The Charming Black Pearls

Black pearls belong to the black group. Legends tracked black pearls of the South Pacific regions and to the wide stretch of Cook Islands, Tahiti, Tuamotu Archipelago and in French Polynesia, specifically the Gambier Islands. Cook Islands are the area producing almost 38% of the world’s supply of pearls at present.

The most common black pearl is the Tahitian black pearl which is acquired through grafting. Pictada Margaritifera is the term used to denote those skilled technicians who cultured black pearls in Tahiti.Tahitian pearls carry a metallic steel gray color; naturally these color is produced from the secretions from multi colored mother of pearl.

Black Pearls also called black lipped pearls have variety of colors such as black, dark grey and dark green. Quite famous and expensive are “peacock green” pearls. There are also black dyed pearls and these are synthetically made. These dyed pearls usually lose their color overtime.

Black pearls are naturally bigger than white pearls because the mollusks producing them are generally larger. The black pearls’ mollusks can grow as large as 12 inches and can weigh up to 10 lbs. White pearls are cultures for only a period of 5 to 6 months, thus the growth is inhibited.

There are two classifications of black pearls:

1. Natural Black pearls which is rare. These pearls are found only in one every ten thousand mollusks. Diving the mollusks are illegal because endangering these pieces of natural pearls are being avoided.

2. Cultured Black Pearls are grafted from 18 to 24 months and harvested when the mother of pearl have produced the necessary thickness needed for the pearl’s durability.

Black pearls are alluring and can be valued from A-D grade using the following criterion:

1. Color or Hue. The brilliance or luster a pearl carries is usually a striking characteristic and catches the eye. The lustrous effect is not only brought about by reflection but also refraction of light. The mirror like brilliance in black pearls is the highest quality it carries.

2. Shape. 1 to 2% of pearls in the South Seas have perfectly round shapes. Round pearls are the most precious pearls with regards to shape categories. Drop or the pear shaped pearls can also be expensive when transformed into a highly priced necklaces, earrings or pendants. Some oysters which are organically produced pearls used in buttons, necklaces and bracelets are rated for the uniqueness they have. Flat pearls are commonly used for earrings and means accessories such as rings, tie tacks or tuxedo sets.

3. Size. Black pearls’ diameter can be measured by its millimeter. Polynesian pearls measure 8 to 12 mm; some large pearls found there can measure 13 to 18 mm. The largest pearls are the ones found in South Seas. Size can be a category in rating pearls although it does not increase the value they possess.

4. Surface. Pearls’ surface is another factor in grading a black pearl. Jewelry appraiser examines a pearl on its outer layer. Those pearls with markings (2 to 3 pin pricks) can still belong to A rating as long as its surface is clean. Those perfect pearls with flawless surface are rarely found although available and thus highly priced. Any spots and marks in the nacre reduce the rating of pearls to B C or D.

When buying black pearls, a lifetime guarantee must always accompany any purchase.

Certain stores offer black pearls such as Black Pearl Aspen which is situated in Aspen Colorado, the Black Pearl Hanalei in the Kauai Island of South Sea and Black Pearl Poipu in Hawaii. They offer different kinds of black pearls accessories and jewelries. You can have a relaxation over their scenic views while purchasing for your pearls.

Online stores also offer black pearls examples are overstock.com, blunile.com, and anandiapearls.com. The prices range from $219.99, $350.00 to as high as $1,500 depending on the set and kind of jewelries you want to purchase.

Black pearls can really be a misnomer. It doesn’t particularly refer to black gems but ranges in light to dark silver. Black pearls whether natural or cultured are alluring and incomparable. Buying for these items can be quite costly so the categories regarded to them must be completely observed. Collecting them can be a passion and can really be quite an investment for future.

Black pearls belong to the black group. Legends tracked black pearls of the South Pacific regions and to the wide stretch of Cook Islands, Tahiti, Tuamotu Archipelago and in French Polynesia, specifically the Gambier Islands. Cook Islands are the area producing almost 38% of the world’s supply of pearls at present.

The most common black pearl is the Tahitian black pearl which is acquired through grafting. Pictada Margaritifera is the term used to denote those skilled technicians who cultured black pearls in Tahiti.Tahitian pearls carry a metallic steel gray color; naturally these color is produced from the secretions from multi colored mother of pearl.

Black Pearls also called black lipped pearls have variety of colors such as black, dark grey and dark green. Quite famous and expensive are “peacock green” pearls. There are also black dyed pearls and these are synthetically made. These dyed pearls usually lose their color overtime.

Black pearls are naturally bigger than white pearls because the mollusks producing them are generally larger. The black pearls’ mollusks can grow as large as 12 inches and can weigh up to 10 lbs. White pearls are cultures for only a period of 5 to 6 months, thus the growth is inhibited.

There are two classifications of black pearls:

1. Natural Black pearls which is rare. These pearls are found only in one every ten thousand mollusks. Diving the mollusks are illegal because endangering these pieces of natural pearls are being avoided.

2. Cultured Black Pearls are grafted from 18 to 24 months and harvested when the mother of pearl have produced the necessary thickness needed for the pearl’s durability.

Black pearls are alluring and can be valued from A-D grade using the following criterion:

1. Color or Hue. The brilliance or luster a pearl carries is usually a striking characteristic and catches the eye. The lustrous effect is not only brought about by reflection but also refraction of light. The mirror like brilliance in black pearls is the highest quality it carries.

2. Shape. 1 to 2% of pearls in the South Seas have perfectly round shapes. Round pearls are the most precious pearls with regards to shape categories. Drop or the pear shaped pearls can also be expensive when transformed into a highly priced necklaces, earrings or pendants. Some oysters which are organically produced pearls used in buttons, necklaces and bracelets are rated for the uniqueness they have. Flat pearls are commonly used for earrings and means accessories such as rings, tie tacks or tuxedo sets.

3. Size. Black pearls’ diameter can be measured by its millimeter. Polynesian pearls measure 8 to 12 mm; some large pearls found there can measure 13 to 18 mm. The largest pearls are the ones found in South Seas. Size can be a category in rating pearls although it does not increase the value they possess.

4. Surface. Pearls’ surface is another factor in grading a black pearl. Jewelry appraiser examines a pearl on its outer layer. Those pearls with markings (2 to 3 pin pricks) can still belong to A rating as long as its surface is clean. Those perfect pearls with flawless surface are rarely found although available and thus highly priced. Any spots and marks in the nacre reduce the rating of pearls to B C or D.

When buying black pearls, a lifetime guarantee must always accompany any purchase.

Certain stores offer black pearls such as Black Pearl Aspen which is situated in Aspen Colorado, the Black Pearl Hanalei in the Kauai Island of South Sea and Black Pearl Poipu in Hawaii. They offer different kinds of black pearls accessories and jewelries. You can have a relaxation over their scenic views while purchasing for your pearls.

Online stores also offer black pearls examples are overstock.com, blunile.com, and anandiapearls.com. The prices range from $219.99, $350.00 to as high as $1,500 depending on the set and kind of jewelries you want to purchase.

Black pearls can really be a misnomer. It doesn’t particularly refer to black gems but ranges in light to dark silver. Black pearls whether natural or cultured are alluring and incomparable. Buying for these items can be quite costly so the categories regarded to them must be completely observed. Collecting them can be a passion and can really be quite an investment for future.

Dr Nathalie Fiset is a family doctor and a certified hypnotherapist. For more information go to: http://www.unlimitedpearls.com http://www.aperfectharmony.com or http://www.a-1hypnosis.com

Celebrities Like Their Pearls

Pearls never go out of style – they are always a classy and traditional wardrobe accessory that will never disappoint you. But this year they are a “front and center” fashion statement! Just ask celebrities like Sandra Bullok, Jennifer Anistan, or Courtney Cox.

So with more people in the market for pearls now is a good time for some “pearl talk.”

The pearl has always been a rather prim and proper piece of jewelry – classic and seeped in tradition. Well things they are a changing! The pearl is has had a very glamorous make over!

Yes, the classic strand still exists as it always will. But we warned we are seeing some vary daring looks from the pearl this season. Extra long lengths, tasseled multi strands, pearls with semi precious stone accents, pearls on gold or silver chains. The pearl has been transformed into a fun and fashionable accessory.

So if you’re going to be in the market for pearls this year here is what the Celebrities say you should know.

• The glow or radiance of a pearl is the most important quality. Avoid pearls that are chalky or dull as they will be weak and may crack or peal.

• The surface of the pearl should be blemish free – no bumps or cracks. Inspect under a bright light. Baroque pearls are the exception to this rule – their charm is in their irregularities.

• Pearls are measured in millimeters. The larger the pearl the higher the cost. A 6 mm pearl is going to be much less than a 12 mm pearl

• The least expensive pearls are the freshwaters which mainly come from China. They come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Average size is around 7 mm

• The best way to care for your pearls is simply to wear them. The natural skin oils keep them moisturized. Do not put them on until you are done with your cosmetics. This includes hair, facial, and perfume. The residues from these products will ruin your pearls. Do not wear your pearls in the water – chlorinated and salt water will damage them. Polish with a soft cloth and never use jewelry cleaning products on your pearls.

Quality pearls are not cheap but they will last a lifetime. Freshwater pearls are becoming very affordable. Not all of us will be in the market for “Real Pearls” and lucky us there are plenty of options. Swarovski makes a crystal pearl that is of the finest quality and quite difficult to tell from a true pearl for a fraction of the cost and they are available in a variety of colors.

