All About Eve ART gallery

Browse Evelyn's collection of fine art created just for her (and many of her friends). Please let us know how you like them and or if you want to see more.

Sketches and more sketches

The history of sketching began in prehistoric times, over 70,000 years ago, with the earliest known drawings found in cave art, depicting animals and abstract concepts using natural pigments. It evolved as a specialized visual communication tool, eventually developing into early forms of writing. In Western art, sketching was often a preparatory step for paintings and sculptures, a practice exemplified by artists like Leonardo da Vinci, while in ancient China, brush drawing achieved status as a fine art. The 18th century brought advancements in pencil manufacturing, standardizing tools, and modern trends continue to encourage sketching for personal expression, community building, and diverse career paths.

My personal path into sketching started...

My paintings

Painting offers both therapeutic and creative benefits, including stress reduction, improved mental well-being, and enhanced fine motor skills and concentration. It also provides a unique form of self-expression that can help you communicate feelings and ideas nonverbally, build self-confidence, and develop a greater appreciation for your surroundings.

My personal journey started...

Gratitude rocks

The "gratitude rock" is a modern practice where a physical rock serves as a tangible reminder to cultivate a feeling of thankfulness. While its exact origin is unclear, it emerged in the 2010s as a simple, personal tool for practicing gratitude through pocket reminders or by decorating and hiding rocks for others to find. The practice has gained popularity through various channels, including social media, and craft projects.

I am forever grateful for ...

Bracelets

The history of bracelets is ancient, with some of the earliest examples dating back over 40,000 years to the Denisova Cave in Siberia. Bracelets, initially crafted from natural materials like bone, stone, and shells, served functional, symbolic, and decorative purposes across diverse ancient cultures, from the protective talismans of the Stone Age to status symbols in Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. Over millennia, materials evolved to include metals like copper, bronze, gold, and silver, with craftsmanship advancing to create elaborate pieces that reflected changing social customs, religious beliefs, and fashion trends, including modern trends like charm bracelets.

Bracelets are special because they serve a variety of symbolic and functional purposes, ranging from personal adornment and cultural identity to cultural & religious significance and health benefits. They can represent love and friendship, signify status or wealth, and are often worn for spiritual protection or for good luck. Additionally, some bracelets have been historically tied to specific purposes like denoting group identity, a cause, or even ownership.

But for me bracelets represent ...

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