors and Other Kings

To help visitors better understand the history of King Tut, there is an exhibit dedicated to his ancestors and relatives. One of the major drawing points is a gold coffin and the gilded mask of Tut's great grandmother. A very large bust of King Tut's father is also displayed. Visitors see important artifacts, like leather dog collars and wooden cow heads, since animals were both guardians and hunters. Busts and statues of other famous Egyptian Pharaohs help give visitors a sense of what kings came before and after King Tut.

King Tut's Artifacts

This exhibit also showcases some of King Tut's personal items. These include board games and fancy ivory ring boxes. Other fun items include the chair he used as a child; it has lion paw legs and armrests made from gold and a glass mirror case shaped like an ankh. The ankh was the Egyptian symbol of life. There is also a gold shrine depicting scenes from his life. This exhibit includes about 100 actual artifacts that came from the tombs of King Tut and other Egyptian Pharaohs.

King Tut's Burial Artifacts

The exhibit includes items from King Tut's mummy and burial chamber. A gold canopic jar is on display; it held King Tut's stomach. Gold sandals and finger and toe coverings that were found on his mummy are also on display. One of the best show pieces is a 10-foot quartzite statue of King Tut that was found at the burial site of one of his advisers.

Create A Ball From Chicken Wire

Make a Ball Out of Chicken Wire

A ball made of chicken wire is a very versatile shape for your craft and gardening projects. You can line the ball with moss and attach colored eggs for an Easter decoration, use wire balls to form a snowman for wintertime fun, or attach evergreen boughs and red ribbon for an old-fashioned holiday ornament. You can also use chicken wire balls of various sizes as topiary frames to help you prune your plants into ball shapes. Chicken wire balls are easy to make, and are an inexpensive way to use your creativity.

Instructions

1. Use the needle-nose pliers to bend back the sharp edges of the chicken wire, forming little hooks.

2. Gently roll the wire into a tube and use the hooks you formed in step one to hook the short ends together.

3. Gently bend the long ends together, then hook them together.

4. Use the needle-nose pliers to squeeze the hooks tightly shut so the ends will stay together.

5. Use your hands to gently shape the ball.

Kinds Of Art Supplies

Finding the art supplies that you need is important for creating your work of art.

Hundreds and maybe even thousands of arts supplies are available in craft boutiques and stores that sell office supplies. The types of art supplies that you can find differ depending on the kind of artwork that you do. Whether you like to draw or create pottery, the types of art supplies that are available can help you with your creation.

Painting Supplies

Different kinds of paints are used for painting such as watercolor, tempera and acrylic paint. These paints come in different forms including tubes of paint, bottles of paint and even watercolor pencils. Brushes, sponge applicators, easels, color mixing palettes, canvas and paper in different shapes and sizes are all used for painting. Paint thinner, undercoats and mediums and varnishes such as sealer and gloss coatings are also used in some painting projects.

Illustration Supplies

The different mediums used for drawing include graphite pencils, colored pencils, crayons, markers, chalk pastels, oil pastels, pens and charcoal. Artists can draw on different kinds of paper including charcoal papers, drawing and sketching pads, newsprint, pastel papers and paper for pens and markers. Other drawing supplies include inks, blending stumps, erasers and sketch holders.

Sculpting and Modeling Supplies

Supplies for sculpting include different kinds of clay including air dry clays, modeling doughs, firing clays, modeling clays, oven-bake clays and polymer clays. Sculpting tools include calipers, hammers and mallets, and modeling tools such as wood, clay, was and plaster carving or ceramic tools sets. Modeling compounds include silicone rubber, decoration powder, paverplast powder and silicone. Moldmaking and casting materials include epoxy, latex, polyester, polyurethane, silicone and wax.

Crafting Supplies

Crafting supplies vary depending on what you're making. Craft supplies include scissors, construction paper, tape, white glue and glue sticks. Almost anything that you can use to create crafts are considered art supplies such as yarn, felt, scraps of fabric, thread, toothpicks, popsicle sticks and string. Other crafts supplies include straws, stencils, different kinds of beads, ink pads, rubber stamps, glitter, sequins and feathers. Furthermore, cotton balls, colored tissue paper, wiggly eyes, contact paper and appliques are all crafting supplies.

Play Alternate Scales

Most music students know about major and minor scales. For more than 200 years, these scale categories have composed the majority of music, including classical, pop, rock and jazz. However, there are many alternate scales that you can play on your instrument. Each has a unique sound and gives you great material with which to improvise and have fun.

Instructions

1. Experiment with different musical modes by playing only the white notes of a piano. The major and minor scales are 2 of these modes, but there are 5 more to discover. For example, the dorian mode is a popular example from jazz.

2. Give one of the whole-tone scales a shot. These scales only have 6 notes in them, each separated by 2 half-steps. The one beginning on C goes as follows: C, D, E, F#, G#, A# and C.

3. Savor the rich character of the blues scale. There are many variations of this scale, but its basic form includes a minor pentatonic scale with a sharp fourth note. The B-flat blues scale looks like this: Bb, Db, Eb, E, F and Ab.

