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  1. Tiny art Tiny art is small work in two or three dimensions measuring no larger than 20cm by 20cms. One benefit of a theme like this is that many entries can be displayed within the studio space. It also challenges artists to focus their ideas by narrowing down the size and scope of the work. 2. Local inspiration An exhibition inspired by a location, town, city or place. This theme brings out diverse artistic interpretations of a local space and is broad enough to produce a wide range of works. Invite along local community members as part of a judging or evaluation panel, include them in an opening event to enhance the feeling of the local theme. 3. Inspired by great artists Pick a famous artist as an inspiration—for example, Van Gogh, Degas, Rembrandt, Pollock, or Picasso—and encourage artists to create a work which displays a figurative, literal or thematic inspiration of that particular artist’s work on their own. 4. Famous landmarks Choose a famous international landmark or...

  1. Set The Tone at The Front Door If you want your house to make a great first impression, paint the front door a fun, glossy hue. "Red is a lucky color in many cultures," says Lara Allen-Brett, a New Jersey-based stager. A red door meant "welcome" to weary travelers in early America, and on churches it represents a safe haven. Two other hues gaining favor: orange and yellow, according to San Francisco-based stager Christopher Breining. Both colors are associated with joy and warmth. One thing that should go: an outdated screen door. Get rid of it or replace it with a storm door with full-length glass that you can switch out for a screened panel. 2. Paint Wall Colors Light and Neutral Stick to colors like beige or gray, especially on the first floor, where flow is important. "You want to minimize jarring transitions," says Breining. Neutral walls give you the greatest decorating flexibility, allowing you to easily switch up your accessories. And if you h...

  When trying to impart an important moral lesson to kids, short stories are often the go-to for most parents. It not only tickles their imagination, but it also teaches them about life. Short stories have a way of teaching lessons that makes them more relatable and interesting. Rather than just telling your kid not to lie, relating a short story about it helps them understand what happens when they lie. It helps them become more aware of their actions and their consequences. The moral lessons from these stories also help shape their character and moral compass as they grow old. Here are 10 short stories with moral lessons that your kids (and even some adults) will learn a thing or two from: 1. The Hare and the Tortoise There was once a hare who was friends with a tortoise. One day, he challenged the tortoise to a race. Seeing how slow the tortoise was going, the hare thought he’ll win this easily. So he took a nap while the tortoise kept on going. When the hare woke up, he saw tha...