I’m a long time fan of Kate Pugsley’s paintings and illustrations. They feature a fantastic mix of styles, riding a fine line between realism, fantasy, and abstraction—it’s what makes her compositions so memorable. My favorite pieces involve figures in flattened landscapes where the…
1. FORESTA Textile by Maria Cristina Ballarin 2. Hand Brooch by Jordan Grace Jones 3. Leaves Planter by Universal Issac 4. Sleeping Light by Fajno Design (see another image below) 5. Flying Bird Handkerchief by Elizabeth Graeber 6. Pocket Mirror by Matou en Peluche 7. Monarch Envelopes sold…
Embroiderer and illustrator Lisa Smirnova fuses two types of artistic styles to create one visually compelling textile. The portrait of this tattooed man has an Impressionistic-approach to it, with strands of peach, burnt sienna, and ivory sewn next to one another to imply a three-dimensional form. In addition…
Looking for a new start for the new year? Modern Thrive has a BOGO offer just in time for 2016! Modern Thrive is an online learning platform that was designed to help you figure out what you should do with your…
Lately, I can’t get enough of candles. Whenever I’m in my office/studio, there is a candle burning. What can I say—I love the comforting glow! Ceramist Laura Bird (previously) created these delightful holders perfect for burning two tall taper candles. Normally,…
Using materials such as polymer clay, wood, and paper, artist Sean Chao creates intricate, fantastical dioramas. The miniature sculptures depict landscapes—including dense forests and oceans—as well as bizarre creatures such as cat-controlled robots. Each hand-crafted scene feels like it’s a moment frozen in…
In October of this year, illustrator Olaf Hajek created 13 original paintings for the food company Vom Fass. These stunning works appear in their 2016 Art Calendar, as well as 12 different recipes for you to try. Conceptually, Olaf’s images are…
Hey friends, I’ll keep this post short and sweet, because I’m out of town for Christmas and been busy—like eating delicious food and seeing the new Star Wars… Here’s one of my favorite things I’ve seen in a while—a Baroque Lovebird by…
Using sandy-colored clays, artist Heidi Anderson combines human figures with animals (namely, owls). These characters, along with their surface decoration, are reminiscent of art from the Aztecs or ancient Mexico. While they recall these styles, it’s hard to put my finger…
Mlle Hipolyte is one of my favorite cut-paper artists working today. I love the meticulousness of her sculptures and the mask-like appearance that they all have. Their exaggerated colors and features give Mlle’s pieces a cartoonish quality, injecting some whimsy into her…