4. Sample the sounds of the octatonic scale. This scale became popular around the mid-20th century and contains 8 notes. Play the scale by alternating half-step and whole-step intervals. Starting on C, the octatonic scale continues with Db, Eb, E, F-sharp, G, A and Bb.

5. Play one of the pentatonic scales. These only have 5 notes, including the first, second, third, fifth and sixth notes of the major scale. In the key of C, these are C, D, E, G and A.

Choose Piano Music

The piano music you select really depends on your level of experience and skill as a piano player. Consult the "Learn Fingering on the Piano" and "Practice Piano," under Related eHows, to get you started. Here are some tips on what to look for if you are a beginner.

Instructions

1. Buy a book of easy, beginning piano studies. Go to the music store and let a knowledgeable sales representative advise you.

2. Ask your piano teacher about choose suitable music for beginners. If you don't have a teacher yet, by all means, find one if you are serious about playing the piano!

3. Consider the classical composers in your selection. Mozart, Bach, Schumann and Bartok, in particular, have written pieces that are suitable for beginners. Ask for easy transcriptions of the piano works of the great composers.

4. Familiarize yourself with piano music of different periods and genres. It will help you appreciate the genius of those composers and broaden your musical scope.

Execute A Dosado

Perform a Dosado

The dosado (pronounced doe-se-doe) is a basic dance move that is used in such dances as the polka and the square dance. The name refers to the French term "dos-a-dos" which is translated as "back-to-back." The participants who perform at a dosado dance are led and directed by a caller. The caller directs the dancers in a series of steps. Dancers usually learn these steps beforehand.

Instructions

1. Join a dance class in your local area. Dosado dancing is a fabulous way to socialize and build lasting friendships. No experience is needed to take a class to learn the basic moves.

2. Find a partner and start practicing. The earlier start you get on practicing before a formal dance, the more you will be able to participate by dancing the steps that the caller directs.

3. Decide which role you want to dance, the traditional men's role or the traditional women's role. It doesn't matter in modern times. Women dance with women and men even dance with men.

4. Face your partner to start, then walk around each other without turning. This step will coordinate with about 6 to 8 rhythm beats.

5. Pass another dancer to the right of their shoulder as you become more advanced. This is when the partners will turn "back to back."

6. Move backwards and pass your partner on their left shoulder to get back to your starting point. You can repeat this over and over again.

7. Add in a square dance flourish for a fun and more dramatic touch. This also allows some physical contact with your partner if they twirl or dip you.

8. Start a tidal wave in groups of eight or more people. Stand side to side, join hands by the palms and enact a mini-wave.

Fundamental Disco Dance Steps

Polyester suits, platform shoes and John Travolta come to mind when someone mentions disco. A style of dancing that became extremely popular in the 70s and spawned the hit movie "Saturday Night Fever," disco can be executed by learning a couple of basic steps. With practice, these basic steps can be mastered for dancing the night away under a glittery disco ball at a retro themed party.

The Point

Start with your feet shoulder length apart. Shift your weight to the right while rounding the hip. As the hip is circling, straighten and lock your right arm pointing upward and to the right. The hand will be in a fist, with only the index finger extended. Shift your weight to the left while rounding the hip. Pull your arm down and across the front of the body, with the index finger pointing to the left at the ground. Practice these moves until they can be done in a fluid motion.

Airplane Walk

With the legs shoulder width apart and the weight on the left leg, place your arms out in front of you at navel level, with the elbows bent. Starting with the thumbs on top, have all of the fingertips touching and pointing straight ahead. The hands should look like they are forming a diamond shape, according to the website We Got Disco.

Step out to the side with your right foot, while sweeping your right arm down from the diamond formation of the hands. The right arm will be pointing down at the right foot with the pointer finger extended. Practice this several times until the foot and the arm arrive in those positions at the same time.

Add the left arm to this motion when you are comfortable with the right side. The left arm will sweep up from the diamond hand formation and will end up pointing upward and to the left at the same time as the right foot and arm.

Cross the right foot in front of the left foot while returning the hands to the diamond formation. Go immediately into stepping out to the side with the left foot, and reverse the arms to coincide.

The Hustle

Start with the feet shoulder length apart, with your weight on the left foot. Take a step backwards with your right foot, then the left, and then the right again. Tap the left foot against the insole of the right while clapping your hands, and keep the weight on the right foot. Repeat this step starting on the left foot.

After clapping your hands, immediately step out to the side with your left foot. Swing

the right foot behind the left, and tap the right toe on the ground. Clap at the same time the toe taps. Return the right foot to the shoulder width apart position. Repeat on the right side, swinging the left foot.

After mastering these steps by themselves, put them all together and you're performing The Hustle. Once you are comfortable with the footwork, you can add the arms. When not clapping, bend the arms at the elbow. Your hands will be in fists with the thumbs on the top. Swing the elbows out to the sides, making an up and down motion to flow with each step.

Distinction Between Roman Art & Medieval Art

Roman art depicted the life of Roman leaders.

