Month: April 2022

Astrology

Chinese New Year – The Tale of the Animals

Chinese New Year - The Tale of the Animals : According to Chinese astrology, each year is associated with an animal. Out of the twelve animals in the Chinese zodiac, also known as Sheng Xiao, the goat comes eighth. Other animals that appear in the lunar calendar are rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, monkey, rooster, dog and pig. February 19, 2015 welcomes the Year of the Goat in celebration of the Chinese New Year, China's most loved festival. The Chinese New Year is a celebration of many things - folklore, culture, art and tradition. There are many timeless tales of how the holiday came to be and why it is celebrated. One of these tales revolves around the relevance of the animals in the Chinese Zodiac, and their order of appearance in the 12-year calendar cycle. It is ...
Arts and Entertainment

Use of Colorants in the Plastic Industry

Use of Colorants in the Plastic Industry : Pigment orange, pigment blue, pigment green; you name it and you have an attractive piece of plastic ware with that colour tint in some store or the other. However, in today's times the scope of pigments and dyes in plastics are not limited merely to lending hues and shades. They also make an impact on sustainability, processability and compliance. The question often arises as to which among the two; dyes or pigments are best suited for use in the plastics industry. Dyes are used to shade or tint a resin and as such they have to be transparent, strong and exhibit good heat stability. However, dyes are compatible with only a few resins and therefore their use in quite limited in this industry. Pigments on the other hand provide more options to...
Arts and Entertainment

Dyeing of Wool

Dyeing of Wool : Wool in its natural form has a neutral shade and has to be dye to obtain varied hues. In most cases, wool can be bleached or dye at any of the processing stages though it is commonly done after washing or when it is spun into yarn. Wool which is dyed at the yarn stage is referred to as yarn dye while stock dye wool is the name given to wool which is dye right after washing. Plant colours can be used for a natural dyeing process though chemical are the ones preferred for commercial applications. The dyes used for wool are chemically anionic in nature. Two factors that determine the rate of dyeing are the pH and the rate of increase in temperature of the dye bath liquor. Wool is said to be dye or bleached successfully if one achieves the uniformity, correct shade, requir...
Arts and Entertainment

The Magic of ‘Glow in the Dark’ Pigments

The Magic of 'Glow in the Dark' Pigments : Certain specialty colorants stand apart from the regular organic pigments due to certain attributes possessed by them. One of the attribute is the 'glow in the dark' effect. The special substances are referred to as phosphors and glowing is sometimes called phosphorescence. Visible light is radiated by these Phosphors after they are energized. This implies that the phosphors have to be exposed to light for the required time for them to be energized and glow in the dark. This stored energy is then released by the phosphors at a slow rate for a certain period of time. While this energy is being released small quantities of light is emitted and that is the reason for the object to glow in the dark. Many chemical compounds act as phosphors; howev...
Arts and Entertainment

Sculpture Anyone?

Sculpture Anyone? : Are you experimenting and looking for another art outlet? Have you considered sculpting? Sculpture has been with us for as long as man has been in existence. Archeologists have located many wooden, clay, and stone objects used by early human inhabitants of earth. There are collections of both art and craft articles which were made by early man. Sculpture is a form of art expressing itself into a three-dimensional object. The object may be molded, chipped or cut depending on the medium used. It is art because it is beautiful. It is a craft if it has a practical function. The object can be both an art and a craft when it is both beautiful and functional. Many of us were exposed to the art and craft of sculpture when we molded clay and chipped wood during our early ye...
A Comprehensive Guide to the Diverse World of Female Modeling
Arts and Entertainment

A Comprehensive Guide to the Diverse World of Female Modeling

The spotlight often shines on the likes of Gisele Bundchen, Heidi Klum, and Naomi Campbell, In the vast realm of modeling, but the industry encompasses a diverse array of professionals with varying specialties, each making their mark in the world of fashion and commercial modeling. From runway sensations to behind-the-scenes influencers, the modeling world offers a plethora of opportunities for women to showcase their unique talents and beauty. Let's delve into the various types of female modeling jobs, each with its distinctive requirements and characteristics. 1. Fashion Editorial Fashion editorial models, gracing the glossy pages of renowned magazines like Harper's Bazaar and Vogue, epitomize elegance and sophistication. With a height range of 5' 9" to 6' 0" and a slender frame boasti...