There is an endless supply of imitation pearl or costume jewelry pearls on the market. These are offered in a wide variety of styles and colors. Great fun at affordable prices. Do you think Jennifer Garner wears the real thing for bumming around?

So you ask what’s “In Style” this season? Well I’m glad you asked!

• Pearl rings get the green flag – from low settings to monster large solitaire pearls, they are all the rave. A pearl ring can go from romantic and simple to sleek and stunning.

• The Bib Necklace makes a very dramatic statement. A broad necklace that tapers towards the back just like a baby’s bib [thus the name]. They range from extremely wide to as narrow as a ½”. This style works great with a simple black dress or strapless neckline.

• The multi-strand necklace is ever so preppy. They range from 12” to 18” and pearls are usually small to medium. The object of these necklaces is for every pearl to be in perfect placement. Very versatile and fashionable.

• The opera length necklace simply never disappears from the fashion scene. They measure 36” or longer and they can be worn as a long single lean line, doubled up, tied in a knot, wherever the moment takes you. These long strands are terrific for dressing up a pair of jeans or semi casual look.

• The tassel necklace from the footloose and fancy free1920s has made a come back, and rightly so! Today tassels are often made from tiny seed pearls or irregular baroques. They range in length fro short at 16” to navel length at 36”. The tassel necklace swings and sways with your movement making it a must have for those night of dancing.

• This season for first time, we are seeing pearls mixed with colored gems such as amethyst, peridot, or topaz. They compliment each other nicely – pearls with their soft and subtle shades mixed with semi precious gems with their vibrant and bold color. Picture it – what a fashion statement!

• Pearls mixed with silver is also new this season. Long silver chain dangle earrings accented with pearls, or freshwater droplets set on silver.

• This season the pearl is all about the color. Pearls are available in many hues but this season the “hot spot” is “lavender” and the lavender family ranging from pale iris to plum.

If you already own a beautiful classic pearl necklace its very easy to transform it into something from this season. Try adding a group of charms or pendants, fastening a vintage brooch or clip[ on earring at the bottom. You could mix various lengths or sizes of pearls together or entwine a silver or gold chain. How about mixing your real pearls with your fake pearls? The options are as endless as your imagination.

Remember when you freshen your wardrobe for the spring, freshen your costume jewelry too and Make Your Fashion Statement!

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London Vacations: Free Museums in London

In 2001, the British government – and specifically its Department for Culture, Media and Sport – made it possible for most British museums to get rid of its turnstiles and open its doors to the public. With the help of government subsidies and a change in the tax law, the museums will only be charging fees for special exhibits. The rest of the collections will be free for all residents… and tourists.

Great Britain has a long, rich history, and vacationing in London means access to an overwhelming amount of highly entertaining museums for people of all ages. The Imperial War Museum, the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich, the Victoria & Albert, the Theatre Museum, the National History Museum and the Science and Industry Museum are all vast storehouses of artifacts, displays and interactive exhibits that can fill an afternoon or an entire day.

Certain facilities (like the National Gallery and National Portrait Gallery, the Tate Galleries, and the British Museum) had been allowing fee-free entrance prior to the changes. But even attendance at those locations has increased in the years following the policy change.

During the November-April off-season (also the colder and rainier half of the year), these free museums are the perfect vacation destination. The majority of these venues offer meals, snacks and beverages, so you don’t even have to venture outside. If you can only hit the highlights, be sure to visit the following:

- the Rosetta Stone and the Elgin Marbles from the Parthenon at the British Museum

- the Blitz Experience and WWII planes and vehicles at the Imperial War Museum (as well as the sobering Holocaust Exhibition)

- the Dress Gallery at the V&A

- Van Gogh’s “Sunflowers” and JMW Turner’s “The Fighting Temeraire” at the National Gallery

- any exhibit currently showing in the Turbine Hall of the Tate Modern

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Flower Tattoos Gallery - How to Find the Best Flowers

Would you pay to find a good flower tattoos gallery? One that has hundreds of high quality designs that are ready to take to a tattoo artist to be inked? No? Are you going to pay for a tattoo? If you would pay good money for a tattoo why wont you pay for a good tattoo design? Don't sell yourself cheap.

Membership online tattoo galleries are the way to go when looking for high quality flower tattoos. The people who run those galleries have searched high and low to find the best tattoo designs available and put them in one place so you can find your tattoo. Within a larger online tattoo gallery you will find a flower tattoos gallery that you can search many different ways.

If you know what type of flower you want to have, you can search on that. If you haven't made a decision yet, you can just browse through the many categories of flowers. Keep in mind that you want your tattoo to be unique. As you're looking, use your imagination to think of ways to combine two or more designs to design your own tattoo. In a flower tattoos gallery you will be able to find several flower designs that you like and can combine those. Remember you will be able to download and print out as many designs as you like so you can sit down with them and decide which one will look better on you.

Flower tattoos are very popular. Don't get one just because everyone else has one or you saw one that looked cute. Get a design that has meaning for you. Just because it's cute now doesn't mean it will be cute next year. If you get a tattoo that expresses your personality you will cherish it for as long as you have it on your body.

Choosing a tattoo can be a hard decision. It will be with you for life so you want it to be unique and imaginative. Stop wasting time looking at website after website. Find a great flower tattoos gallery by joining a membership online tattoo gallery. You can look through thousands of the best tattoo designs all in one place.

Check out this review and make an investment now in one of the best membership tattoo gallery sites. Get unlimited downloads of tattoos so you can find the best tattoo designs for you.

Female Tattoo Gallery - Tips For Getting a Hold of Good Artwork

Finding a female tattoo gallery isn't a terribly difficult thing to do. I am sure that you'll find dozens of them by using search engines. The thing is that the engines are horrible at showing you were the high quality galleries are, though. Most people will never see eight percent of the great tattoos out there because of this. Well, here is a quick way to turn that around and find any great female tattoo gallery you need.

If you are fine with looking through a sea of generic, low end artwork, then search engines are perfect for you. This is all they seems to pull up and many of the people who look for tattoos this way will end up settling on one of those types of designs. People are in such a rush to get tattooed that they will go t the extreme of picking something they don't even 100% like. Some people look through hand endless amount of search results and think that this is the only kind of artwork there is, so they go ahead and pick the best available design at a random female tattoo gallery, which his never a good idea.

Since many people are having a real problem finding the high quality artwork they are after, it might be time to use an alternative method of searching. The best alternative for this particular case happens to be internet forums. They are fantastic for finding out which female tattoo gallery so many other people are locating quality designs at. There are a slew of hidden, superb galleries of tattoos out there, but most of them don't pull up in search engines results. Forums are you way to find the links to all of these places, because there are always tons of topics revolving around tattoos inside of the bigger forums.

You can even use their archives to pull up years and years of past topics, which will help you locate even more female tattoo gallery places. It's a simple detour that you need to take in order to locate the truly superb artwork out there.

No matter which female tattoo gallery you end up at, just make sure you take your time to pick the exact artwork that you want and don't settle for less.

Here are the 3 largest, most original Female Tattoo Gallery Websites...

Adam Woodham is the author of this article and runs the site Quality Tattoo Art, which features the 3 top websites with the absolute largest gallery of tattoo styles you will ever see. Finding a quality female tattoo gallery has never been easier.

Choosing Pearl Stud Earrings

Pearl stud earrings are as understated as they are elegant. They are low-key and beautiful and not loud accessories at all. They are a great complement to any wardrobe, be it a stylish gown or a simple blouse and jeans. Worn day or night, pearl stud earrings are a wonderful fashion statement. It is also the kind of design that a woman of any face shape can carry off well.

Here are a few tips on picking the pearl stud earrings to add to your collection:

Pearl quality

A simple stud earring is only as beautiful as the pearl attached to it. When buying pearls, there are several things that you might want to consider: shape, size, color, texture and luster.

Shape – pearls come in different shapes and the three main categories are spherical, symmetrical and baroque. Round pearls and near-round pearls are considered spherical. Drop, oval and button pearls are considered symmetrical while baroque pearls are those that are irregular and abstract in shape.

Size – the pearl’s size is determined by its diameter measured in millimeters. Generally, the bigger the pearl, the more valuable it is. Most of the pearls you can find in the market are in the range of 6.5 to 7.5 mm. Compared to that, the largest pearl ever found was a black one which measured 25mm.

Color – depending on the mollusk or oyster that produced it, a pearl can have a different color ranging from the usual white and cream to green, gold, blue and black. Color is determined by two things: body color and overtone. Body color is the main color of the pearl while overtone is the iridescent tint that is found on its surface, on top of the main color.

Texture – there is no such thing as a pearl with a perfect surface. There will always be certain imperfections on it. The only way to determine the pearl’s value is whether or not the imperfections are obvious. Bumps, spots and irregularities can affect the quality of the pearl. Cracks, chips and gaps are considered serious flaws.

Luster – refers to the brilliance of the pearl’s surface and is one of the most important characteristics in grading. Pearls are made up of a substance called nacre, which is naturally produced by the oyster or mollusk as a reaction to an irritation, usually a grain of sand or parasite in the case of natural pearls and an implanted nucleus in the case of cultured pearls.

Luster affects the reflectivity of the pearl. The better it reflects light and surrounding objects, the better its quality. Dull, cloudy surfaces are a sign of inferior quality.

