PIcsArt Monthly Magazine February Issue

Monthly
Issue #05 | February 2014

Scotland
Photo
Adventure
Interview
with
Amardeep
Photography

The Landscape
Photographer
from Sardinia
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Welcome!
PicsArt is pleased to present its February
issue, which contains tips from the pros,
articles that will entice you to try new things,
some exciting news and introductions to
some of the most creative PicsArt users in our
community.
This month Lou Jones shares his veteran
knowledge of one of photography's most
important elements: lenses. He explains why
choosing the lens itself is an art, and breaks
down the abundant options available to help
you choose the best one for your purposes.
As long awaited spring approaches we
anticipate new topics to take photos of.
Flowers are symbols of spring and Chris
Corradino, our photography guru, will share
his best tips on how to take amazing flower
photography.
You will also want to check out our tutorials
this month, as we demonstrate how to create
a new background for your photo using
PicsArt and share a brand new DIY for a fun
project in your spare time.

Enjoy reading and feel free to send us your
feedback at info@picsart.com.

@ma_lina

That's not all you'll find in this monthly
edition-there's so much more. You’ll also
take a photo adventure through Scotland,
meet our Sardinian PicsArtist of the Month,
browse featured galleries and learn about
PicsArt’s many features and most exciting
developments!

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The Secret of
Lenses
by Lou Jones
Famous portrait photographer Yousuf Karsh
once quipped, “Look and think before opening
the shutter. The heart and mind are the true
lens of the camera.” To that point, our talent and
energy create good photographs. And while
the camera is the repository of details and data,
lenses actually shape the way those images look.
Choosing a camera is technical, utilitarian and
economic. Choosing the right lens is art.
As our tools grow more sophisticated, it is easier
for us to fashion more interesting photographs.
The differences between amateur point and
shoot, prosumer, mirrorless, cell phones and
DSLRs cameras are constantly being reduced,
but lens choices are ever expanding: autofocus,
vibration reduction, variable aperture, etc.
Besides improving our capabilities, lenses have
character and personality. You change lenses
for simple reasons. If you want to see more, you
mount a wide angle lens. The “glass” actually
captures more than you can see with your naked
eye. If you are trying to shoot a friend on the
opposite ledge of the Grand Canyon and you cannot approach closer, you
need a telephoto. It produces a much narrower angle than your eyes.
In practice using depth-of-field can dramatically alter the appearance of an
image. A wide aperture can be employed to throw a distracting background
out of focus and enhance a delicate portrait. While a small aperture will put
everybody in focus for a big group photo. Your eyes can’t do that.
Artistically, different focal lengths have unique looks. Here I will share the
secret lore that is never revealed: lenses “see” differently, i.e. they have
personalities. And with a trained eye that character can be exploited by your
imagination, to your benefit.
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PRO INSIGHT

Long lenses PULL subject and background closer together; they compress
a shot. At the same time, telephotos isolate. Short lenses PUSH point-ofinterest and the surrounding scene apart. Wide angles integrate. It takes
a little practice to become familiar with the effects but it is well worth the
investigation.
Usually you select a lens to include just the amount of information you want
your viewers to see. That dictates composition. Physically, you use a wide
angle up close to your subject. It is intimate. It is aggressive. My friend often
said, “A wide angle will make you mean.” On the flip side, a telephoto allows
you to be a little aloof.
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Photos by Lou Jones

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To further muddy the waters, there is another candidate: the
zoom lens. It was initially invented to be a multi-purpose device:
to cut down on weight and make you more mobile. Zooms give
you an infinite selection of focal lengths. They are complicated
and expensive but they fill in the “blanks”.
Most photography is committed between 35mm and 100mm.
But to round out the roster I have to mention the extreme lenses:
fisheyes and ultra telephotos. They are usually specialty items
but worthy of consideration once you have mastered the others.
There is a lens to fit every compromise. I carry an assortment on
my jobs around the world and I have the bad back to prove it.
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@shee2606

INSPIRATION : Photo


Photo Gallery of Birds
Perhaps the most common subject of wildlife
photography are birds. Professional and amateur
photographers alike are always reaching for their
camera in hopes of getting a good shot of birds-resting
or in flight. This gallery showcases some successful
attempts by PicsArt community photographers to
capture birds.