Roman art consisted of art produced in ancient Rome, particularly in the territories of the Roman Empire. Prior to 500 B.C., Romans were influenced by the Etruscans. Roman art began around 500 B.C. and ended at the fall of Rome in 1453 A.D. Medieval art covers a wide period of time in art history and covers the production of art and artists in North Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. The Medieval period ranged from 476 A.D. to 1453 A.D.

Medium

An artistic medium is how the artist chooses to create art and often refers to the material used in the creation of artwork. Medieval art consisted of mediums like sculpture, stained glass, metalwork and mosaics. Roman art mediums often included forms like architecture, sculpture, mosaics and paintings.

The Church

Medieval art grew largely out of the early Christian church after the fall of the Roman Empire. The art of the Medieval times took on a different direction. Medieval art became more focused on symbolism representing Christian art and Christian concepts. Art took on the role of church decorations.

Roman Civilization

Roman art was developed largely because of the Roman Empire, during the time of Romulus to Emperor Constantine. Roman art often depicted Roman mythology because of the Roman belief in the power of the gods, but artists also illustrated Roman Emperors, particularly in sculpture.

Sources

Roman artists borrowed heavily from their Greek precedents, especially in the areas of art and portraiture. This demonstrates the esteem which Romans had for Greek artists. Medieval art is a mixture of Roman, Islamic and German art. Medieval art varied widely depending on the location of the artists and was also influenced by their heritage. Changes in art over time showed how artistic styles were assimilated by different cultures.

Expansion

The development of art in both Roman and Medieval times was largely due to the assimilation of cultures because of people being conquered. Roman art was also commissioned and put on display in different countries as decoration, widening the influence of artistic expression.

Choose Dance Lesson Dvd disks

Select Dance Lesson DVDs

Many dancers looking for affordable video instruction inevitably get stuck with bad dance lessons on DVDs. They feature poor lighting, terrible music and inept instructors. That's because teaching dance is an art in itself, requiring excellent form, the ability to explain movement clearly and, yes, charisma. Learn select dance lesson DVDs that are worth the money and that do their job.

Instructions

Go Basic

1. Establish your "bottom line" for needs in a video by choosing one that is basic, popular (read "best-selling") and part of a series featuring the same stars. Then you can cut the risk with a future purchase within the same series.

2. Make one of your test videos a lesson DVD in a dance discipline other than what you usually study. That way you gauge just how "basic" that series is.

3. Admit it when you need the basics. Disappointment with a DVD instruction can come from choosing too advanced a lesson.

4. Jog your decision making when you don't know quite what you want. Select a sampler, such as "Ballroom and Latin Dance Sampler" by the popular instructor duo, Shawn and Joanna Trautman at Amazon (see Resources below).

Branch Out

5. Cover all the bases with a complete dance lesson kit when a DVD isn't enough. Dance has many dimensions, and learning takes place on many levels. Select a combination DVD, CD and instruction book such as "Ballroom Dance Pack" at Amazon (see Resources below).

6. Go all the way with DVDs from an online dance program, such as The Dance Store Online (see Resources below). The consistency of one school and one system will help you succeed in learning. Get to know the styles of the staff instructors and order the videos that most apply to your interests.

Valve Cover Fresh paint Ideas

Valve covers inside an engine can be painted.

The valve cover is located under the hood of a car to cover the engine, protecting it from dirt and debris. Painting this part of the engine is popular when it comes to tricked out cars with custom paint and accessories. There are a number of ways to paint these valve covers, ranging from different designs to colors that mean something to the car's owner.

Paint Like a Flag

Valve covers are often painted like flags of a particular country. This is popular because the valve cover is often rectangular, like a flag, and is a unique thing to see when you open up the hood of a car, with automobile machinery surrounding the painted flag itself. Flag-painted valve covers are most popular in cars that are racing in events, as the owners feel they really need to represent their country.

Car's Color

A simple, yet popular valve cover design is to match the outside color of the car to the valve cover under the hood. For example, a burgundy colored car would yield a burgundy colored valve cover, making it seem as if the exterior of the car was connected to what is covering the engine itself. However, if the car is a lighter color, like yellow or white, it's probably best to choose a different valve color paint design, as the cover will become dirty.

Logo Designs

Painting the logo of your automobile on the valve cover is another popular paint idea. The number of valves and horsepower can even be stenciled onto this valve cover paint design as well, giving anyone looking in at the engine all the information they need to know about the power of the car you are driving.

Perform Miracle For Teens

Performing magic for children, teenagers and adults all differ due to the personality types of each age group. This tutorial will instruct on get the best reactions and conduct the best performances for the middle group--teenagers.

Instructions

1. Be prepared to be heckled. No matter what, teenagers like to bust chops.

2. In the event of heckling, turn the attention on the teenager and make him the spectator of the trick.

3. Prepare your routine without childish tricks other than perhaps your warmup tricks.

4. Depending on your age, be yourself. If you're an adult performing for teenagers DO NOT try to be the "cool dad." Don't overuse lingo. This will make mystifying tricks seem childish.

5. As odd as it sounds, though, teenagers are subconsciously attracted to profanity. A little might not hurt if done naturally in terms of attracting attention.