Choosing your findings

Posts are the type of studs that go through the ear and are closed securely with a nut. These are the most common choice for pierced ears. For unpierced lobes, ear clips and screw-backs may be used, both of which are held in place by friction.

Pearl stud earring combination

Pearls are the kind of gemstones that can work well when combined with other precious and semi-precious stones. It can work well with smaller diamonds, rubies or emeralds and can even shine with jade, garnet or moonstone. By itself, pearl stud earrings are still an elegant choice.

Caring for your pearl stud earrings

Pearls are delicate organic gemstones and must be treated with special care. They are softer and easily scratched or cracked and once damage is done, there is nothing you can do to bring the pearl’s beauty back.

Try to keep them away from your harder-type jewelry. If in case they are rubbed together, pearls are more likely to get scratched. Store your pearl stud earrings in a separate container, preferably the box it came with. Make sure it’s lined and covered to provide better protection for your gems.

Also try to avoid dropping your pearl stud earrings as this can contribute to scratching and cracking. Pearls are also affected by sweat, body oils and cosmetics. These can actually cause your pearls to lose their luster and promote discoloration. So the next time you plan to wear your pearls, be sure to put on make up, hair spray and perfume first before you put your pearls on. This way, you minimize pearl contact with chemicals.

One of the most overlooked things when caring for stud earrings is the nut or close. People automatically store their earrings and forget about the nuts. Worn at the back of the earlobe, the nut can accumulate body oils, dirt and yes, loose skin. To keep them in good condition, clean them with a soft cloth or soft-bristled brush.

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Hanadama Pearls

Hanadama pearls are popular among the people as they are of good shape, color and size and also can be used to make necklaces, earrings and bracelets as well. People should be aware of the Nacre of a pearl before buying it. Nacre is the coating produced by a pearl oyster, which covers the pearl's nucleus and experts feel that its better to have thicker pearls with thickness of over 0.4mm. The Hanadama pearls totally fulfill these criteria as they have nacre of 0.4mm and their natural nacre production is 0.6mm. These pearls are also known as flower pearls and considered as very high quality pearls which make them one of the most sought after variety.

Factors that determine this pearl quality are luster, nacre thickness, color, overtones, roundness, and freedom from surface imperfections. This is true regardless of size, though size is a major factor in the rarity, and therefore, value of any pearl. Hanadama pearls are generally very similar to Akoya pearl . There is only a two percent difference between these two pearls. These pearls are evaluated and certified by the Pearl Science Laboratory in Tokyo , and should be accompanied with an identifying certificate.

These Pearls come in limited supplies, not only because the pearls themselves are so rare, but also because in order to create a strand, many pearls have to be matched for size, lusture, color, and nacre thickness. While there are branded names of pearls, as well as highly regarded jewelers that market high quality Hanadama pearls but it is rare to find quality pearls of this brand in most retail outlets due to their scarcity. These pearls are high in quality than Akoyas. As a result, Hanadama pearls are more precious over similarly sized, lesser quality pearls. The hanadama pearl is generally a type of Akoya Pearls. The hanadama Pearls are certified by Japanese science laboratory of pearls. So there is no doubt about the quality of these pearls because certification is only provided if they fullfill all the quality factors. In Science laboratory of Japan the Hanadama Pearls are tested by means of X-ray testing. It is generally done to determine the nacre thickness. If the Pearl meets the standard thickness it is certified otherwise it will be rejected. But this is not the only method available to test the quality of Hanadama Pearls. The other method can also be used which is known as fibre optical method.

Hanadama Pearls are better in quality than Hanadama Pearls and thus are more popular among people who are fond of Pearl jewelry.

Finding a Good Gallery of Tattoos - 3 Tips to Take to Heart

There are millions of men and women looking for a good gallery of tattoos online. Most of these people (and I was included years ago) will settle for websites that have a ton of generic artwork and nothing more. These following tips are just basic, but forgotten tips to remember when looking for a superb gallery of tattoos these days.

The first tips is to never settle for designs that you aren't 100% sure about. You should always pick the "exact" tattoo that you want. Some people settle on a certain design because they have been searching endlessly and just can't seem to find anything better. Some do it because they are in a rush and make an "impulse decision. Both of these instances usually lead some people to regret the tattoo they get inked on their body.

If it takes you a couple of extra weeks to find the perfect tattoo for you, so what? What is another two weeks when you are going to have the tattoo on you for the rest of your life? Like I said, rushed decision sometimes comes back to bite you in the butt, so take your time and get the exact one you want from which ever gallery of tattoos you are looking through.

Secondly, we will talk about the part that deals with finding a great gallery of tattoos. Gone are the days of going into a tattoo parlor and picking something off of the wall. Sure, you can do this, but do you know how many other people might have that exact design inked on their body? It's probably a lot. Another good way is to pick your artwork from a gallery of tattoos online and bring it to your favorite artist. They can then redraw it a bit (to your liking!) and you will be sure to have an original tattoo on your body.

Now, I know that many men and women are having a hard time finding a great gallery of tattoos. Most of this frustration is being caused by search engines. While you can find some great galleries by this method, it might take quite a while, so be patient. An alternative to searching for a gallery of tattoos this way would be to utilize internet forums. You can locate all of the past topics on tattoo artwork by using their "search" function. Once you find these topics, you can browse through them to find the links that other men and women are posting to the great galleries they have found over the years.

These are just a few simple tips to remember when trying to locate a good gallery of tattoos online.

Here are the 3 largest, most original Gallery of Tattoos

Adam Woodham is the author of this article and runs the site Quality Tattoo Art, which features the 3 top galleries, with the absolute largest gallery of tattoos you can imagine. Finding good tattoo designs has never been easier.

Taking Care Of Pearls - Are You Storing Them Correctly

What do you do with your pearl jewelry when you take it off? Do you know the proper storage steps to take? Part of taking care of pearls is knowing how and where to store them. When sea gems are cared for properly it shows.

In the care for pearls your precious sea gems should never just be toss into your jewelry box. Take care and always separate them from other items to prevent them from being scratched.

Instead, purchase and use one of the following to wrap and store your pearl necklace, ring, bracelet or earrings in. Your local jeweler will be a good helpful source for some of these:

-a soft cloth jewelry pouch or bag

-a soft lined container

-a silk bag or velvet-lined box

-a soft cotton cloth

A string of pearls or pearls strands should be stored flat rather than hanging. Hanging can cause the thread to stretch out prematurely. You can buy a specialized folder for storing strings or strands. It is a satin-lined leatherette envelope designed with snaps to hold a string or strand of pearls in place.

When you are away from your home, taking care of pearl jewelry is most important. If you need to remove your sea gems when you are not at home remember to take your jewelry storage pouch with you. Do not just toss them into your purse. If you don't have your pouch with you try to find something to wrap them in before you store them.

Cultured fresh water and salt water pearls contain small traces of water and when worn frequently retain their moisture by absorbing it from the air or from the wearer's body. For this reason you should never store pearls in an airtight container or a plastic bag for an extended period of time because this gift from the sea needs moisture. Also know that some types of plastic will emit a chemical that will cause the surface of your spherical gems to deteriorate.

In the care of pearls it is inadvisable to store your pearl jewelry in a safe or safety deposit box for long periods of time. Most safe deposit vaults have ultra-dry atmospheric conditions that extend the life of paper documents. Leaving your pearls in such a dry environment over very long periods will cause this sea gem's moisture to evaporate resulting in loss of luster, damage to the color and small fractures or cracking on the surface.

If you need to place your pearl necklace, ring, bracelet or earrings in a safety deposit box or in a hot environment find some way of applying humidity.

Exposing your precious gems to hot sun for too long would also cause drying to the nacre. Heat can turn this sea gem brown and dry them out causing the surface to crack. All of these tips also applies to the care of mother of pearl jewelry.

So remember, there's no turning back the hands of time with these divine organic gems. A little attention in taking care with proper storage will make all the difference. It will help to insure this most perfect gift from the sea remains safe, keeping it's lustrous qualities and lasting for generations to come.

Maureen McClements has a love, passion and wonder for pearls and offers information, tips and advice for the selection and care of pearl jewelry. Visit this link: Pearl Bracelet

Tips on Choosing Tahitian Pearl Necklaces

Tahitian pearls are named after the island of Tahiti and they are highly prized for their beauty and the unique charm of their darker tones, thanks to the island’s black-lipped oysters that produce black, gray and green-black pearls. Recognizing their value, pearl farmers used the pearl culturing techniques pioneered by the Japanese to cultivate Tahitian pearls. Since then, Tahitian pearls have become one of the most sought-after gems in the world.

Factors to consider when choosing quality Tahitian pearl necklaces, in order of importance:

Nacre thickness – ideally, the minimum thickness of nacre in Tahitian pearls is 0.8 mm. A thicker nacre covering means that the pearl’s luster will last long. Thinner nacres have a tendency to wear off easily. Tahitian pearls which are thinner than the required minimum are not exported from French Polynesia.

Surface texture and quality – Tahitian pearls, like all pearls, are graded according to the quality of its surface. Pearls could have thick nacres but if the surface is flawed, their value decreases. Flaws include bumps, spots, discolorations, scratches and other irregularities. The more a pearl has, the less valuable or lower-grade it becomes.