@arinas

Many a child, even some adults, identify with the
desire to be able to fly, the ultimate perceived
freedom. This may be why we are so inclined to try
and document birds in flight while they are exercising
what we cannot, but wish we could. In this way, birds
and the freedom associated with them are cause for
jealousy and admiration. This gallery shows birds
taking off in groups and as individuals, gliding through
the skies, and resting on land, idling before taking off.


@gravest

@bf3


@nia9613

@yoonjongmin

@ayasephotography

@ultrapixel


PICSART IN ACTION
@smalldoll

Many Shades of
Black
PisArt effects are transformative, but
while there is a lot of excitement in seeing
a photo go through a total metamorphosis
with just a push of the button, it is also
important to have nuance.
People often make the mistake of thinking
that B&W achieves one look when in
reality, it is a category, with its own
variety of flavors and styles. This time we
demonstrate how a single photo looks
after having several PicsArt B&W effects
applied. The trick to great editing is caring
about getting all of the details right, and
with PicsArt, you can always edit with
discriminating taste and nuance in your
pursuit for photography perfection.

B&W
film

B&W

B&W
HDR

B&W
blur

A Focus on Flower Photography
by Chris Corradino
As the snow melts and winter fades I grow restless to once again photograph
the cheerful colors of spring. The spectacular patterns of flowers and plant
life offer a never ending array of photographic opportunity. The experience
is peaceful, solitary, and forces one to slow down and connect with the subtle
details of nature. Rather than settling for static compositions, my goal is to
further accentuate the beauty of these subjects with creative photography
techniques. In this issue I share some of my favorite tips for you to try.
Before venturing outside, it's helpful to practice your flower photography
at home with a store bought bouquet. With no wind to move and blur your
subject, you can focus on making well-lit and sharp images. Expensive studio
equipment is not necessary to create stunning results. To start, position the
vase near a window with abundant sunshine. Couple this with a basic desk
lamp to create rather dramatic light. For an added touch of brilliance, use a
silver or gold reflector to soften the shadows. If you don't have a reflector,
it's easy to make one by taping an 8x10 piece of aluminum foil to a piece of
cardboard.


TUTORIAL : Shooting


Don't be afraid to get down and dirty
as the most interesting point of view
is often that of an insect. I set my
camera up very low to the ground
on a tripod. Using a camera support
system makes the process more
deliberate and allows one to focus
and compose with great care. If your
camera has a "live view" mode with a
swivel out screen, it makes for more
convenient viewing. In a pinch you
can even rest your camera on the
ground and angle the lens skyward
with a stone, or your lens cap.


Photos by Chris Corradino

It may seem counter intuitive, but I often search for leaves
or flower petals that are positioned in front of my subject. I
then shoot through this first element by placing my lens mere
inches away from it. Coupled with a very wide aperture of f2.8
this technique will create a beautiful wash of color in both the
foreground and background. Just be sure to place your active
auto focus point on the part of the flower you want sharpest. This
involves a bit of trial and error at first but can absolutely give your
flower shots a truly unique look.

One of the best times to photograph flowers is just
after a rain storm. The water drops left behind will
add more visual interest to your close up work. In
dry areas some photographers even bring a spray
bottle filled with water to recreate a similar look.
I look for drops that hang precariously from the
edge of a leaf, and those that appear just seconds
from falling to the ground. To really capture the
delicate beauty of the drops move closer to the
subject either with your feet, or by zooming in.


How to change the background of
a photo with PicsArt
Have you ever taken a photo and wished that you could somehow change
the background of it? Make it seem like you are somewhere else, in a
different setting? In this tutorial we will show you how to do just that.
Armed with this knowledge you'll be able to change the background of any
photo, virtually taking your subject wherever you want it to go!


TUTORIAL : Editing

Step 1: Select a Photo
Open PicsArt and click on Draw.
Click on the "Draw on Photo"
option and choose the photo you
wish to use as your main photo.
Step 2: Crop Your Photo
Decide on cropping options
and push the checkmark for
confirmation.


Step 3: Add a Layer
Click on the bottom right icon
to see the layers. Select the "+"
button in the top left corner of the
layer toolbar to add another layer.
Step 4: Select Photo Layer
Select the "Photo Layer" option.
Step 5: Choose a Background
Choose the image you want to
serve as your background.


Step 7: Crop the Background
Crop the image if required and
confirm it with the checkmark.
Step 8: Rearrange Photos
Rearrange the layers so that the
foreground image is at the top, and
the background beneath it.
Step 9: Start Erasering
Select the eraser tool to begin
revealing the new background of
your photo.


