ARTLIEN
Art tools, writing & a walk through art history.
From golden-ratio compositions to fair commission pricing, ArtLien pairs free hands-on calculators with original guides on craft and the business of art — then invites you to wander centuries of paintings in an immersive gallery. Make, price, and study art with confidence.
Art Tools & Calculators
Free calculators for the studio and the business of art — proportion, pricing, sizing, scheduling, and color.
🎨 Golden Ratio Calculator
Calculate perfect proportions using the golden ratio (φ = 1.618) for harmonious art compositions.
💰 Art Commission Price Calculator
Calculate fair pricing for your artwork commissions based on size, time, materials, and experience.
🖼️ Gallery Commission Calculator
Calculate your take-home earnings after gallery commissions, fees, and taxes.
📏 Canvas Size Calculator
Calculate optimal canvas dimensions, aspect ratios, and print sizes for your artwork.
⏱️ Project Time Estimator
Estimate time needed for art projects based on size, complexity, medium, and experience level.
🎯 Color Palette Generator
Create harmonious color palettes using color theory principles for your art and design projects.
A Walk Through Art History
Step into an immersive gallery and follow the great painters across the centuries — explore artists movement by movement and stand before their masterpieces, with context that traces how each style gave rise to the next.
Tour the museum →From the Journal
Fresh writing on technique, art history, and the working life of an artist.
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