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		<title>Oh The Fun That Can Be Had With An RC Plane</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 10:48:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Doug</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[There are many things that you could do with an RC plane or should I say planes if you had a bit of money. I thought it would be a good idea to have a really good think into it and I came up with a few ideas that I personally would do if I [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are many things that you could do with an RC plane or should I say planes if you had a bit of money. I thought it would be a good idea to have a really good think into it and I came up with a few ideas that I personally would do if I had the money.</p>
<p> <strong>Fireworks-<em>Cost Rating 4</em></strong></p>
<p> Although this has to be the most dangerous thought that came into mind I thought it best to write it down because, in theory it can work.<span id="more-412"></span> Wanted to know what it was like to be shot at by a huge AA gun shell? Well now you can, simply get a lot of rockets and your <a href="http://www.modelzone.co.uk/radio_control_models-aircraft.htm" target="_blank">RC aircraft</a> and get all your friends to set off the rockets to see if they can hit the plane. It doesnt sound like it would be too expensive but fireworks aren&#8217;t that cheap and you want at least 100, on top of this, the plane will go down eventually.</p>
<p> <strong>Flour Bombs- <em>Cost Rating 1</em></strong><em><br /></em><br /> This is the one that comes with minimal costs and is going to be the one you can do, providing you have the right plane of course. Simply attach a flour bomb to the plane and fly it above your street, aim for the most annoying neighbour. This one is brilliant because it actually works for sure and I have tried it out, doesnt cause the victim many laughs though.</p>
<p> <strong>Dogfights- <em>Cost Rating 10!</em><br /></strong><br /> This is the most costly because you are in need of a lot of planes to do it with, so expect this to cost a small fortune. With that amount of money I would have to get a huge section of land, buy a lot of planes, and get all my friends to join in to see who could be the last man standing. A hell of a lot of planes will go down, but it would be brilliant!</p>
<p> If this isn&#8217;t really your style why not think of the things you could be doing with <a href="http://www.modelzone.co.uk/radio_control_models-tanks.htm" target="_blank">RC Tanks</a>? If it really does go wrong you could always attempt to repair with some  <a href="http://www.modelzone.co.uk/radio_control_models-accessories.htm" target="_blank">RC accessories</a> however I really wouldn&#8217;t recommend you do any of these things, except maybe the flour bombs!</p>
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		<title>Hurghada Hotels Good base for the watersports</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:47:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Doug</dc:creator>
		
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There are many reasons to choose Egypt as a luxury holiday destination.For some, Egypt&#8217;s year- round sunshine proves the major attraction together with great beaches and excellent hotels.Ancient Egypt&#8217;s antiquities with the magnificent temples at Karnak, Luxor, Edfu and Abu Simbel as well as the Pyramids prove the greatest draw for many other visitors. For [...]]]></description>
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<p>There are many reasons to choose Egypt as a luxury holiday destination.For some, Egypt&#8217;s year- round sunshine proves the major attraction together with great beaches and excellent hotels.Ancient Egypt&#8217;s antiquities with the magnificent temples at Karnak, Luxor, Edfu and Abu Simbel as well as the Pyramids prove the greatest draw for many other visitors. For a growing number of tourists though, it&#8217;s the clear blue waters of the Red Sea that proves irresistible for snorkelling or scuba diving in the beautiful coral reefs lining the coast.</p>
<p>If your idea of great luxury holidays involves snorkelling or Scuba diving, then Hurghada is probably the place for you!Hurghada Hotels cater for the single traveller, couples and families and are perfect for a relaxed beach holiday if that&#8217;s what you want or can be the ideal base for diving holidays in Egypt.<span id="more-411"></span> Those with a taste for luxury holidays are well catered for in <a href="http://www.jaz.travel/destinations/egypt/sharm_el_sheikh/" target="_blank">Sharm el Sheikh holidays</a>with a choice of sumptuous five-star resorts complete with private beaches and fantastic international cuisine. Those on a tighter budget can base themselves in compact, family-friendly boutique-style three-star hotels that are intimate, welcoming and very human scale.</p>
