Deepavali Rangolis
No Deepavali is complete without a rangoli. Rangolis are an expression of the myriad colours that are associated with Diwali.
Here are a few rangolis...
Omar Khayyam (Metal Carving)
Materials needed A metal sheet- 3mmCarving tools- 2 Black paint (matt)Paint brushmasking tapePicture you need to carve
Keep ready a picture that you want to...
Mirror Etching
We have seen a lot of carvings on fruits and vegetables in this section. All very impressive and done by our own M.Comers. For...
Through the artistic hands…
My name is Reuben Chris Rego and I am an Engineer by profession currently doing my tour of duty, offshore, off Abu Dhabi. For...
Metal Embossing – Horse face
Materials needed A metal sheet- 3mm Carving tools- 2 (or alternatively you could use a sharp screw driver set ?small)Anti-rust paintHammerPlywood ? the size of...
Clita Crasta: Making Christmas ornaments from Scrap
As a Christmas special feature, Mangalorean.com presents on 'Pots and Paints' some unique Christmas ornaments and accessories made by Clita Crasta from Oman.
Clita...
Glass Carving
Materials required
Glass ? (size to be proportionate to picture you need to carve)Glossy- black coloured adhesive paperArt knifeWhite & silver sparkle glueWhite carbon paperPenScissors
Method
Draw...
Glass Paintings: Straight From The Heart
I believe that Art is the voice of the soul. I worship my God through my art. Inspired by traditional Christian art and the...
Aluminum Embossing
Materials required
Aluminum embossing sheetBall Point PenWooden ChiselAnti Rust PaintA little amount of Kerosene oil
Method
Place the design paper on the aluminum sheet and press the...
Patch-work: Sofa Headrest Covers
The summer holidays for kids in the Gulf have already begun. The kids have a lot of time on their hands and instead of...