6. Perform many tricks directly involving the teenagers. While children and adults may be entertained by simply watching, teenagers are not easily amused; using them literally forces them to pay attention.

What Elements Have Been In A Sharpie Marker

Sharpie pens are synonymous with permanent markers. Yet the manufacturer of Sharpie pens makes a variety of ink products, each designed for different purposes.

History

The history of the Sharpie reaches back to 1857, when the ink and glue manufacturing company Sanford Manufacturing Company was founded. The company name changed slightly over the years, as did its products. In 1964, Sanford introduced its Sharpie marker, marketing it as the first pen-style permanent ink marker.

Growing Acceptance

When the first black Sharpie Fine Point marker was introduced, consumers learned quickly that the ink adhered to a variety of surfaces ranging from plastic to metal, glass and stone. Celebrity endorsements came from Jack Parr and Johnny Carson.

Ingredients

The Sharpie permanent marker with black ink comes in fine, twin tip, chisel and super styles. The solvents used in the permanent ink Sharpies include alcohol and ethylene glycol monobutyl ether. The other colors of Sharpie markers contain Permchrome ink, and their solvents also include alcohol but not glycol ether.

Variations on the Original Sharpie

The Sharpie Extra Fine Tip was introduced in 1979 in four colors, followed by the Sharpie Ultra Fine Point marker in 1989. The popularity of the Sharpie took off in the 1990s, as the memorabilia craze heightened and autographs were sought for everything from t-shirts to footballs. The Sharpie met the demand for a convenient, pen-style permanent marker that would add to the longevity of autographs.

Fun Fact

While the original Sharpie broke ground with basic black, the marker is available in as many as 39 colors, depending on the type of pen or marker. The Chisel Tip Sharpie is available in eight colors, the Twin Tip in 20 and the Fine Point in 39 (plus metallic silver).

Master The Moonwalk Fast

Master the Moonwalk Fast

The Moonwalk is an iconic dance step that will be forever linked with the unparalleled talent and innovation of pop star and dancer Michael Jackson. When executed correctly, the Moonwalk can give the illusion of floating or gliding backwards across the floor. The silhouette of the body and use of space are what make this move distinctive and immediately recognizable. However, you don't need Michael Jackson's extensive training and experience to master this move; with a few pointers, you can learn to Moonwalk within minutes.

Instructions

1. Stand in front of the mirror with your feet parallel to one another, and your legs close together. Make sure you have enough room to move behind you and that you can see yourself in the mirror.

2. Lift the right heel, keeping the ball of the right foot and the toes on the ground. Bend the right knee as you lift the heel, keeping the left foot on the ground and the left knee straight.

3. Focus on making the right knee "pop" as you push the left heel into the ground. Drag the left heel across the ground, as if you are trying to pull off your sock by dragging it on the floor. Keep the left heel in contact with the ground for as long as possible. The movement backwards will only allow you to keep the heel down for a short time, but try to sustain this movement. If you lift the heel too early, you will lose the illusion of gliding.

4. Put the right heel down at the same moment that the left heel comes up. Bend the left knee sharply as the left heel comes up, and drag the right heel backwards as you did with the left heel. Make the movements continuous, rather than stopping and starting the steps. Think of the foot movements as similar to pedaling a bike, where the movements happen simultaneously rather than one after another. This simultaneous movement is what will allow the body to travel backwards.

Draw Fundamental Human Figures

Figure drawing has long been regarded as the ultimate in capturing the beauty of human beings. The contour of a shoulder or the small of the back can all be rendered with a few strokes of a pencil. However, learning draw the human figure can be more challenging than it looks. Learn to draw the human figure and capture the essence of human beauty on the page.

Instructions

1. Play around with your own freehand drawing of a human body. This drawing needn't be perfect, but just something to help you wrap your head around how you perceive the human body. Try and make your initial drawing as complete as possible, including muscle tone and bone structure wherever possible.

2. Visit your local bookstore or browse online and look for pictures of human figure drawing. Pay special attention to masters like Rodin and other great artists who perfected the art of figure drawing (see Resources below).

3. Sign up for a beginners figure drawing art course in your area. These classes are typically offered quite frequently at most community art programs and are relatively inexpensive. Practice drawing with the instruction of a teacher using a real life model. However, no substitute exists for actual figure drawing using a human model as a guide.

4. Do your own figure drawings at home using friends and family as a guide to your drawing. Always begin with the contour of the body drawing a line down the center of your page and dividing it into three to four sections that will delineate where the shoulders, hips, knees and feet will lie. It will help you to get the proportions of the figure on the page better.

5. Use sweeping motions with the pencil to create the contours of the hips and legs. Reference a drawing book or your model for a more accurate perception of the proportions of the human body.

6. Use the head length method to get proportions correct. Measure each section of the body using the length of the head as a guide. The form should be about 7 head lengths long for a proper human form.

7. Draw the major muscle groups first since it will be the easiest to render on the page. Learn fundamentals of shading through using your art course or book to guide you. Shading will help you drawing to look more realistic.