Step 9: Adjust Brush
Options and Erase
Adjust your brush size as necessary
and carefully erase any parts of
your image that you wish to be
replaced with a new background.
Step 10: Return to Editor
Select the checkmark in the top
right corner to return to the editor
for any final touches.
Step 11: Add an Effect
Select the effect you wish to apply
to your new image and voila! Your
image appears in a whole new
setting.


How to Draw a Bird
Step by Step
In this tutorial we show you how to use PicsArt Drawing Tools to draw a
bird. Birds have many detailed features- colorful feathers, defined beaks
and sharp contrasting eyes , which can seem like a daunting feat to reproduce on a mobile device. The right tools and proper guidance can make
drawing birds and all their natural details start to seem less challenging and
become a fun creative process.
This tutorial will help you to further familiarize yourself with PicsArt
Drawing Tools and break down the process of creating a detailed, vibrant
drawing by working in layers.


TUTORIAL : Drawing

Draw Basic
Outline
Draw a rough outline of
your bird. Approximate
the size and proportions of
his body, his position, and
maybe even some of your
background.

Open the PicsArt
Drawing Tool
Select “Draw” from the main screen
and then select “Draw blank” to start
a new drawing from scratch. You have
the option of choosing the precise
width, height, and orientation of your
drawing before entering your work
space.


Draw Final
Outline
Color the
Drawing
In new layers, color you
drawing. Use a layer just for
your sky, another for your
background, and another for
your bird’s body and feathers.


Reduce the opacity, and in
a higher layer, trace a more
precise final outline. Add details
like head feathers, shape the
beak, and outline patches of
feathers. When you’re done,
delete previous layers.

Shading
and Lighting
In new layers, add shading and lighting. Use darker tones in
one layer to darken areas furthest from your light source. In
another layer, use lighter tones to brighten areas closest to
your light source. You can even use extra layers to add details.
Merge layers when done.


Finish
Background
In your background layer, give your sky texture by adding
blotches of white for clouds. Use semi translucent brushes
to create out of focus objects like branches and leaves in
the background.


Designing a
Postcard on
PicsArt
The PicsArt toolbox is chock full of treats
catered to the creation of all kinds of
projects. This tutorial will show you
how easy it is to use PicsArt to create an
amazing looking postcard. In minutes,
you’ll have your very own original
postcard that will have others dreaming
of long voyages, and you wondering why
you ever bothered to buy one when you
can do so much better yourself. Take a
look at this step by step tutorial and get
your creative juices flowin’!


TUTORIAL : Design


@jawjairay

Upload a
Photo
From the main screen, upload
the photo that you want to use
as the base for your postcard.
It works best if you use a photo
of a wonderful and exotic place
where you are on vacation!


Insert Clipart
Stamp
Select the Clipart icon from the
bottom of the screen, and choose
“Retro Travel” from the pop-up
menu. Select a stamp of your
preference and reduce the opacity
for extra style.

Paper
Effect
Select the Effects icon, and
choose a Paper effect to give
your card a paper look. Don’t
forget to adjust the effect
settings to your preference
before applying.

Add
Mask
Select the Mask icon, and
choose“Texture” from the popup menu. Select a texture mask
to give your card a worn look, as
if it has suffered through a long
flight on a postal company plane.


Add text to Your
PostCard
Add text to your PostCard to
indicate the location you are
sending it from, and maybe
inspire your recipient to plan a
visit of their own.

You now have a gorgeous, custom postcard all set for mailing!

Photos by Paulo Guimaraes


INSPIRATION : Drawing

The Abstract
Paintings of Paulo
Guimaraes
Paulo Guimaraes (@buddha3074) is PicsArt’s
resident abstract painter. Using only PicsArt
Drawing Tools, he creates true works of
impressionistic art, colors sewn and stitched
together, indistinct shapes that exhume
feeling and expression. Paulo does this with
his fingertips and a touch screen, but many
of these would be at home on a canvas or
hanging on display at galleries of modern art.
His style is his own, and that style is one with
its own variety. Some of his paintings are
formless clouds of color and texture, others
are abstracted scenes that almost seem to
become tangible shapes, while others still
recall primitive cave paintings. Have a look
for yourself and draw your own conclusions.
His work is thought-provoking and hard to
describe, but when viewing his art one word
comes to mind instantly without hesitation,
and that is “beautiful”. His paintings are just
that.