<p>Hurghada&#8217;s warm Red Sea waters are ideal for the rare fish and coral reefs that make this place so popular with the diving community. Most dive sites are suitable for all levels of diving ability, from outright novice to seasoned expert.Divers are rewarded with a rich and varied marine life that includes moray eels, turtles, grouper fish and blacktip sharks. The Bottlenose dolphin is particularly populous in Hurghada&#8217;s waters, and the chances of meeting pods of wild dolphins on a dive are very good!And even if you are a non-diver, you can still enjoy the sights of the underwater world of the Red Sea by booking a trip on a small submarine where you can dive to a maximum depth of 22m with around 50 minutes of bottom time.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.jaz.travel/" target="_blank">luxury holidays</a>to Hurghada can also take advantage of sports on, not just under, the water too! Hurghada is the top Red Sea destination for wind and kitesurfing and is picking up a great reputation as a wake-boarding destination too. Hurghada offers good, strong, winds throughout the year, created by the mountain ranges behind the town and Giftun Island offshore. The coast is also generally flat without fringing reefs, creating the perfect conditions for wind and kite surfing. Many Hurghada hotels also offer less extreme and more relaxed watersports from banana rides to snorkelling excursions, pedal boats, canoeing, catamarans, glass-bottom boats and parasailing.</p>
<p>If diving doesn&#8217;t float your boat so to speak, perhaps <a href="http://www.jaz.travel/NileCruises.asp" target="_blank">Nile Cruises</a>past the ancient monuments and temples would be more suitable.</p>
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		<title>The Joy of Naturalist Photography</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:47:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Naturalist photography makes a perfect rendition of people&#8217;s love for the environment and an expression of their attitude to nature. Some photographers train for landscape photography, others for plant photography, while wildlife photography poses most challenges of all. Besides professional experience, you need a lot of skills for such an occupation. When waiting for the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Naturalist photography makes a perfect rendition of people&#8217;s love for the environment and an expression of their attitude to nature. Some photographers train for landscape photography, others for plant photography, while wildlife photography poses most challenges of all. Besides professional experience, you need a lot of skills for such an occupation.<span id="more-410"></span> When waiting for the right moment to capture the image, it is not always comfortable to be in the wild. <a href="http://www.lonepinephoto.ca" target="_blank">Naturalist photography</a> as a wildlife experience is very intense.</p>
<p>When you are there trying to take photos of animals playing, hunting or sleeping, the experience is beyond imagination. Naturalist photography has the thrill of adventure. Yet, not everybody suits the job description. Some people will prefer to combine naturalist photography with documentary journalism. Such a profession requires lots of traveling and it needs some special equipments. A common example of special gear here is the telephoto lens.</p>
<p>Then, naturalist photography involves special care and maintenance of the equipment. Most of the instruments and tools are both delicate and incredibly expensive. Therefore, if you are careless, your financial loss will be considerable. Always carry a tripod around with you so that you can take quality photos no matter in what environment. Then, for a sure transportation during the trip, you should pack all the equipment carefully.</p>
<p>Light and shadows play an important part in naturalist photography. Experienced photographers always shoot when the sunlight is at its best and the weather is fine so as to achieve a good photo clarity. Other elements that influence the quality of naturalist photography are the location and the scenic view. It is not enough to have enthusiasm and energy, a photographer also needs to rely on a good eye and great skill. Naturalist photography will plainly render your impression and emotion in front of a landscape together with the beauty of the natural corner.</p>
<p>Naturalist photography as we know it today has grown out from the eager preoccupation with nature that marked the mid 19th century when the industrial revolution had just started to shape the mindset and the environment. Even today we tend to associate naturalist photography with devotion and sincerity, and even if there is not that much in terms of fame, personal satisfaction is plentiful.</p>
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		<title>Is It Viable To Get Discount TCA Tattoo Removal?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 28 Feb 2010 10:47:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many dermatologists and spa centers rely on the use of TCA tattoo removal products as an alternative to surgery or laser interventions. The main ingredient is a peeling agent, an acid, with a very intense impact at the skin level. Although the skin sensation is pretty soft, as it just feels like water, careless application [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many dermatologists and spa centers rely on the use of TCA tattoo removal products as an alternative to surgery or laser interventions. The main ingredient is a peeling agent, an acid, with a very intense impact at the skin level. Although the skin sensation is pretty soft, as it just feels like water, careless application can lead to serious tissue damage.<span id="more-409"></span> Studies have so far indicated that TCA tattoo removal is safe and simple, yet, only if the usage instructions are closely followed.Click through here for more information on <a href="http://www.lowerbacktattoo.net/music-tattoos" target="_blank">music tattoos</a> .</p>