Execute A Mathematic Card Trick

A spectator randomly selects a card from a deck. He randomly selects another card from another deck. Through a series of short mathematical equations you are able to name his cards without ever seeing them.

Instructions

1. Remove all tens, kings, queens, and jacks from the deck.

Have the spectator randomly select a card from a deck. Ask him to double the value of the card.

2. Now have him add five to whatever number he ended with in Step #1.

3. Multiply that number from Step #2 by five.

4. Have him randomly pick another card from another deck. Whatever the value of the new card is, have him add that to the number from Step #3.

5. Ask him to subtract twenty-five from the number in Step #4.

6. As soon as he says his number, you will know what the two chosen cards were. The first digit will be the value of one card and the second digit will be the value of the other card.

7. Example - if he chooses a seven and an eight. Following the steps, seven times two is fourteen, plus five equals nineteen, multiplied by five equals ninety-five.

Add the eight (value of the second card) and you get one hundred and three. Now, subtract twenty-five and you get seventy-eight (78), so the first card is a seven and the second card is an eight.

Fresh paint With Linseed Oil

Linseed oil can be used as a paint medium or glaze for painting.

Linseed oil mixed with turpentine was the recipe Renaissance masters used to create glaze for painting. Typically associated with oil painting today, linseed in glaze allows the artist to create luminous colors. Linseed oil is made from flaxseed. It is used as a paint medium so that the color becomes semi-transparent. Linseed glazes can create a lifelike look to painted objects, and in some paintings, the glaze mimics light. You can paint your own masterpiece by making a glaze from linseed oil.

Instructions

1. Mix one part linseed oil to one part turpentine in a clean glass jar. Screw the lid on and shake the jar just before using. This creates an all-purpose glaze for oil painting.

2. Sketch with charcoal or an HB pencil on your prepared canvas. This is the basis of your painting. You may use another drawing as a guide for the painting.

3. Apply a thin coat of paint onto the canvas with your brushes. Mix the colors on the palette. This thin coat is a guide to the colors you will be using for the painting. You can mix the paints with some turpentine or paint thinner to thin out the paint.

4. Shake the jar of prepared glaze. Dip the paintbrush in it, then mix what is on the brush with the oil paints on your palette. Use the mixed paint and glaze on the canvas. If you make mistakes or need to remove paint, use a cotton rag.

5. Clean the brush with turpentine if you need a different color, or use a new brush. Add more paint to the glaze and paint mixtures.

6. Brush on details to your painting, such as shadows and highlights. Shadows can be created with darker color, and highlights can be made by adding whites or yellow.

Painting & Drawing Techniques

Painting and drawing often go together. Many artists use a combination of both mediums. There are a number of techniques used for drawing and painting that work well in either medium or as a way to combine the two. Here are some painting and drawing techniques you can use to bring both your drawings and paintings to life.

Acrylic Paint over Charcoal and Graphite

Charcoal and graphite pencils are ideal drawing tools because they are so easy to manipulate. You can use the tip of your finger to smudge and blend charcoal and graphite to create deep shadows and textures in your drawing. Try doing a drawing in charcoal and graphite; then go over it with acrylic paint. The charcoal and graphite base drawing gives you a foundation to paint upon and stands out through the paint to create an extremely dense final painting.

Wet on Wet Painting

Wet on wet painting is typically used for oils. Wet on wet means you apply layers of wet paint on top of one another without allowing previous layers to dry. The technique of wet on wet is used to produce paintings at a quick pace because the usual extended drying time between layers is omitted. Be sure to layer your paint from light to dark because light paints blend well with darker paints when the darker paints are placed on top. Painting in this fashion will leave your painting with a soft appearance. Because you don't need to wait for drying, you can capture the image in your mind while it's fresh.

Charcoal Impressions

Many sketch artists find it hard to reproduce the impressionism of Monet's paintings. Painters can use color to achieve the look of impressionism, but sketch artists sometimes have difficulty capturing the look. Impressionism does not rely on detail as much as light and the absence of hard lines. This makes charcoal an ideal tool for sketch artists who want to bring impressionism into their drawings. Charcoal can be used to blend various shadings to create shifts in color and light.

Slinky and Crosshatching

These two drawing techniques are similar but produce different results. Moving your pencil back and forth in a rapid motion is using slinky strokes. The effects vary depending upon how soft or hard your strokes are. The crosshatching technique combines the slinky with varying directions of strokes. Again, soft and hard pressure produce the results you want. Both of these techniques are essential for depth and color in pencil sketches.

Draw Manga Eyes

Draw Manga Eyes

A person's eyes are said to be one of his most expressive features or, as the expression goes, "the windows to the soul." Manga characters' eyes can vary from slanted lines to represent squinting to the innocent, wide-eyed look of small children. Studying the eyes of a real person can help you notice features accurately before you start to draw. Read on to learn more.

Instructions

Research Eye Shapes Before You Draw

1. Use a mirror to look at your own eyes. Observe the general shape of your eyes, the eyelids and the eyelashes. Knowing the correct anatomy of the eye will help you be able to draw manga eyes that look realistic.