To rate the quality of Tahitian pearls, jewelers use a grading system, consisting of A, B, C and D as the marks, with A-grade pearls being the highest quality. A-grade pearls have the cleanest, nearly flawless surface, virtually free of spots, discoloration or bumps. These pearls have a high luster and reflective quality.

B-grade Tahitian pearls have slightly (but still imperceptible) imperfect surfaces, with only 30% of the surface affected by flaws. C-grade Tahitian pearls have medium luster and imperfections are already quite perceptible while D-grade pearls are those with 60% of its surface affected by quite obvious imperfections, including scratches.

Luster – one quality of pearls that sets it apart from other gemstones is its unique brilliance. As opposed to other gems like the diamond, for example, pearls shine with a softer light. And since they reflect light, they also look like mirrors, reflecting everything in their immediate surrounding.

Generally, the thicker the nacre, the more brilliant and mirror-like the shine. Good quality pearls are clear and almost metal-like in their sheen.

Size – the largest Tahitian pearl ever produced is 25mm, although this in not a round pearl. The largest round Tahitian pearl is at 21mm. Generally, the bigger the size of the pearl, the higher its value is. Most Tahitian pearls are in the range of 8 to 14mm, although a few are measured at 16mm.

Shape – pearls follow the shape of the irritant or nucleus that enters the mouth of the oyster or mollusk that produces it. But to meet jewelry standards, most pearls are produced following three major categories: round or spherical, symmetrical and baroque.

Spherical pearls are those that are round or nearly round. A perfectly round pearl, whether natural or cultured, is quite rare and therefore highly prized. Spherical pearls are the most familiar and popular shapes. Nearly-round pearls are categorized as sphericals, although they may be slightly elongated or flattened.

Symmetrical pearls are so-called because if you cut one in half, each piece will mirror the other. Included in this category are oval pearls, which taper at the ends and are wider at the center; button pearls, which are slightly more flattened and often used for earrings; and drop pearls, which look like teardrops or pears, usually included in jewelry as pendants.

Baroque pearls may also be semi-baroque and include all other shapes that cannot be classified as either spherical or symmetrical. These are the favorite pearls of artists because of their irregular shapes. Baroque pearls may resemble sticks, studs and even crosses.

Other notable variations in Tahitian pearls are those that have ‘rings’ – tiny grooves that encircle the pearl’s surface. For this reason, these pearls are called circled or ringed, although this quality is only used as a descriptive device, to distinguish one pearl from another. For example, a ringed pearl may be described as a ‘ringed oval’ or ‘circled drop’.

Color – when Tahitian pearls are mentioned, the first thing that comes to most people’s minds is black pearls although they do come in other colors, albeit in darker tones. Some of their interesting colors are gray, green, brown and blue.

The pearl’s color is determined by two things: the main body color and its overtone. A pearl can have one or more overtones. The main body color is the predominant color of the pearl while the overtone is the hint of iridescent color that is seen on top of the body color and can affect or enhance the dominant color of the pearl. Pink, gold, blue, silver and purple are some of the most common overtones.

A combination of the body color and overtone is used to describe a pearl. For example, a greenish black pearl is called a peacock while a yellowish gray is called a champagne.

When buying Tahitian pearl necklaces, keep the above considerations in mind. Aside from quality, you might also want to consider design and setting. Don’t be afraid to ask questions and information in detail. If the jewelry shop is reputable, they will be more than glad to answer your questions.

On your own, shopping for real Tahitian pearl necklaces can be quite a challenge. To help you make your decision, here are a few tips on real Tahitian pearls:
- they have overtones over the main body color. Fake or imitation pearls don’t and their color looks flat. Real Tahitian pearls also glow with a faint reddish color when examined using crossed filters.

- Tahitian pearls feel cool, although they do adapt to your body temperature. Imitation pearls maintain the same temperature as their surroundings, so when they are touched for the first time, they won’t feel cold.

- To test for real Tahitian pearls, hold them in the palm of your hand and take note of their weight. They are heavier than imitation pearls. If you rub Tahitian pearls across your teeth, they will feel grainy or coarse and not smooth. Their holes are also smoother around the edges.

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How to Sell Your Handmade Jewelry to Galleries

Are you a jewelry designer who wants to sell to your jewelry designs to galleries? These retail outlets are always looking for unique handmade jewelry to sell to their customers. Many gallery owners pride themselves on having unique items that can’t be found in other stores and galleries. The key is to know how to approach gallery owners in a professional manner. After interviewing and speaking with a variety of gallery owners, I discovered a variety of tips to help you be more successful marketing your jewelry:

1. Gallery owners prefer that you approach them only after calling and setting up an appointment. Unscheduled visits particularly on busy days are frowned upon. Several gallery owners noted that Saturday is the absolute worse day to approach them either in person or by phone. One gallery owner said that if a designer drops in on a Saturday unannounced, she'd be unlikely to even consider them for her gallery as it's a sign of unprofessionalism.

2. Your personality can play a role in whether or not your jewelry is accepted into some galleries. Gallery owners don’t appreciate pushy jewelry designers and those who try too hard to "sell" their products. A polite demeanor and good manners go a long way towards showing you're a professional and can increase your chances of acceptance if you have a good product.

3. Several gallery owners emphasized the importance of having up-to-date wholesale price lists with you for your scheduled appointment. Have your prices clearly marked as wholesale on the sheet. Retailers don't like to have to ask whether the price listed is wholesale or retail. Make it easy for them.

4. Most gallery owners emphasized they're looking for unique jewelry designs that their competitors don’t carry.While it may not be practical for you to grant them "exclusive rights" to your designs, Don’t make the mistake of selling to their competitor down the street.

5. "No" doesn't always mean no. Most galleries said they could turn down your work initially for a variety of reasons including an overabundance of jewelry or a particular style of jewelry, being overextended on their inventory purchases, not having the time to properly evaluate your line etc. They implied that a designer should follow up with them at least one time at a later date do see if anything has changed.

6. A few gallery owners emphasized the importance of having a full line of jewelry, not just a few choices. It's difficult to create an appealing display or theme if there are only a few items in your handmade jewelry line.

7. If you live outside the area of the gallery you're approaching, you can contact the gallery owner by mail. Be sure to include clear photographs and a wholesale price list. Mark your prices as wholesale so there's no confusion to the gallery owner as to whether the stated prices are wholesale or retail. Include your minimum order requirement.

8. When a gallery owner places an order with you, be sure to address all of the details regarding shipment. When will it be sent? How will it be sent? Who pays for shipping and handling? When a shipping date is established, be sure to follow through. Gallery owners are very critical of jewelry designers who don't follow through with shipment in a timely manner.

9. Contrary to what you might think, gallery owners love working with jewelry designers and welcome new contacts. This means new and fresh merchandise for them which is the life blood of their business.

This should give you some idea as to what gallery owners expect from you as a jewelry designer and professional. It's important to maintain good communication with any gallery you establish a relationship with and to practice the art of good customer service. It really is a mutually beneficial relationship and partnership between you and the gallery. You're helping them as much as they're helping you. Be sure to nurture that relationship and it will help your business grow.

Kristie Leong M.D. specializes in helping handmade jewelry designers find new markets for their jewelry. She publishes a blog and has website full of information on jewelry marketing at http://www.jewelry-marketing.com

The Man's Guide to Buying Pearl Jewelry For the Woman of Your Dreams

Buying pearl jewelry for your wife or girlfriend is one of the most thoughtful, meaningful and romantic gestures you can ever make. Few items can express your lasting love and devotion like a special ring, necklace, bracelet or pair of ear rings made from pearls.

The magic, mystique and enduring appeal of pearl jewelry make it a natural gift for special occasions and milestones in your loved one's life.

But, if you're like most guys, you probably know as much about buying pearl jewelry as you do about brain surgery or rocket science. The good news is that buying fine jewelry for your special someone does not have to become a daunting, agonizing task.

When you know the basics about pearls, jewelers and their grading systems you can set your mind at ease. You can select the perfect pearls that will stun and amaze your loved one. You can become her hero for life.

How to Select the Perfect Pearl Type for the Woman of Your Dreams

Since pearls come in a variety of shapes, colors and overtones they are the versatile, perfect choice to support any woman's look, style and personality. Here are my top 4 pearl types:

1. Akoya Pearls -- These pearls known for their brilliant luster, elegance and infinite versatility are perfect for your loved one if she has a more traditional personality and fashion style.
2. Cultured Freshwater Pearls - These are the latest best-kept secret. Cultured Freshwater Pearls that look very similar to South Sea pearls in size and luster are the affordable alternativee to the Akoya. With uniformly round shapes, exceptional luster, shimmering orient, and an array of natural colors such as peach, lavender and white, these pearls are sure to charm and surprise your more modern and contemporary girlfriend or spouse..
3. Tahitian Pearls -- If you're looking for something truly one of a kind. If you're looking for a pearl that's as individual as her owner, look no further. Available in a tantalizing array of bold colors such as peacock, pistachio green and silver Tahitian Pearls are perfect for the more exotic girlfriend or spouse.
4. White or Golden South Sea -Available in an array of colors from the palest moonlight to molten gold, these pearls display a satiny luster that begs to be touched. Celebrated by collectors everywhere for their amazing sizes, your loved one will feel very sophisticated when wearing these pearls.

How to Carefully Select the Perfect Grade for Your Loved One's Perfect Pearl Jewelry

Pearls are a diverse group, and vendors have had a difficult time agreeing on a scale that can be used universally. However, vendors have adopted a grading system that grades surface quality, luster and shape.