NEW IN APP

PicsArt Hits 100 mln Installs
on Android
Just over two years since it’s launch in late 2011, PicsArt Photo Studio has
become the first app in the photography category to surpass 100 million
installs on Google Play. This is a huge milestone for any start-up, as there are
only 40 apps to ever reach this number. PicsArt is also one of the very few
apps with 100+ installs with a consistent high user rating of over 4.6, which it
shares with less than 5 other apps on Google Play.
What makes PicsArt unique and successful is its ability to pack a
comprehensive photo editing and drawing features into the easy-to-use and
intuitive interface of a mobile app. PicsArt is not just an app, it’s the largest
mobile art community currently at 11 million users, where artists are inspired
to share, learn, and create together. Users have the option to share their art
with the world, either via outside networks or within PicsArt’s ever-growing
social network of artists. Thus, it is the only photo editor that offers the
complete creative package, providing the tools and the inspiration to ensure
that everyone can unleash the great artist within.
PicsArt’s user-base ranges from total beginners and amateur artists to
professional photographers summing up to over 110 mln users on Android,
iOS, and Windows Phone. What is particularly impressive is that PicsArt's
massive growth was generated almost entirely from word-of-mouth, with
users spreading the word like wildfire, telling their friends and family about
the one-stop photo app that has it all.
None of this would have been possible without the dedication of the users.
PicsArt returns the favor by crowdsourcing its decisions, listening to its
community at each major junction and responding by developing PicsArt in
step with the opinions and wishes of the ever- growing user base. As a result,
user contribute to creating a place where everyone sees their potential to
become a great artist and the place where this comes true.
PicsArt was born from a bootstrap mentality. It was the company’s ambition
from the start to create an all-in-one app with an arsenal that could rival the
best desktop editors and to make it available to everyone by keeping it free
and easy to use. PicsArt appeals to the inner artist inside of everyone, and
strives to be present on every smartphone and tablet , thus providing the
chance to become a great artist and share their art with the world.

Android Update
Offering New and Cool
Effects and Features
This creative package has some of the most exciting
additions to PicsArt effects. These new and trendy
effects come in a diverse group which will have you
experimenting and playing for hours on end.
Also new, is the improved Shape Crop tool, loaded with
new options, and the Save Draft option in the drawing
section, which will give you the freedom to save projects
that are still in progress so that you can work at your
own pace. Save Draft will free you from the constraints
of time, so that you can create and take a break, without
ever losing your progress.
Discover the awesome new features of the Android
Update, and to give it a test drive yourself, make a
pitstop at the Google Drive for a free tune-up, courtesy
of our developers.

Water Effect
With the new Water Effect you can add a ring of ripples
to your photo, making it look like you took it on a lake,
river, or maybe a puddle reflecting city skyscrapers.

Film Effect
Make your photos look like they came out of an old
school Hollywood movie with our new Film Effect.

Film B&W
For an even more nostalgic look of old Hollywood, add
the Film B&W option to turn your photos into black and
white images harkening back to the days of colorless
film.

Radial Blur
Add blur in a circular formation to your photos
with our new Radial Blur option in the Effects
menu. This effect chooses an automatic focal
point and blurs everything around it. But don’t
worry, you can adjust the focal point according to
your photo!

Save Draft in Draw
If you are in the middle of a drawing, Save Draft
let’s you save a work in progress so that you can
put it down for a while and get back to it later,
without having to finalize your drawing. It also
automatically saves any additional changes to
your image, so you can continue at your own pace.

Artistic Shear
Add chaotic strokes of movement into your photo for an interesting new look.
This new effect can be found in the Artistic section of the effects. It provides
for a number of variations, you can choose from five different stroke types
and adjust their size.


New Shape
Crop
Options
The new and
fun shapes
give you even
more artistic
freedom with
the Shape
Crop tool.
New shapes
added include
cloud, star,
heart among
other fun
shapes.

Color Gradient
Color Gradient is a trendy new effect with endless possibilities to enrich a
photo. Create a gradient from one color tone to another. Choose from one of
five preset color combinations or select whatever two colors you like.