<p>With TCA tattoo removal, a controlled inflammation occurs at the skin level. In reaction, the skin over the tattoo will start peeling in about a week after the application. This is the first stage of the TCA tattoo removal, because you will have to apply the peeling agent once every six weeks until the skin gets clean. As the acid agent continues to peel off the skin, the pigment eventually breaks and is eliminated naturally. This means that the new tissue grows permanently and the tattoo gets cleared. The major health risks here are infections and scarring, but they can be both prevented with enough care constant skincare.</p>
<p>It is impossible to predict how good the results will be, even if TCA tattoo removal has a good efficiency range. The size of the tattoo, the skin color, the pigment used in the tattoo as well as the age of the tattoo represent the main factors that influence the efficiency of the process. Moreover, nobody can tell how one is going to respond to the treatment. Don&#8217;t forget to check the usage list for side effects. You will gain complimentary worthwhile information on <a href="http://www.lowerbacktattoo.net/music-tattoos" target="_blank">music tattoos</a> here.</p>
<p>The impact of TCA products on the tissues could be more serious than you expect particularly with repeated application. Cease TCA tattoo removal if you experience very serious discomfort or pain at the skin level. A dermatologist could provide answers to lots of your questions and he/she could monitor your condition during the treatment. Visit your doctor before applying the product to check your health. This is a form of making sure that you stay in good health and that your condition is constantly monitored. You should acquire stacks of additional worthwhile information about <a href="kwfpermalink" target="_blank">star tattoo</a> here.</p>
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		<title>Useful tips on metal point</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 27 Feb 2010 18:57:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Doug</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Way back before the pencil was invented, artists needing to put down a detailed drawing before commencing a portrait used something called a metal point. This was a very common way of producing a delicate mark on prepared grounds like gesso. 
The metal point simply consisted of a piece of gold, silver or lead which [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Way back before the pencil was invented, artists needing to put down a detailed drawing before commencing a portrait used something called a metal point. This was a very common way of producing a delicate mark on prepared grounds like gesso. </p>
<p>The metal point simply consisted of a piece of gold, silver or lead which was fashioned with a small tip allowing it to make a mark, similar to a hard pencil.<span id="more-408"></span> A few different metals were used for this but the majority normally used gold, silver or lead. Gold makes a yellowish brown line, lead a dull grey one, but in all likelihood the most favoured metal was silver. Silver produces a finely rendered line that starts off grey, though given time, turns a brownish black due to oxidisation. Metal point was used particularly for creating an underdrawing for <a title="pet portraits" href="http://www.robtyrrell-petportraits.co.uk" target="_blank">portraits</a> and other compositions that required great detail and, because of it&#8217;s faint and delicate line, it was easily obscured by the subsequent layers of paint, even quite thin layers and glazes. Leonardo da Vinci used silver point to great effect when he did &#8220;The Condottiere&#8221; (British Museum, London), a very detailed drawing with a surprising amount of light and shade, given the medium being used. </p>
<p>It is possible to buy metal points commercially, but it is quite simple to replicate one yourself. All you need is a thin piece of silver wire and a clutch pencil, in place of the pencil leads, use the silver wire. The tip of the silver needs to be relatively fine without actually being sharp, as this may scratch the surface rather than lay down a line. Before putting point to paper, it is generally best to rub the tip with an emery board to remove sharp edges or roughness from the tip. The another benefit for the artist using metal point is that it will not need to be reshaped or sharpened for a very long time as the tip suffers very little wear.</p>
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		<title>Really Useful RC Vehicles</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 18:56:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are so many uses (including the fun ones) that RC vehicles have been able to offer us over the years and with more and more coming out now they are proving to help us out in things like police work, wars and doing other odd jobs.