Here are my top tips to put your mind to ease so you can choose the right grade for your girlfriend or spouse's pearl jewelry:

1. A/A+: "A" quality is the lowest quality that is commercially available. They will be off-shape and only moderately matched. The surface will have wrinkles, small cracks, white or brownish spots, dimples and other nasty blemishes that can affect the long-term quality of the pearl.
2. AA: This quality has less than 15% surface inclusions, and will have fair to good luster. You should see a hazy reflection of yourself when looking at the surface. The shape will be round or with freshwater pearls, near-round and the matching job should be well done.
3. AA+: The luster will be slightly sharper than the AA pearl. You should be able to see your reflection in the pearl and some background detail. Surface inclusions will be down to 10%. These pearls will be perfectly round in shape and well-matched.
4. AAA: The 'gem-quality' pearl has less than 5% inclusions over its surface, and can be completely free of inclusions. Luster can vary slightly from pearl to pearl, but it will be sharper than AA+ quality. The nacre will be at its' thickest, and should present a glowing surface that is slightly translucent. The shapes and matching of a strand of rounds should be excellent with little to no variation.
5. *HANADAMA: These pearls radiate light with a strong silvery-rose overtone, and display Orient rainbow iridescences that shimmer on the pearl's surface are the absolute best Akoya pearls that you can buy.

Now that you received a little crash course in pearl selection, you are ready to venture out and buy some amazing pearl jewelry for the woman of your dream. I guarantee, she'll treasure it for a lifetime!

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How to Shop for Jewelry Online

If you're considering a gift of jewelry for someone special or as a treat for yourself, take some time to learn the terms used in the industry.

1. Gold

Gold means all gold or 24 karat (24K) gold. Because 24K gold is soft, it's usually mixed with other metals to increase its durability and hardness. If a piece of jewelry is not 24 karat gold, the karat quality should accompany any claim that the item is gold.

2. Platinum, Silver and Other Metals

Platinum is a precious metal that costs more than gold. It is usually mixed with other similar metals: iridium, palladium, ruthenium, rhodium and osmium. Different markings are used on platinum jewelry as compared with gold jewelry. These quality markings are based on the amount of pure platinum in the piece - based on parts per thousand.

3. Gemstones

Natural gemstones are found in nature. Laboratory-created stones are made in a laboratory. These stones have essentially the same chemical, physical and visual properties as natural gemstones. Laboratory-created stones do not have the rarity of naturally colored stones and they are less expensive than naturally mined stones. By contrast, imitation stones look like natural stones in appearance only, and may be glass, plastic, or less costly stones. Gemstones may be measured by weight, size, or both. The basic unit for weighing gemstones is the carat.

4. Diamonds

A diamond's value is based on four criteria: color, cut, clarity, and carat. The clarity and color of a diamond usually are graded. However, scales are not uniform: a clarity grade of "slightly included" may represent a different grade on one grading system versus another, depending on the terms used in the scale. Make sure you know how a particular scale and grade represent the color or clarity of the diamond you're considering. A diamond is described as "flawless" if it has no visible surface or internal imperfections when viewed under 10-power magnification by a skilled diamond grader. Diamond weight is usually stated in carats.

5. Pearls

Natural or real pearls are made by oysters and other mollusks. Cultured pearls also are grown by mollusks, but with human intervention. Because natural pearls are very rare, most pearls used in jewelry are either cultured or imitation pearls. Imitation pearls are man-made with glass, plastic, or organic materials. Cultured pearls, because they are made by oysters or mollusks, usually are more expensive than imitation pearls. A cultured pearl's value is largely based on its size, usually stated in millimeters, and the quality of its nacre coating, which gives it luster. Jewelers will usually tell you if the pearls are cultured or imitation.

To get the best deal on a piece of jewelry for yourself or someone you love, shop around. You should compare quality, price, and service. If you're not familiar with any jewelers in your area, ask family members, friends, and co-workers for recommendations.

Always check for the appropriate markings on metal jewelry and find out if the pearls are natural, cultured, laboratory-created or imitation. Also, Find out whether the gemstone has been treated. Is the change permanent? Is special care required?

Shop with companies you know or do some homework before buying to make sure a company is legitimate before doing business with it. Get the details about the product, as well as the merchant's refund and return policies, before you buy. Look around the website for an address to write to or a phone number to call if you have a question, a problem or need help.

Reynold Cummings writes for the Fine Jewelry website at http://www.finejewelryonline.org/ where you can get up to 50% off Exclusive True Handmade Jewelry - Rings, Earrings, Necklaces, Bracelets and more.

Matching Headpiece, Hair Styles and Veil

Let's say you already have your dress and you're stressing over your headpiece and hairstyle. The big challenge is to match all of them.

You should decide how you want to wear your hair first, then look for the headpiece. This narrows it down a little.

How does your hair look best?

Up, down, or half and half?

If you can't decide, think about how you always imagined your hair for your wedding. That is what I had to do. Once you decide, then you must decide what type of headpiece looks best with that hairstyle. Try on headpieces with your hair similar to how it will be. The veil may make a difference too.

Do you want it long, short, medium?

Do you want a full veil or less full veil?

Do you need to add height by having the veil come from the top of your head, or do you look better with it lower in back?

Once you have decided to style of your veil, then you must match it to your dress. The fabric and lace on the headpiece should be similar to your dress. Match satin to satin and silk to silk. Make sure it is white or ivory to match. If your dress has pearls, then go with pearls. You will know when you find the perfect veil. When I found mine, I knew it was the one!! My dress had 5 rosettes on the back and sequins and pearls on it. My headpiece was a wreath because that's what I always wanted with my hair up. The wreath was a bunch of satin roses with ringlets of pearls spiraling around them.

It was absolutely perfect!! I hope you find what you want. I know you will.

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Amazing Beauty of Pearl Jewelry – Dazzle Your Loved Ones!

Unlike other precious diamonds and metals that are cut, shaped, polished and crafted to display the brilliance and colors, pearls are natural gems that have natural lustrous appeal and have dazzled many Queens and Princesses for many years. One often finds celebrities, film starlets; young sexy models have graciously displayed pearl jewelry with their designer’s outfits. Pearl jewelry designed with quality lustrous pearls are indeed very eye-catching and look very pretty and awesome. In the ancient times, only Royal families and rich affluent people had the privileges to possess pearls and ordinary folks had no access to them. But now all women have the luxury to wear any type of pearl jewelry of her choice. Not only are so many types of pearls and pearl jewelry available to choose from but are much more affordable now.

There was time when only natural peals were used in pearl jewelry and often it was hard to find in the deep Sea water and the quantity was scarce. But thanks to the new culturing techniques, there has been tremendous growth in production of quality cultured pearls and all natural pearls are almost rarity now. Different types of pearls are grown in different regions depending upon the pearl type oysters. Proximately pearls are farmed in Japan, China, Australia, Indonesia and French Polynesian Island areas and it has become the billion dollars industry in the last few decades. There has been great surge in demand as women now have more access to their wealth and money and love to enjoy wearing the exciting and captivating natural shining pearl jewelry.

It has always been the great challenge for men to find a heartfelt and unique gift when shopping for a special woman and that'll let a woman know just how special she is to him that will leave a lifetime romantic experience. Jewelry has always been the most exciting gift item to choose and pearl jewelry has always been the perfect gift for all women. Bring a dazzle in someone’s’ life to whom you love most with the luminous pearl jewelry and she will be thrilled to know that you really love and care.

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Pearl Jewelry is Perfect For Any Occasion

Pearl jewelry is quite universal because you can wear it for any occasion. It works for a fun night out, going to the theatre, and even when you are getting married. The fact that pearl jewelry looks great on youthful young ladies as well as older women means that anyone can really appreciate them.

Pearls come in many different sizes so you can get the look you want. Some people are happy with the miniature versions. A string of them is wonderful around the neck. Others like the larger sized ones that are usually worn closer to the neck such as with a choker style. Pearls are often assumed to be white but they come in other colors as well. They include off white, light pink, and even black.

A pearl is a very delicate item that comes from the water. Some pearls derive in freshwater while the best looking ones are found in saltwater. You will pay more for rare pearls but they are definitely worth the cost. Pearl jewelry holds up very well to time and the elements so you won't have to replace your items often.

There are many different types of jewelry pearl related to choose from. I have already mentioned that the necklaces accent any outfit you wear. They can be long strands or short depending on the look you want. A single strand of pearls is elegant but you can give it new flare by going with a double strand.

There are also pearl bracelets and earrings you can purchase as well. Many women love to have a complete set so they can wear such pieces together. There are often great deals on pearl jewelry out there too so take advantage of them. They can offer you the perfect opportunity to get the items you want at a price that you can fit into your budget.

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A Guide to the Art Galleries of Barcelona, Spain

Galleries in Barcelona are a wonderful experience, both for art lovers and also for those who may not be well versed with art. They contain some of the most beautiful pieces of work by Barcelona artists, whether famous or local. The tone of the galleries tends toward the classical, with some mix of the modern.

To start with, there is the Fundación Francisco Godia. This gallery displays a broad array of paintings, sculptures and pottery. Some of the pieces that must be seen in this particular gallery include old, Romanesque sculptures, and some pottery from the Middle Ages.