INERVIEW

All photos by Amardeep. Find him at amardeepphotography.com or on Facebook at

https://www.facebook.com/photographyamardeep

Amardeep's Volcanic
Photography
Armadeep is a photographer who was born in India but is
based in Singapore. His education background, is mixed with an
engineering degree from Manipal Institute of Technology, in South
India, as well as an MBA from the University of Chicago, and he
works in the corporate world. In spite of this, however, he pursues
his passion for photography with a full heart.
We asked him about the photos he took at the Mount Merapi
volcano in Indonesia.
To start off, can you tell us where these photos were taken and
why the faces in these pictures are dark blue?
These photos were taken at the Hindu Boko temple in the
outskirts of Yogyakarta (Indonesia). The ruins of the ancient
temple stand close to the Mount Merapi volcano, at a distance
of around 25 kilometers. The blueness on the face is because
of the volcanic ash which the villagers have smeared for a dance
performance.
What is the meaning behind the event that is taking place here?
When opposites collide, it results in conflict and hostility. In
their embrace, there is love and friendship. The law of creation is
nothing else but a dance of celebration!
Mankind and nature can be seen in a state of conflict and
embrace. Time and again, the energy from volcanic eruptions of
Mount Merapi continues to destroy the region. When the going
gets tough, the villagers abandon their homes for shelters far
away. However it is the eruption that also provides fertility as well
as minerals, creating a wealth of earning opportunities.
When eruptions subside, like a magnet, the villagers return to the
region and make the most of the new environment. Living at the
edge, they embrace the volcano, for its destructive and generative
powers.

This is a live volcano, is this a dangerous place to live for these
villagers?
Mount Merapi is the most active volcano in Indonesia, with a
history of regular eruption since 1548. It erupts every 3-4 years,
with the last devastation caused on the 25th of October, 2010.
The volcanic ash and stones destroyed many villages falling within
a radius of 25 kilometers.
It is unpredictably very dangerous but that doesn't deter the
thousands of villagers from continuing to live in its periphery.
They embrace living with the risk of destruction in exchange for
land fertility opportunities created by eruptions.
Merapi is translated as 'Mountain of Fire', Etymology of Merapi
comes from Meru-Api. In Indian Hinduism, Meru refers to a
mythical spiritual mountain that remains elusive, and Api is fire in
Javanese.
How did you personally find out about this event?
It was a chance witness during a visit to Boko temple. My
photography pursuits are intuitive and my mental state with a
camera in hand is like a white cloud. “The being of a white cloud,
it's pathless way, is a mystery. It moves not with a fixed mind – but
without a mind.”
I look for an experience, that can only be achieved by moving
without a mind. The opportunity that arises before me, is the
essence that I aim to capture.
That's exactly what happened in the creation of this series.
What impressions did you take away from this experience?
This dance of celebration at Boko temple was an experience that
reinforced the need to accept creation, with both, fear and joy,
striving to find a balance in our lives.
What kind of equipment did you use to shoot these photos?
Canon 5D Mark II and Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM Lens.


Here is what Armadeep had to say about this photo:
“These stairs lead to a volcanic ash protection bunker. In ash expelling
emergencies, when people are not able to evacuate immediately, then
these bunkers can provide temporary relief. These bunkers are not capable
of protecting from lava expulsion. Two people tried many years back to
test the bunkers ability to protect from lava flow, though the scientists at
the base station advised them to retreat immediately. The heat from lava
around the bunker, roasted them inside.”


@i-not

FEATURE : Photo


The Painted
Shoulder
The Photo of the Month this February
is not just a photo, but a hybrid of lens
and brush work. User Toni (@i-not)
used PicsArt to take a photo and make
it extraordinary, by elegantly blending
drawing and photography into the
image you see here. PicsArt is about
unleashing your inner artist, and that
means being inventive and blurring
the boundaries of the way we are
used to seeing things done. Here, Toni,
literally blurs boundaries, by blending
her brush into the naked shoulder of
a woman, and continuing it outside of
the photo’s frame.
Toni has long been one of PicsArt’s
most skilled drawers, and here she
applies her understanding of texture,
shape, and shading to craft this
creative image delicately and fuse
drawing and photography together.
Toni also understands how less
is more, and by focusing on just a
single piece of the photograph, a
simple finished shoulder, this piece
achieves an elegant clarity and sense
of purpose. The result is a beautiful
Photo of the Month, that merits a
pause of admiration.


@mavicsuarez

FEATURE : Destination


Scotland Photo
Adventure
The most unique shots of Scotland and
where to get them
Many visitors to Great Britain find that they barely
make it out of London, even when they have a
week or more to discover this island. However, the
photographers amongst that group might know that
there are some amazing images to be captured north
of the border of England. This time we shed light on the
fascinating land of Scotland so you don’t miss any of the
best places to get pictures on your visit to Great Britain.