2. Read a variety of manga stories to see what type of eyes different kinds of characters have. Older manga characters, for example, often have squinty eyes that are no more than slanted lines. Manga-ka, or manga artists, tend to draw children's eyes without eyelashes, creating a rounder look.

3. Utilize a drafting table or another flat surface where you can comfortably spread out your work. Have your paper and pencils within easy reach.

4. Practice drawing basic geometric shapes upon which manga eyes are based. They include circles, ovals, squares, rectangles, pie shapes (a quarter-circle) and hexagons. Once you have mastered these shapes, you can start to see how eyes are created out of these outlines.

Draw Realistic Manga Eyes

5. Start by drawing the shape of the eye. Most of the time, this is almond shaped.

6. Draw a circle inside the middle of the eye shape you have chosen. This is the iris or colored part of the eye.

7. Make a smaller circle inside the iris. This will become the pupil.

8. Add eyelashes to your manga character's eyes. Eyelashes are drawn curved away from both the top and bottom of the eye. They are longer in the middle than on the inner and outer corners of the eyes.

9. Draw a small glare mark in the eyes to denote the reflection of light. This can be in the iris, the pupil or partly inside both parts of the eyes. Use your eraser to eliminate lines that pass through the glare mark, so that it is completely white or empty.

10. Sketch the eyelids and brow bones once you have finished the rough draft of the complete eye. Experiment with different kinds of eyebrows.

11. Color in the iris and pupil using either black or colored ink.

Pay Condition Taxes If Selfemployed

Self-employed individuals are required to pay federal and state taxes.

Self-employed business owners must pay both federal and state taxes on income generated from their businesses. The specific type of business taxes required may vary state by state depending on the type of business. Many self-employed business owners prefer, and may be required, to estimate and submit quarterly state taxes instead of paying them annually. These taxes may be reconciled on an annual basis if you have over or under-estimated the tax payment.

If you are newly self-employed, you may want to consultant with a tax attorney or accountant to assist you in determining the estimated taxes and allowed deductions.

Instructions

1. Visit your state’s Department of Revenue, Comptroller or Tax Department’s website or contact them by phone to determine the applicable business taxes you will need to pay.

2. Apply for a sales tax identification number, if appropriate for your business type and required by your state. If you sell property, products or services you will likely need a tax ID, seller’s certificate or permit to pay your taxes. Your state will likely have downloadable online forms to complete and submit to obtain this information.

3. Obtain the appropriate state tax forms from your state’s online tax website. If you routinely pay estimated quarterly taxes, you may already have pre-printed tax vouchers sent to you in advance.

4. Gather all of your supporting business documentation including receipts, ledgers and bills necessary to complete your taxes. Complete the tax forms and take business expense deductions as allowed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Refer to IRS Publication 535 (2009), Business Expenses for a list of all deductible business expenses.

5. Pay and submit your state taxes, online if possible. Keep all associated paperwork and, if paying an estimated amount on a quarterly basis (every three months, four times per year), determine the due date of the next payment. For example, if your business operates on a calendar tax year, the quarters will end on March 31, June 30, September 30 and December 31. Payment is usually due sometime during the month immediately following the end of the quarter and may vary from state to state.

Traditional Face Painting Ideas

Traditional face paint designs are instantly familiar to many people.

Face painting is a staple of carnivals and parties, and is enjoyed by both adults and children alike. While some face painting designs are wild, wacky and obscure, others are classics, and have been seen all over the world in various forms throughout the years. Some of these traditional ideas originate in ancient cultures, while others are simply popular designs which appear again and again.

Halloween

Halloween designs are intended to look gruesome, scary, or both. The basic skull look is a highly suitable fallback. Starting with a white undercoat which covers the entire face, black can be added around the eyes and mouth to create shadow. Shapes such as scars can also be added in black. A vampire design is very similar to the skull look, beginning with white as before. This time, the artist adds red blood around the mouth. Spider web designs, drawn on either cheek, are another traditional Halloween favorite.

Animals

Animals are popular thanks to the sheer variety of creatures found in nature. A cat design features a black nose and whiskers, while white paint around the chin, eyes and mouth offsets the black. A dog design can come in many varieties; at a basic level, the artist simply chooses two suitable colors, brown and yellow for example, and paints wide vertical stripes down the face, adding a black nose, and a lolling tongue if desired.

Cultural

Many ancient cultures have used face paint in rituals, festivals and as symbols of hierarchy, and these designs can be a fertile ground for ideas. Native American designs, for example, are typically applied to areas such as the chin, forehead and around the eyes. Colors utilized are based on those found in nature, so browns and reds are commonly seen. Designs could include curving lines painted vertically from forehead to mouth along the eye, as well as branch-like designs located on the cheeks.

In Chinese culture, face paint designs are linked to dramatic performances, and are often very complex and ornate. Typically, multiple contrasting colors are used and between them cover the entirety of the face. For example, the face might be painted red, black and white. These colors have come to denote personality. For example, the color red symbolizes royalty. Designs include the butterfly face and the three-tile.