 Spying Many  RC helicopter as well as [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are so many uses (including the fun ones) that RC vehicles have been able to offer us over the years and with more and more coming out now they are proving to help us out in things like police work, wars and doing other odd jobs.</p>
<p> <strong>Spying<br /></strong><br /> Many  <a href="http://www.modelzone.co.uk/radio_control_models-helicopters.htm" target="_blank">RC helicopter</a> as well as the more traditional <a href="http://www.modelzone.co.uk/radio_control_models-aircraft.htm" target="_blank">RC aircraft</a> are actually used for spying and obviously the planes are used more because they can go higher, are quieter and have longer lasting fuel on them. A lot of the spy planesare based on RC design as they are operated by remote controls, think how many battles we could have lost without these.<span id="more-407"></span></p>
<p> <strong>Police Work</strong></p>
<p> The police have actually started to use RC helicopters to look in on the people they are wanting to catch, this is a good idea but is it right. It is only recently that this has started to occur because the noise of the choppers has been almost cut out. The police can now actually listen in silence without the suspect knowing they are there, in a way it is wrong, especially if they are innocent.</p>
<p> <strong>Bombing?<br /></strong><br /> These RC choppers can actually delivery small bombs to targets as well which is pretty scary if you think about it.</p>
<p> <strong>Hobby</strong></p>
<p> One of the big reasons these things were even made was so people could have a bit of fun with them after a long day working, although they are not easy to fly. This doesnt seem to be the use that people want to use them for but lets be honest they were made to be used in this way.</p>
<p> Of course if you are not into those copters why not have a bit of a look into those <a href="http://www.modelzone.co.uk/radio_control_models-tanks.htm" target="_blank">RC tanks</a>, they are pretty cool to drive too.</p>
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		<title>Cheap Tattoo Removal In Texas.</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2010 07:05:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Doug</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Modern technology and the quick access to information gives us the chance to research well before deciding to use one health care service or another. And health care-related services in the private sector have all the more need for transparency. Tattoo removal has recently developed with a pretty large number of solutions for cleaning the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Modern technology and the quick access to information gives us the chance to research well before deciding to use one health care service or another. And health care-related services in the private sector have all the more need for transparency. Tattoo removal has recently developed with a pretty large number of solutions for cleaning the skin, from laser and pulsed light therapy to topical treatments and surgery.<span id="more-406"></span> There are plenty of tattoo removal Texas experts, and people may have difficulties deciding which to choose. Yet, certain criteria should be used as guidelines to determine which service provider is the right one. Let&#8217;s take an illustrative example and see which are the stages that you need to go through before getting a clean skin. Click over here for extra information on <a href="http://www.armtattoos.org/star-tattoo-designs/" target="_blank">star tattoo designs</a> .</p>
<p>Depending on which part of Texas you live in, you can start the search online, by looking into local directories. Internet databases provide direct access to plenty of resources such as spas, beauty centers and clinics. Therefore, most tattoo removal Texas experts can be contacted online either for information or for an appointment. Then, once you decide to go for a consultantion, you&#8217;ll have to answer lots of medical questions that will determine the suitability of the tattoo removal intervention. The most important thing to find out is whether the service provider you see is licensed to pass a medical diagnosis or not.</p>