Edinburgh
For a city of less than half a million people, Edinburgh
certainly has a lot of personality. Populated with some
absolutely astonishing examples of old architecture,
Edinburgh enjoys many old churches, landmarks and, of
course, the 12th Century Edinburgh Castle, which sits
atop Castle Rock and looks over the whole city.
Even the streets and the houses seem to be lifted out
of another age entirely, and if you’re lucky, you’ll find
where the city gates used to keep people out at night!
Edinburgh is absolutely swimming in literary history
and folk tales, so whether you’re wandering through the
graveyards, going on a ghost tour or simply wandering
the streets on a cold but sunny morning, you’ll have no
shortage of things to photograph.
Of course, if you’re lucky enough to spend Hogmanay,
the Scottish celebration of New Years in Edinburgh,
then you’re going to have an incredible night. Don’t
forget your camera!


@albanachan


The Isle of Skye
Although it’s easily mistaken for the top part of Scotland on a map, the Isle
of Skye is in fact the largest island of the Inner Hebrides, right at the top of
Great Britain. Dominated by the famous Cuillin mountains, the Isle of Skye
is a treat for landscape photographers and tourists alike with its brooding,
intense nature and its ability to catch you completely off guard with its
majesty and beauty.
Portree Harbour is a bustling port just perfect for a Scotland photography
tour, but there’s really nowhere you can go on Skye that won’t make for an
absolutely thrilling adventure photo tour. The Isle is also known for its long
history of scotch distilling, so be sure to sample some of the local tipple–
but not before you’ve got a day’s worth of images, because you might not
be able to focus afterwards, with or without your camera!


Ben Nevis
The famous Ben Nevis is Britain’s highest summit,
offering unparalleled views of the stark and stunning
beauty of Scotland, and landscape photographers would
be crazy to miss such an opportunity for some truly
gorgeous pictures of Scotland from anywhere along its
vast height. Situated deep into the highlands, Ben Nevis
isn’t easy to get to, but an adventure photography trip to
its summit will always be worth your while.

@mavicsuarez

At over 1300 meters above sea level, Ben Nevis and
the surrounding Grampian Mountains are a mecca for
landscape photographers not just from the UK, but from
all over the globe. It really is true that driving north into
Scotland can feel like you’re entering ancient land, and
Ben Nevis is the cherry on the top of this stunning vista.


@scaussie
@askival


@gavbrooster


Make a Flower
Vase from A
Bottle
Why limit yourself to the
vases available in flower
shops or at Home Depot?
Get creative, and make
your own, unique DIY
flower vase! In order to do
this, you will need:

Photos by @ma_lina

1. An empty wine bottle
or a regular glass jar
2. Masking tape
3. Acrylic paint (for glass)

Step 2
Paint the un-taped
area of the vase in
different colors,
shapes, designswhatever you like.

Step 1
You will be painting the
vase so the first step is
to protect the areas you
don’t wish to paint with
masking tape. We have
designed our vase with
stripes, but feel free to
design your own paintfree areas.

Step 3
Wait for the paint to dry
and remove the masking
tape from the vase.

Step 4
If you wish to add small
images, a message, or
anything else to the newly
exposed area you may do so.
If you do add anything else
be sure to wait for it to dry
before using your vase!

Your vase is now ready!
All it needs is a nice
flower to complete it’s
look and purpose.


Photos by : @rublev1360

FEATURE : Artist


The Landscape
Photographer
from Sardinia
Andrea (@rublev1360) is a Russian
PicsArtist living currently in Sardinia,
who loves photographing the natural
side of life. He uses his mobile camera
to capture the marvelous landscapes
from a perspective many would not
even consider. In everything Andrea
does there is taste and a unique
approachw. He has a keen eye for form
and composition, and he manages to
emphasize the beauty of the natural
world in his framing as well as in his
choices of lighting.
The types of landscapes that inspire
him are vast and varying, ranging
from buildings, to raging waves,
to the wide open road. He is a
dedicated PicsArt user and mobile
photographer, demonstrating that you
can use mobile tools to create unique
and recognizable art. Though his
landscapes change, his style remains
the same and PicsArt has allowed
him to discover and develop it. He is a
great example of what it means to be
a mobile artist/photographer and we
acknowledge this by choosing him as
PicsArtist of the month.


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