Clowns

Clown designs range from the simple and cartoony for kids, to the more strange and possibly frightening for adults. Ideas include the whiteface, in which white paint covers the face, and black or red colors are used for accents, often coupled with a dab of red on the nose. The Auguste clown has distorted features; the eyes are painted to stretch upward while the red mouth becomes exaggerated.

Fresh paint The Face Just Like A Tiger For Halloween

Glow in the dark face paint will help you stay visible at night.

Painting your face like a tiger for Halloween is an alternative to wearing a mask to complete your Halloween costume. Face paint will allow you to breathe and speak more easily and will not cause overheating, as a mask might. Glow-in-the-dark face paint will make you more visible while trick or treating or at nighttime Halloween events. Applying only one color at a time can make a complicated design simple to create even if you do not have artistic experience.

Instructions

1. Dip a sponge in the glow in the dark white face paint. Apply the white paint to your chin, upper lip, and above your eyebrows.

2. Take a clean sponge and dip it in the yellow face paint. Evenly spread the yellow paint over the bottom third of your face, except for the places that are already white.

3. Using a new sponge, apply orange face paint to any part of your face that is not already painted.

4. Blend the edges of the different colors of paint together so that there are no gaps in color. The colors should appear smooth where they meet.

5. Dip a paintbrush in the black face paint and make three straight lines on each side of your nose for whiskers. Make a solid black circle over the tip of your nose. Draw four short black vertical lines from your eyebrows to your hairline. You can add other black lines if you would like.

Fresh paint With Watercolor Crayons

Watercolor crayons are versatile tools an artist can use traditionally or with water to create drawings with the look of a watercolor painting. There are several techniques utilized with watercolor crayons to create a variety of work. Watercolor crayons are relatively inexpensive and easy to get started with, making them ideal for beginners who wish to experiment with painting.

Instructions

1. Sketch your initial drawing using the watercolor crayons straight out of the package, just as you would use traditional crayons. Black or brown watercolor crayon will work for the rough sketch. Color your sketch completely before you begin the process of applying water.

2. Use a paint brush (many watercolor crayon sets come with a refillable water paint brush tip) to blend the lines and colors in your sketch until they overlap for a traditional watercolor painting effect. You can add water and blend the paint with your finger for a smooth look, or use the brush to create a feathered blend.

3. Shave some of your watercolor crayons into a very small amount of water. The shavings will dissolve to give you a good watercolor base. Apply this mixture intermittently with your brush to bring out shadow and depth in your painting.

Elements In Luminous Fresh paint

Luminous paint glows in the dark.

Luminous paints absorb light and reflect the light back when the lights are off so that they glow in the dark. Whether you're decorating a haunted house or simply want a different look for a teen's bedroom, luminous paints are available in a variety of brilliant colors. Luminous paints are also used in some safety applications, such as for highway signs and road markings. The ingredients in luminous paints may be harmful if ingested or if you breathe the fumes, so wear protective clothing and always work in a well-ventilated area. Immediately wash away the paint if it comes in contact with your bare skin.

Zinc Sulfide

Zinc sulfide is the phosphorescent pigment that enables luminous paint to glow in the dark. The pigment is inexpensive to produce and soluble in water, allowing it to be used in water-based paints.

Calcium Carbonate

Calcium carbonate may be familiar to some as a popular calcium supplement, but in paint it's used as an extender. Calcium carbonate is also known as chalk and serves to thicken the paint.

Propylene Glycol

Propylene glycol is the chief component of anti-freeze. In paint, the addition of propylene glycol keeps the paint from freezing at low temperatures and also helps the paint go on more smoothly--a quality known as leveling.

Fresh paint With Tea Bags

Tea bag brewing in a cup.

If you enjoy creating abstract paint effects or working with watercolour paints and want to try a new technique, then try painting with a used tea bag. With a little bit of practice this simple technique can produce an effective and unusual result - similar to sepia or two-tone brown marble. This simple method can even be used to create your very own writing or wrapping paper.

Instructions

1. Make two cups of tea by placing each tea bag in a cup of hot water and stirring well to release the tea pigment.

2. Leave one tea bag in a cup for 1 hour. Leave the other tea bag in a cup overnight. After the allotted time squeeze out all the liquid from the tea bag and remove it from the cup. The water which is left will have been stained by the tea and can now be used to paint with.

3. Create the background with the 1 hour tea water, this will be paler in color. Dip a large soft brush into the cup. Try to soak up a lot of the liquid and paint this in wide even brush strokes across the water-color paper in horizontal lines.

4. Rinse the brush in a cup of clean water and use the damp brush edges to merge any obvious brown lines formed by the tea stain. Let the paint almost dry, so it is just slightly damp to the touch.

5. Create the marble effect detail with the darker 24 hour tea water. Dip a small pointed brush in to the tea water to soak up a small amount of liquid. You only need a small amount as this liquid is more concentrated and darker. Paint thin lines across the damp background. Place these at different angles similar to tree branches. Don't worry if they are different lengths or thicknesses, this is part of the design. Allow the lines to start to dry.

6. Rinse the brush in a cup of clean water and use the damp, pointed tip to softly wet some of the lines to smudge and merge paint into the background. Work over the lines to create a marbled effect. Allow to fully dry.