Arguably one of the best art galleries in the city of Barcelona, the Galería Brok has a timeless collection of ancient art and old paintings. Additionally, if one wishes to buy an antique piece of furniture, the gallery hosts a sale for some unique pieces, even featuring pieces from other countries in Europe.

Galería d´Art Manuel Barbié is another art gallery that has focused on ancient pieces of art. Art lovers will find the gallery in the L'Eixample area of the city, along with many other galleries. The pieces showcased here are mainly paintings, sculptures, drawings and archaeological artefacts.

The exhibits at the Centre Cultural Fundació La Caixa are mainly of paintings, sculptures, ceramics and photographs. The Centre Cultural Fundació La Caixa art gallery has been set up in a modernist building, which is supposed to be one of the most unusual buildings in Barcelona.

Fundació Joan Miró is housed in one of the greatest examples of museum architecture in the world. Designed by Josep Lluís Sert, the building exudes approachability and dispels the common mustiness of a museum. This gallery houses the work of the famous Spanish artist, Joan Miró. The collection spans around 225 paintings, 150 sculptures, Miró's graphic work, and around 5,000 drawings. The gallery also contains work that has been donated by 20th-century artists.

The Picasso Museum is a true tribute to the mastery of the great artist. The gallery spans a row of medieval mansions. Although the collection doesn't showcase all his work, it functions as a record of the formative years of Picasso that were spent at La Llotja art school, hobnobbing with the Catalonia's fin-de-siècle avant-garde. The real showstopper piece in this gallery is the complete series of 57 canvases based on Velázquez's famous Las Meninas, which were donated by Picasso himself.

Paul Symonds writes about Barcelona art galleries and Teaching in South Korea.

Pearls – Making Mother’s Day Last Forever

Through the centuries, pearls have been known not only as the queen of all gems but also as the gem of all queens. There’s no other more perfect gift than a pearl for the queen of your heart – your mother.

Mother’s day is not actually just a day for your mother. It is a special day for all mothers. She could be the mother of your child, or even your mother’s mother. Forget about roses and chocolates, they don’t last that long. Give a gift that could make her feel special every time.

On mother’s day, pearls may be the most unique gift you could give to your mother. Pearls are considered fashionable regardless of the woman’s age. So even if your mother is still in her early thirties or late sixties, it’s never too late to give her pearls. She would surely treasure the gift forever.

If your mother constantly wears jewelry, then she’ll surely love pearls. Or even if your mother only wears jewelry on very special occasions, she’ll still be thrilled to have her own set of pearl jewelry. Fashion-conscious or not, your mother will surely appreciate pearls.

Unlike other pieces of jewelry, pearls go well with almost any kind of dress. Regardless if your mother regularly goes on a business trip, or constantly attend cocktail parties, they can always wear your gift. Pearls even go well with just a casual blouse. That makes pearl jewelries a must have for every woman’s wardrobe.

Shopping for pearls is also not that difficult. In fact, you don’t have to be a pearl expert to pick out the perfect pearl for your mother. Pearls also come in a range of different prices so you can select a gift that fits in your budget.

You can start off by asking some friends or co-workers to recommend their favorite jewelers. In buying any piece of jewelry, it is important to only buy from a trusted boutique. Once, you have short listed a few, you can start asking some informed questions of the different pearl jewelries they offer so you could make a good selection.

Basically, pearls are judged based on five criteria: luster, surface, shape, color and size. Before you make that final decision, you have to know what characteristics of pearls you are looking for. These will also largely determine the price you are going to pay for them.

Luster is simply the shine or glow that radiates from the pearl. Valuable pearls have better luster. If you could clearly see your reflection on the pearl’s surface, then the better it is. Do not settle for a dull or chalky pearl.

The surface of the pearl is also a major consideration. However, you can’t expect a pearl to be a hundred percent without scratches since pearls are natural products. You might see a few small pits, spots or bumps. Higher quality pearls only have blemishes on their surface.

It has been said that the rounder the pearls, the more expensive they are. However, you can find a less expensive but a very beautiful pearl. Irregularly shaped pearls could be very beautiful and unique.

In choosing the perfect pearl for you mother, you should also consider the color. Pearls could come in different shades such as silver or white, rose, gold and cream. Although lighter pearls tend to match lighter skin color and darker pearls those of darker skins, it really depends on you. Gift giving should not just be shallowly based on conventions.

Of course, the larger the pearls, the more expensive they are. The diameter of pearls could range from 2 to 10 millimeters. However, you really don’t have to give a very large set of pearl jewelries. Again, it depends on your preferences. It’ll be better to give a practically sized pearl.

So don’t dread when mother’s day is about to come. Looking for that perfect gift for that special woman in your life does not need to be very stressful. You can give her a set of pearl jewelries. A gift of pearls won’t fail to show the power of your timeless love.

Every time your mother gets a glance in the mirror while wearing the gift you gave her would make her hear the silent “I love you” that comes with it.

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Want a Tattoo Design Now? Best Tattoo Gallery For Killer Designs

Do you want a tattoo design right now? You can get a great design and you can find one immediately by going online to a tattoo gallery. But there are some tattoo galleries you want to avoid and there are others you can go to immediately and be ensured you'll find an excellent design (I recommend a great gallery below as well).

1. Avoid Galleries which appear to have weak, generic, substandard designs.

You can tell right away if an online gallery is weak by the style of the website and the designs they promote. If they look like Cracker Jack temporary tattoos then you definitely do not want to join. If they show tattoos which you've seen a hundred times before, then pass that gallery up and keep looking.

2. Avoid Galleries which are Free!

Yes, that is correct! The problem with free galleries is that the designs are substandard and the bottom line is you are simply missing out on all the killer, high quality designs that other gallery sites are offering. Remember, this is tattooing. If you are going to choose something to permanently put on your body, don't you want it to be the best possible? Don't you want to make sure you've seen all that is out there, not just weak, generic free designs? When it comes to tattoos, you have to bite the bullet and join a site which will have hundreds of the best tattoos available. Unfortunately, the free sites won't provide that.

3. Join a Tattoo Gallery which offers hundreds of high quality designs.

When it comes to tattoos, you want to have as many choices as possible. It's really not a big deal to have hundreds of choices when you join an online gallery. You can sift through all the selections at your convenience and it goes very quickly. So it's better to have a lot of choices which you can view quickly and efficiently, rather than only a handful of choices from a book or magazine.

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Top 3 Considerations to Determine Appropriate Pearl Necklace

Pearls are a good material for a necklace since they give both a natural and a sophisticated look. Thus, women have loved pearls since time immemorial. In many families, it is among the heirloom pieces that are handed from one generation to another. Choosing the right kind of pearl has many considerations namely the size, shape, design, type, color, and cost.

Choose a style that enhances your personality

Cultured pearls are the popular choice of many women today. The length of the necklace should be chosen carefully when planning to buy a necklace. Look for a length that will flatter your personality. A long necklace will slenderize and draw out the neck. A short necklace will give a chic and classy appeal.

Decide which kind of pearl to use

You can choose the perfect cultured pearls for you by looking at catalogs or taking time to visit jewellery stores. If you will use it for a certain occasion, you must carefully match the proper pearl to go with the situation and your outfit. If it is a wedding, the more formal rounded pearls may be recommended. If you want to use it for the beach or for frolicking, a free-forming keshi pearl necklace may be desired.

Compare the color to your skin tone; you will get the feel if it is not suited for you. Ask for help if you are not sure which color complements your personality. Decide whether it is small pearls that you need or a bigger one.

If you are economizing, it is best that you stay within the budget. There are designs that may not need big beads. The bigger and the rounder the pearls, the more expensive your necklace can get. There are also low-priced deals that you can find if you scout around. Compare prices with several sellers if you are doubtful.

Various lengths of necklaces you can choose from

From different types of pearls to different lengths of necklaces, there are a variety of options that the pearl enthusiast can choose from. If you have already settled on your choice of pearls, the next thing to do is to determine a necklace length which would fit your preferences and your personality.

The choker is the necklace with the shortest length; the maximum length is 15 inches. It should rest at the collar bone. This type can be used by those who have longer necks. The princess type is usually 18 inches in length, and a little below the collar bone but not too much. Matinee type is normally at 22 inches, and rests at the cleavage portion. The rope is a necklace that falls below the breastbone and its normal length reaches to more than 36 inches. A pearl necklace can also be made into a bib-type, like the ones Egyptian used. It is a cascade of multiple lengths in one necklace.

You can also use graduated sizes of pearls, tapering downward from bigger to smaller pearls. However, if you are uneasy with wearing various sizes, you can also opt for one size of beads to get the uniform look.

Get the assistance of a pearl jewellery expert if you are unable to determine the appropriate type of pearl necklace that you want.

Pearl Jewelry Shines As A Birthstone & Wedding Accessory

Not only are pearls the birthstone for the month of June, but they are also very popular accessories for both a bride and her wedding party. And, coincidentally, June is the most popular month for tying the knot. Pearls are thought to symbolize health and longevity, which make them the perfect gemstone for celebrating either a birthday or a wedding.

By definition, a pearl is a highly prized gem formed within the shell of an oyster or other mollusk. Although they are available in many shapes, sizes and colorations, pearls are classic in any form. In today’s jewelry market, pearls can be both classic and modern. At Almost Diamonds, a popular online retailer specializing in sterling silver jewelry, buyers are sure to find a ‘pearl’ of a design. From the classic stud style to dangle earrings and breathtaking necklaces that include a cubic and pearl cross set in sterling silver, there is something for everyone and every style.