<p>General medical practitioners and physicians often open tattoo removal centers based on their medical qualification. Nevertheless, Dermatological diagnosis of some former skin condition should be taken into consideration before performing tattoo removal, and the specialist ought to know about your medical history. Therefore, web information just gives one clues, meaning that you should seek and find efficient solutions to your problems in a professional appointment. Internet maps and online search boxes using the zip code will help you find a good tattoo removal Texas expert.You will gain extra  information on <a href="http://www.armtattoos.org/star-tattoo-designs/" target="_blank">star tattoo designs</a> here.</p>
<p>From the millions of Americans that have at least one tattoo, estimates show that half of them would like to perform a tattoo removal. Some act on this decision while others cannot afford to pay for the costs of the intervention. Whichever you decide, it is important not to neglect pertinent medical information and to learn about the risks of removing tattoos without the right equipment. Whether you seek tattoo removal Texas experts or you are just curious about what options you&#8217;ve got, the web pages used for promotional purposes could very well be the start of a serious change you may choose to make in the future. You will get oodles of extra  information on <a href="http://www.armtattoos.org/star-tattoo-designs/" target="_blank">star tattoo designs</a> here.</p>
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		<title>Compensation Stalkers Target Spas</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 20 Feb 2010 18:55:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Doug</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Spas in many areas are having to protect themselves against legal action by tightening their procedures after a barrage of personal injury claims have been made against them. The number of claims last year increased by 36% according the National Spa Association, the majority of which were related to massage. The situation has led to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Spas in many areas are having to protect themselves against legal action by tightening their procedures after a barrage of personal injury claims have been made against them. The number of claims last year increased by 36% according the National Spa Association, the majority of which were related to massage. The situation has led to an increased depth in the <a href="http://www.thesanctuary.co.uk/" target="_blank">health spa</a> screening process of clientele and more legal protective procedures to be put in place.<span id="more-405"></span></p>
<p>A case last year of a woman suing a local spa after she claimed she was injured by a bad massage, is likely to be the cause of the increase in claim activity.She had suffered from recurring back problems in the past but assured the therapist that they no longer caused her any discomfort.Even so, she still decided to sue the spa when the her massage left her with supposed mobility problems and she was awarded a 5 figure pay out.</p>
<p>Since this incident, the amount of claims being filled has gone through the roof. Most have followed the massage claim route but there have also been reported claims related to hair damage, digestive problem and even onset of migraines.There is little doubt that a large number of these claims are not genuine and are simply scams to get money from the spas. A number of insurance companies have announced that they will take strong legal action against false claims, but this is still a worrying time for any <a href="http://www.travelpackers.com/cgi-bin/journals/story.cgi?id=3151" target="_blank">health spa</a>.</p>
<p>The advice that is being given out to all health spas at the moment is to be very diligent when it comes learning as much about the clients health and history as possible and also to maintain good standards of service. They are advised to source any <a href="http://www.thesanctuary.co.uk/beauty-products.htm" target="_blank">beauty products</a> from reputable companies, service and check over their equipment as often as possible, and maintain regular high quality treatment training for their therapists.</p>
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		<title>Bad University Habits</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 20 Feb 2010 16:50:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are currently leaving away from home either studying at university or college then you pay want to pay attention to this. If you are one of the parents then some of this information may be a bit shocking.
