These Raccoons Are Creating Abstract Masterpiece Paintings Using Their Tiny Paws

Did you know that raccoons have a natural talent for abstract painting? Their creative spirit is fostered thanks to the help of their humans Mitchell and Sarah Thyme. The Thymes came up with the idea to let their raccoons paint by observing the behavior of the creatures. Every canvas features the raccoons' adorable paw prints in multiple colors. The finished paintings are as unique as Piper and Cheeto are. The raccoon paintings are for sale on the Thymes' website,Tito the Racoon....

August 17, 2020 · 1 min · 133 words · Claudia Christensen

Discover the Rich History of the Hobo Nickel and Meet the Artists Keeping the Craft Alive

These hand-heldbas relief sculptureswere a reflection of the individual’s character, etched into the gleaming metal coin forever. Decades later, original hobo nickels are still sought after collector coins. When theBuffalo nickelwas introduced in 1913, it became the most popular surface for coin engravers in the U.S. Nearly all older coins were adorned with female heads (such as theLiberty Head nickel). Some artists went another route and turned it into a walking man wearing a backpack....

August 16, 2020 · 1 min · 213 words · Margaret Campbell

Este gigantesco mural floral fue pintado sobre 5 muros de un edificio en San José

Esta pieza forma parte de la serie de murales de inspiracion botanica de Caron llamadaWeeds(Malas hierbas). Su objetivo es celebrar la belleza y la tenacidad de la vida natural frente a la adversidad. Pueden ser diminutas, pero rompen el hormigon, explica la artista en susitio web. “Limonium”, centro de convenciones de San José Estan en todas partes y aun asi no se ven. Y cuanto mas se pisan, mas fuertes vuelven a crecer....

August 16, 2020 · 1 min · 188 words · Timothy Smith

Giant Flower Mural Painted Across 5 Surfaces of a Building in San Jose

This commissioned piece is part of Caron’s ongoing series of botanical-inspired murals calledWeeds. Its aim is to emphasize the beauty and tenacity of natural life in the face of adversity. They may be tiny, but they break through concrete, the artist explains on herwebsite. “Limonium,” San José Convention Center They are everywhere and yet unseen. And the more they get stepped on, the stronger they grow back. She then magnifies the plant in her murals so that it can receive more attention and appreciation....

August 16, 2020 · 1 min · 165 words · Robert Lambert

Imaginary Japanese Storefronts Come to Life in Charming Watercolor Scenes

Florist KusakabeThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. like readour disclosurefor more info. “Florist Kusakabe”This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. Urbanowicz’s seriesNew Storefrontsdepicts imaginary Japanese storefronts inspired by retro architecture styles. Every building inNew Storefrontsis based on a prompt given by Urbanowicz’s fans onhis popular YouTube channel....

August 16, 2020 · 2 min · 254 words · Cassandra Evans

Artist Bottles the Beauty of the Ocean in Completely Unique Wood and Resin Pieces

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. hey readour disclosurefor more info. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. Talented artists continue to explore the creative possibilities ofresin. This malleable material resembles the qualities of glass but offers more durability and wear....

August 15, 2020 · 1 min · 115 words · Stephanie Fitzpatrick

Artista de filigrana recrea ‘La noche estrellada’ de Van Gogh con detalles arremolinados

El antiguo arte decorativo de la filigrana transforma tiras de papel en voluminosos disenos tridimensionales. Ahora, los artistas contemporaneos exploran las posibilidades de este medio, desderetratos realistashastaanimales y objetos llenos de color. Cuando Rikic descubrio la filigrana, quedo impresionada por el extraordinario impacto visual que podia producir. Dependiendo de la complejidad del diseno, cada pieza puede tomar dias o semanas. Asimismo, su mapa del mundo requirio casi un mes de trabajo....

August 15, 2020 · 1 min · 98 words · Terri Owens

Claudio Bravo: A Prolific Portrait Artist Who Painted the Humble Beauty of Paper Packages

He created around 500 artworks during his life that included paintings, drawings, and sculptures. Bravo is perhaps best-known for his hyperrealistic depictions of paper packaging. Read on to learn about Bravos life and works. “Claudio Bravo Camus' 83rd Birthday Google Doodle by Shanti Rittgers. (Photo:Google) His father, Tomas Bravo Santibanez, was a wealthy landowner who had three ranches. However, the young man was completely disinterested in this path and chose to pursue art instead....

August 15, 2020 · 3 min · 528 words · Frank Patton

Paper Quilling Artist Recreates Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’ With Swirling Details

The age-old decorative art ofpaper quillingtransforms strips of paper into voluminous three-dimensional designs. Now, contemporary artists are exploring the possibilities of this traditional craft, includingrealistic animal portraitureandImpressionist-style compositions. When Rikic discovered quilling, she was amazed by the extraordinary visual impact it could produce. Depending on the complexity of the design, each piece can take days or even weeks to make. Likewise, her intricate map of the world required almost a month of time....

August 15, 2020 · 1 min · 119 words · Shelly Yu

Adorable Toddler Perfectly Recreates His Uncle’s Serious Modeling Photos

Male models can strike some ridiculous poses. Although they’re over the top, the six-pack abs encourage us to look past the exaggerated acting. But when a toddler does the same pose? The pictures are then placed side by side on the Instagram account called@babyandthebody. Katina Behm, Augies mom and Polites sister, is the one behind the brilliant account. The project has been going on for years, and while things have changed, @babyandthebody lives on....

August 14, 2020 · 1 min · 118 words · April Reid

Amazing Macro Winners of the International Garden Photographer of the Year 2020

Botanic Loop byBruno Militelli, Sao Paulo, Brazil. Partnering with the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, London, IGPOTY offers multiple themed contests throughout the year. For the Macro Art contest, photographers captured minuscule moments of beauty in gardens around the world. “Botanic Loop” byBruno Militelli, São Paulo, Brazil. 1st Place. Each photo is rich in color, detail, and texture despite the tiny subjects. A hidden world of garden life is revealed through this collection of stunning images....

August 14, 2020 · 3 min · 603 words · Jeremy Jackson

Beautiful Animated Film Reveals a Close-Up View of Nature’s Growth and Life Cycles

The video transforms nature into a work of art. His photography and videography allow these sculptures to come to life through their interaction with the community. The animated short film tells the tale of a garden located outside a city. It highlights the sort of multi-sensory effect you’d find in an app created to calm the mind. The peaceful garden activity takes center stage with flitting insects and gently wilting petals....

August 14, 2020 · 1 min · 157 words · Victor Gonzalez

Este hermoso cortometraje animado muestra el ciclo de vida de las flores con lujo de detalle

Asi, el video transforma la naturaleza en una obra de arte. Este cortometraje animado cuenta la historia de un jardin ubicado a las afueras de una ciudad. El video nos recuerda al efecto multisensorial podrias encontrar en unaappde relajacion. La pacifica actividad del jardin es la protagonista con insectos que revolotean y petalos que se marchitan lentamente. Este equipo de artistas tambien ha creado una secuela, tituladaStory of Flowers 2....

August 14, 2020 · 1 min · 137 words · Andrea Savage