When it comes to shopping for pearls, affordability is a big concern. Because Almost Diamonds offers beautiful designs set in sterling silver and a variety of both freshwater and faux pearls, the designs remain just as easy on the wallet as they are on the eyes. For the bride who wants ‘something new’ or the mother of the bride who wants to start a new tradition by purchasing a piece of jewelry and lending it to her daughter as ‘something borrowed,’ pearl jewelry is ideal. For the birthday girl who celebrates in June, pearls are the perfect gift to give as you wish someone another healthy year and a long and happy life. As mentioned earlier, pearls do symbolize health and longevity.

Although white pearls remain the classic when it comes to pearls, a more modern approach to jewelry design now includes black, pink and even peach colorations. These pearls offer the same shapes and sizes as the white pearl, but are created to spruce up a jewelry wardrobe through colors and trendsetting fashion. Speaking of fashion, pearl jewelry can be worn with practically any outfit. Whether you choose to pair your favorite pearl necklace with a white shirt and jeans or you enjoy a more dramatic look with a turtleneck and a pair of dangle earrings, you can’t go wrong with a classic. If you have dinner plans or are spending the evening on the dance floor, pearl jewelry will look ideal with your favorite black dress or business suit. From the boardroom to the dance floor and even the grocery store, pearls are always in style.

As women, we enjoy purchasing jewelry that will make us look great and still allow us to stay within our budget. Additionally, it’s always a good idea to spend your money where you know the design is not one that’s here today and gone tomorrow. Pearls have been in fashion for years and they continue to be a staple in every collection. If you want something that will not go out of style, but is still set in a precious metal, such as sterling silver, give the gift of pearl jewelry to someone else or treat yourself to one of the most traditional gems in existence.

For more information on sterling silver jewelry and pearl jewelry, visit Almost Diamonds at http://www.almostdiamonds.com

Pearl Pricing Guide 101

Buying pearl can be a fun and gratifying experience. You must wish the pearls you buy can worth the money you pay for them. However, there are many factors to consider before purchasing a beautiful, new piece of pearl Jewelry from eBay for yourself or someone you love. We have put together a simple pearl pricing guideline with areas for you to consider, helping you make purchasing pearl as a fun process it should be.

These factors below can affect the price of the pearls:

* Pearl Type (South Sea, Tahitian, Saltwater, Freshwater, Akoya, Natural, Cultured, Whole, Blister etc.)

* Size

* Color

* Shape

* Luster

* Surface

* Nacre thickness

* Matching

Pearl Type:

When buying pearls on eBay, the first question you should ask yourself or the seller is the pearl type. Is it a saltwater pearl (cultured in oceans, sea, gulf or bay) or freshwater pearl (from a river, lake or pond)? Akoya pearls can cost several times more than freshwater pearls of similar quality and size. One reason for this it that one mussel in a lake can produce as many as 40 freshwater pearls in one harvest season. An oyster in the sea usually produces one or two saltwater pearls at a time. Tahitian pearl, South Sea pearl and Akoya pearl are typical saltwater pearls.

Nowadays, as a result of freshwater pearl's great quality and affordable price, it has created a renewed fashion in freshwater pearls as an affordable alternative to the costly saltwater pearls, like South Sea Pearl and Tahitian Pearl. It's normal that some of the high-class freshwater pearls can be priced more expensive than medium quality Akoya pearls. Some high-end large round white or pink freshwater pearls can have a retailed price for over $5000-$10000 in Jewelry store.

Whole pearls are much more expensive than blister pearls and Mabe pearls

Size:

Usually the larger the pearl the more it is valuable. Size can greatly impact on price, for example, a 1mm increase in the size of medium-quality pearls can raise their price 100% to 200%.

South Sea pearls: Usually larger than Akoya and freshwater pearls, whose average diameters tend to range from 9-19mm.

Tahitian pearls: It's no doubt that the bigger the Tahitian pearl the more expensive it is. Tahitian pearls usually range in size from 9 to 18mm and their average size tending to be between 9 and 12mm.

Freshwater Pearl: The size of freshwater pearl is more variable than saltwater pearls, which can varies from 2-3mm to 14-16mm or even larger depending on the size of the inserted bead nucleus and nacre thickness.

Akoya Pearls: The size of Akoya pearls usually ranges from 5-10mm. Even though Akoya pearls are often called Japanese pearls, the common Akoya pearls on eBay may be cultured outside Japan. Because of the pollution and strong competition from other Asia countries, China, Korean, Sri Lanka etc, the Akoya farms have shrunken away a lot. On the contrary, China has become the major producer of Akoya pearls less than 8mm in size, most of Akoya pearls over 8 mm are cultured in Japan, like Mikimoto Pearls. If you find a strand 7-7.5mm Akoya pearl necklace on eBay, it most probably Chinese Cultured Akoya Pearls.

Color:

Pearl color is a combination of Body color and overtone color which is overlie the pearl body color. Pearls with clear and shape overtone color is more desirable.
Body Color category:

Light pink or Pink color: The highest price category. Naturally-colored pink pearls usually have a light pink body color rather than ping or deep pink color, will cost more than dyed-color pink pearls, whose body color looks pinker/darker than natural pink color.

* White color: Equal to or less than pearls with a light pink body color.

* Light cream color: Usually will cost less than white color.

* Cream color: Usually will cost less than light cream color.

* Dark Cream & Yellow color: Will be priced more than 40% lower than white color Akoya Pearls.

Saltwater pearls that are white and light pink usually sell for more than yellowish. Golden color South Sea pearls from Indonesia and Philippines are an exception and can sell for as much as white color South Sea pearls, provided the golden color is natural and intense.

Pink overtones are desirable on white pearls which is most valuable. Greenish or yellowish overtones tend to reduce the price of white pearls.

Shape:

Generally speaking, the more round and symmetrical the pearl, the more valuable the pearl. Some unique and asymmetrical shape pearls are also desirable and often used to create distinctive pearl Jewelries. The lowest priced shapes are baroque, irregular and asymmetrical shape pearls. At most of the time, these pearls will have visible grow-lines encircling the pearl.

Luster:

What is Pearl Luster?

* The shine and glow of the pearls.

* Strong light reflections

* Shape light reflections

* Contrast between the bright and darker areas of the pearl

The greater and deeper the luster, the more valuable the pearl. Pearls with a high luster will display strong and sharp light reflections and a good contrast between the bright and dark areas of the pearl. Pearls with low luster looks milky, chalky and dull.

Surface:

It's normal for pearls to have some flaws. The fewer and smaller the flaws, the more valuable the pearl.

Nacre thickness:

Nacre thickness is critical important for cultured pearls. Cultured pearls are formed after a human intentionally insert of a shell bead nucleus in the mollusk. If the bead nucleus isn't left in the mollusk long enough, the mollusk won't have time to coat it with enough layers of nacre to it to be a lustrous pearl.

The thicker of the nacre of a pearl, the better and more valuable the pearl. One of the biggest selling points of cultured freshwater pearls is that they usually have a higher percentage of pearl nacre than their saltwater counterparts.

Matching

The better pearls blend together in terms of color , shape, luster, size and surface quality, the more valuable they are.

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Pearls 101 - Pearl Formation, Distinction, Value And Care

Pearl Formation

Pearls are considered as organic gems, as they are created by living creatures. It is characterized as a hard object that is produced inside the soft tissue of a mollusk shell. It is composed of calcium carbonate in very little crystalline form which is called nacre. This material is deposited in concentric layers, and has the same material as the shell of the mollusk.

The natural process starts when a mollusk encounters an irritating microscopic object trapped within its folds. Then it will start coating the object with nacre to produce pearl. Ideally, a pearl should be round and smooth, but there are also irregularly shaped ones, which are called "baroque pearls".

Pearl Distinction

Do you know how to distinguish a freshwater from a saltwater pearl? They may look somewhat similar, but they come from different sources. Saltwater pearls are formed inside pearl oysters, which lives in tropical oceans. These are called Akoya, Tahitian, or South Sea pearls. On the other hand, freshwater pearls are formed inside mussels living in rivers, lakes or ponds.

Jewelers can tell if the pearl is natural or cultivated by running an x-ray in the gem lab. If the pearl reveals a nucleus in the x-ray, it is a natural saltwater pearl. If there is no nucleus present, but instead there are irregular and dark inner spots that indicate a visible cavity, then the pearl is cultured in freshwater. Natural pearls are usually sold using carat weight, while cultured pearls are sold in millimeters depending on their size.

Pearl Value

The value of the pearl depends upon its luster, size, color, lack of flaw and good symmetry. Among these, luster is the most important one. Luster depends upon the refraction and reflection of light from its translucent layers. This can be unique in each pearl where the more layers of the iridescent nacre there are, the finer the luster.

Definitely, the bigger the pearl the more expensive it is. Also, if the shape is perfectly round, it is very rare and valued. In terms of color, the black pearl is more expensive than their white counterpart.