While there is no way a student can regularly afford to get the  catering in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are currently leaving away from home either studying at university or college then you pay want to pay attention to this. If you are one of the parents then some of this information may be a bit shocking.</p>
<p>While there is no way a student can regularly afford to get the  <a href="http://www.redanywhere.co.uk" target="_blank">catering</a> in that doesn&#8217;t mean that there excuses when it comes to not eating properly.<span id="more-404"></span></p>
<p><strong>On It&#8217;s Way Out?</strong></p>
<p>Although there are a few foods out there that wont do you any harm if they are a few days out of date there are many that you shouldn&#8217;t even think about touching simply because they could really make you quite ill. Use by dates are the worst as they state use by for a reason however if you notice a best before date then the chances are that it would be okay to eat a few days or even weeks after the date on the tin. The quality of the food could be very poor indeed. These are unlikely to make you ill.</p>
<p><strong>Leftovers Anyone?<br /></strong><br />Unless the takeaway has been in the firdge overnight it is never a good idea to go out and eat it for this reason alone.. The main reason for this is because that in the right condition bacteria can produce a thouand times over. Guess what, the right condition is that nice room temperature that people tend to leave the pizzas out in. if you are thinking about heating it up again make sure that the meal is piping hot.</p>
<p><strong>Green Foods?</strong></p>
<p>If you spot that nice green patch on your bread then the worst things you can do is cut that bit off and eat the rest. This is because the mould will produce invisible toxins and they can make their way across to the rest of the food.</p>
<p>so although you may not be able to get <a href="http://www.redanywhere.co.uk" target="_blank">outside catering </a>there are really no excuses to get silly with eating food.</p>
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		<title>Canvas repairs for the artist</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:06:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Whether we paint pet portraits, family portraits, landscapes, or house portraits, we all like to think our pictures will stand the test of time. Using a high quality linen, that is properly prepared with several layers of gesso on both sides and stretched over kiln-dried hardwood stretchers, they can last more than a lifetime . [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whether we paint <a title="pet portraits" href="http://www.robtyrrell-petportraits.co.uk" target="_blank">pet portraits</a>, family portraits, landscapes, or <a title="house portraits" href="http://www.robtyrrell-petportraits.co.uk" target="_blank">house portraits</a>, we all like to think our pictures will stand the test of time. Using a high quality linen, that is properly prepared with several layers of gesso on both sides and stretched over kiln-dried hardwood stretchers, they can last more than a lifetime . However, with the best will in the world, it doesn&#8217;t matter how well you prepare your canvas, it will always be vulnerable to damage through inadvertent pressure on the surface causing dents or even tears in the canvas.<span id="more-403"></span> Such damage does not need to be fatal for the painting and, in most cases, a damaged canvas can be repaired.</p>
<p>If accidental pressure on the canvas causes a bump, it can be removed by lightly rubbing the area on the back with a wet finger. If this is not enough, more moisture can be dabbed onto the canvas with a sponge, but caution should be taken not avoid making the canvas too wet. Distortions can be rectified using a cool iron over the back of the canvas. Where pressure on the canvas has actually caused the paint surface to crack, ironing from the back can help reduce the appearance of the damage.</p>
<p>Little tears and punctures are repaired by adding a piece of the same type of canvas on the rear of the picture. The piece should be at least 2 inches larger on every side than the rip itself, and frayed around the edges to camouflage it&#8217;s presence. The traditional adhesive for this is beeswax or beeswax and damar, and the patch is applied with a iron that is just hot enough to melt the wax. There are modern alternatives to this adhesive but be sure that only conservation quality ones are used.</p>
<p>Whenever you try to make any of these repairs, always make sure that the canvas is set face down on a flat surface and supported by a blanket covered with brown craft paper. </p>
<p>Over time canvases can become slack, if this occurs, do not automatically tighten the wedges as minor distortions are very likely to correct themselves. If you find that you do need to tighten the wedges, avoid driving them in any more than is absolutely necessary, otherwise you run the risk of cracking the paint and cheap commercially prepared canvases may also rip. Canvases should always stay on the stretcher, if they are removed for any period of time, the canvas will relax making it difficult to re-stretch. If it does become necessary to take the canvas off the stretcher, maybe for the purposes of transportation, paintings should always be rolled so that the paint surface is on the outside, as there is less risk of the surface cracking.</p>
<p>Picture restoration is a highly skilled job and those who practice it have had many years experience in this field. The advice offered here is chiefly aimed at the artist wishing to repair his or her own works, anybody wanting to repair a valuable work should always take the painting to a professional picture restorer.</p>
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