Homemade Seashell Wreaths

With the abundance of sellers online, you don't even have to go to the beach to find pretty shells for crafting. You'll find a huge variety of sizes, shapes and colors for homemade wreaths. For a breezy summer feeling all year long, make a colorful wreath with starfish, colored shells and beach glass, or create an all-white design to use as decor for a beach wedding.

Starfish Wreath

Use a grapevine wreath of any size. Purchase one large starfish 8 or 9 inches across and an assortment of smaller starfish, white or colorfully dyed, ranging in size from 2 inches to 5 or 6 inches. Before gluing, arrange the starfish on the wreath. Cover the entire wreath with the smallest starfish, then arrange the 5- or 6-inch ones, leaving the center bottom space for the largest, the 8- or 9-inch starfish. When you're satisfied with your arrangement, glue the starfish to the wreath. Tie a piece of raffia into a bow and glue it beside the largest starfish.

White Wreath

Cover a Styrofoam wreath of any size with wide, white satin ribbon. Secure the beginning end of the ribbon with a pin and wrap the ribbon around the wreath, gluing it to the wreath as you work. (It's best to use craft glue rather than a glue gun because hot glue can melt the Styrofoam.) Using an assortment of small white seashells, arrange the shells on the wreath, covering it completely, and glue them in place. Allow the glue to dry. Place three larger decorative shells, such as scallop or sun moon shells, in a cluster on the bottom left and glue them on top of the smaller shells. Make a large bow from the same white satin ribbon you used to wrap the wreath and glue it to the center bottom of the wreath.

Shells with Beach Glass Wreath

Buy multi-colored shells and beach glass, or choose one or two colors of each type of material. For example, use pink and white shells such as apple blossom, pink tellins and sea urchins with pink and white beach glass. Or pair green littorina, cat's eyes and limpet shells with green beach glass. Use a grapevine wreath of any size. Arrange the largest shells and glass pieces on the wreath and fasten them using a glue gun. Fill in any openings with the smaller shells and glass pieces and glue them in place. Cut an 18-inch piece of narrow, satin ribbon to match your shell colors. Glue small shells and glass pieces to it. Form two loops to resemble a bow, without actually tying it. Place it on the wreath and glue it in place.

Draw Shadow The Hedgehog

Shadow the Hedgehog is from the popular "Sonic the Hedgehog" video game and television series. Using Photoshop Elements 5.0 or any other type of digital or traditional medium, you can draw Shadow the Hedgehog in 10 easy steps.

Instructions

Drawing Shadow

1. Draw a large circle with a very small circle below it. At the lower inside of the large circle, add a horizontal oval that expands past the outside of that circle.

2. At the bottom of the small circle, add/connect another circle that is equal in size. On the left of those circles, add two triangles that look like shark fins. The top portions of the “fins” should bow out, with the bottom bowing in. The bottom-most fin should be slightly smaller. Think of two right parenthesis ) ) laying down on the left side, this is how the “fins” should bow.

3. Where the primary circle and first small circle meet, start drawing the right arm and have it bend to the right. After you reach the bent arm’s desired length, add a vertical rectangle. After adding the rectangle, add a mitten with the thumb facing up. Do the same now for the left (back) arm, except this arm is pointing down.

4. To the left of the second smaller circle, add a long triangle for Shadow’s tail. At the bottom of the same circle, draw two long tubes that will be Shadow’s legs. At the bottom of the tubes, add two large right-sloping mounds for his shoes.

5. Add two triangles to the top of the large circle you drew first for Shadow’s ears. To the left of his head, add upward sweeping triangles for Shadow’s spikes. There should be five in total.

6. Form Shadow’s face by adding smaller triangles inside the ear triangles that were drawn in Step 5. Trace over the spikes that were drawn in Step 5 to add depth to Shadow’s head. Above the rectangle you drew in Step 1, add Shadow’s eyes, which resemble work goggles. His eyes look cat-like, so give him elongated pupils. Inside the rectangle, add a grimacing smile with all Shadow’s teeth showing. Add a long, large nose to the right of the rectangle.

7. Now trace over the back, stomach spikes and leg guidelines, adding depth to Shadow’s body. Add a "furry blaze" on his chest near his large head. You can add this blaze by creating a spikey half circle with small triangles that have open bases inside.

8. Add detail to Shadow’s shoes. His shoes are very blocky, almost Frankenstein-like, so make sure you use sharp angles when drawing his shoes; they are red and white. Shadow’s “socks” are yellow metal and blocky.

9. Add Shadow’s arms and gloves. The right hand is closed, so you only need to add the thumb and index finger. The bottom part of the glove is also blocky, so make this part angular as well. The left hand is open and pointing down. There are two ways to draw Shadow’s hand: one way is completely open with his fingers straight; the other way is to have his fingers bent slightly. This image shows his fingers slightly bent. For the slightly bent look, draw the finger ovals that are vertical—up on the palm.

10. Clean up your guidelines; you now reveal a cleanly drawn Shadow the Hedgehog. His colors are black and red, so reflect that in your image.