Pearl Care

Pearls are made into necklaces, bracelets, earrings, pendants and even rings. It is a gemstone that is truly beautiful and splendid. If you bought some freshwater cultured pearls lately, it is important to know how you should clean and care for it. These are some tips for you to follow:

1. Put your pearls on after applying your make-up, perfume and lotion.
2. Wipe it with a soft cloth (lint-free) as you take them off. This cloth may be dry or damp. If damp, the pearls should be air dried before storing it.
3. If it gets dirty, clean your pearls with mild soap and water. Never clean it with solutions that contain harsh ingredients.
4. Do not use abrasive cleaners or rough cloth. Both can wear away the nacre coating fast.
5. Do not store pearls beside other jewelries, as they can be scratched easily. Keep it in a special corner of your jewelry box or place them in a soft little bag individually.

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Art Gallery - Know How To Act

There is a certain art gallery etiquette that is helpful to understand when you visit a gallery opening or a major art museum. It has to do with courtesy, but also with true appreciation.

Many people are confused about art gallery etiquette. When they visit a gallery, they are not sure how they should act. Other people fail to maximize their experience because they do not understand the fuss about art and are not really sure how to evaluate it or judge it. There are some common sense rules about art gallery etiquette that covers either situation.

An art gallery is not a church although to many people it appears to be so. This is because people tend to move around quietly and speaking is usually done in whispers. This is part of art gallery etiquette. The point is that to truly appreciate art it must be more experienced than viewed. A true art lover will allow the work of art to impact them on many levels including emotional and visual. It is a bit difficult to experience art in a noisy and rowdy environment. People are quiet in an art gallery to minimize the distractions and allow others to concentrate on the art.

Everyone has their own opinion on any work of art. There is no unwritten law that says we must like a work of art because someone else has declared it a masterpiece. However, in the gallery viewing areas, it is important to keep these opinions to yourself. Regardless of how much right you have to like or dislike any given work, sharing it with the room will only negatively impact their own opportunity to experience it for themselves and to form their own opinion.

Some people act as if the buying and selling of art in a commercial gallery is something that is sacred and taboo. It is not bad etiquette to talk about the price of a work of art in an art show. The artist has exhibited them in the anticipation of selling them. Asking about price or carrying a printed price list with you during an art show is fine. On the other hand, one should not haggle over a work of art with a gallery employee or the artist in front of the other patrons. The work of art is not an old lamp at a garage sale. If there are questions about price or if you wish to make an offer, this should be done quietly and privately to respect the viewing experience of other patrons.

Do not worry if you do not really understand art or fail to see the fuss about any particular style or work. Art appreciation is something that can be learned, but it does not ever change the fact that people react to art on an emotional level. Good art gallery etiquette simply allows us to have this reaction, or not have it, without interfering with others.

Aazdak Alisimo writes art articles for http://www.ArtGalleryListings.com

The Beauty of Cultured Pearl Necklace

The timeless jewelry that speaks of elegance and beauty is none other than the pearl necklace. It is the only jewelry that never goes out of fashion and can be worn on all types of occasion. It can be match with any kind of clothing may it be formal or just plain casual.

Pearl is the birth stone of June. That is why most brides prefer to wear it especially if they are June brides. It gives out the impression of simplicity and chastity. The pureness of pearls radiates from the bearer.

Pearls used to be very rare and at the same time expensive. Nowadays, there are the so-called cultured pearls already which make the once so expensive now an affordable jewelry.

The pearl necklace usually comes in a various styles. One of which is the bib which is made up of several strands of pearls in various lengths. The Collar or also known as the dog collar is made up of multiple strands of pearls which are worn on the neck higher than usual.

There is also the choker. It is quite similar to collar but the worn lower on the neck. Usually it is just 14 to 16 inches long. The princess type of necklace on the other hand is the most common length of pearl necklaces. It is worn which lies slightly below the neck.

The matinee type of necklace is worn mostly during the semi-formal occasions. It matches very well with suits and dresses. The opera necklace is the one used for formal occasions like the evening gowns. It usually falls below the bust line.

The last type of necklace is the rope which is the longest among all pearl necklaces. It can be worn by doubling or knotting it. There are rope necklaces which have multiple clasps which are use to shorten the strands.

The pearls that are used as necklace can sometimes have the same size. Or they can be styled or graduated with a much larger pearl on the center and then the succeeding smaller pearls will run on the back on each side to the clasp. Whichever style you choose, good matching is very important both for fashion or beauty reasons and as well as for the value.

There are six factors which add up to the value or price of a pearl which are surface texture, luster, shape, nacre thickness, color, and size.

Pearls achieve their most distinctive beauty which comes from the reflection of light through the layers of crystalline nacre. The transparent nacre provides the deep shine and the high reflection. The luster is the essence of beauty of all pearls. A qualitative pearl will emit a brilliant and equal reflection with fine radiance.

The reflection of the pearl surface gives a dominant or prevailing color of pearls. The overtone is the deeper light reflected in which it draws the innermost color of the pearl.

The light shade pearls are cream, white and even golden in shade. The most valuable are white with association of pink and silver colors. On the other hand, the most fetish darker shade pearls are the black with association of green or blue colors.

The shape is also essential. The perfect round shape with a very smooth surface pearls are the most qualitative. It should have a very few imperfections.

There are different types of cultured pears. One of which is the Classic Akoya pearls. Another is the large black Tahitian pearls. Both of these pearls grow in salt water ocean so obviously they are called saltwater pearls.

There is also the large Golden or white south sea pearls and the decorative freshwater pearls which are inexpensive.

The pearls usually have four grading when it comes to quality. It is called as A, AA, AAA, and the AAA+ quality. The pearls with AAA and AAA+ grading of quality are the highest quality.

You can purchase these cultured pearl jewelries from any jewelry stores. You can also try browsing online to find the most affordable and classic pearls. You can also find a great bargain sometimes with online auctions.

It is still advisable to buy pearls in stores that have certification on being an expert with jewelries and of course from those with license. This is for you to be rest assured that you will buy the authentic ones.

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Starhill Towers & Gallery - Advice on The Business Bay Dubai Real Estate Properties

Starhill Towers & Gallery is a freehold commercial property that is located on a special category plot in Business Bay at downtown Dubai. Built by ETA Star, Starhill Towers & Gallery is the 31-storeyed tall office tower. The best part about Starhill Towers & Gallery is that you can get office space in competitive rate. To be precise, prices in Starhill Towers & Gallery starts from AED 1,178,100.

You can get freehold office spaces in the range of 934 sq ft to 1,645 sq ft at Starhill Towers & Gallery. Not only Starhill Towers & Gallery is equipped with all the modern amenities but also offers waterfront views for every office. The construction work is going very fast in Starhill Towers & Gallery and indications are that it would be finished by 2010.

Exotic experience

Starhill Towers & Gallery is the first commercial venture in Dubai that offers buyers a wide array of exotic experiences. As a matter of fact, Starhill Towers & Gallery is divided into four categories, namely, Feast, Indulge, Pamper and Muse.
Talking about Feast, it is a string of international themed restaurants giving you options galore in terms of food. On the other hand, Indulge is a world famous luxury fashion and jewelry brand. If you want to avail beauty services, there is Pamper for you. Last but not the least is the Muse, which is basically a cultural haven of photography, antiques and fine arts.

Features

Ø Eating joints

Ø Health facilities

Ø Shopping malls

Ø 5-star hotels

Ø Swimming pools

Ø Excellent gym facility

Ø 24 hour Internet connection

Ø 24 hour security and maintenance

Ø Good parking facilities

Ø High speed elevators

Similar to other projects of ETA Star, Starhill Towers & Gallery is also a top-notch real estate project equipped with all the modern amenities that are essential for running a business. Location of the project is also quite good. As a matter it is ideal for doing business in Dubai. Even better, the rates are not that expensive as well.

According to media reports, there are plenty of finance choices available to real estate investors for this project. It is worth mentioning in this regard that ETA Star has collaborated with the First Gulf Bank and Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank for this project due to which, investors can get more than 80 per cent finance for the project.

In short, investing in Starhill Towers & Gallery is recommended.

Read further on Starhill Towers & Gallery and other types Dubai Commercial and Residential real estate properties in the UAE region.

Online Art Galleries

The growing popularity of artwork and the burgeoning market has encouraged the establishment of online art galleries by artists and gallery owners. There are more than 20,000 websites floating around selling art at the click of mouse.

Just log in and type in the name of the artist and/or price range, scroll the pages for a quick and easy access to artists around the world, consult anyone, and decide the next step, all while sitting at a table and without pestering art dealers. Online art galleries are exclusive web pages for a connoisseur or buyer to browse through and select particular works of art. It can be an online catalogue, a portfolio, a web art show, or a private art society. Along with pictures, one can find news, ratings, listings, and daily or weekly updates.

Equally easy is setting up an online art gallery—especially when compared with renting or leasing concrete spaces. Artists or gallery owners can create web pages through a subscription to site providers. Once registration is confirmed, enter a name for the section to place and maintain a web gallery. The next step is to select a design template for general outline, colors, text, and background for personal navigational convenience. This allows freedom to create and delete names and colors or to order pages to suit a particular online presentation. The advantage of an online art gallery is that owner can add text, images, links, categories, genres, dimensions, prices, artists, comments, and forthcoming projects to cater to a varied clientele in different states and countries.

For the first-time buyer or an art lover, an online gallery might seem an impersonal way to purchase artwork. But in reality, it appears a logical way, considering the time and money saved on scouting works of known and unknown artists. Whatever the advantages, there is nothing that can compete with the original viewing of a new painting or a walk in the gallery taking in the smell of paint smell and amiable settings.

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