How “La Belle Époque” Transformed Paris Into the City We Know and Love Today

What isLa Belle Epoque? During this time, several aspects of Parisian culture saw important developments. What sparked such an all-encompassing golden age? Mary Cassatt, “Woman with a Pearl Necklace in a Loge,” 1879 (Photo:Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain) To find out, one must contextualize this cultural event within history. As a result, the new government was faced with the task of rebuilding Paris. In any case, these projects ushered in a new period of Paris:La Belle Epoque....

February 9, 2020 · 2 min · 299 words · Jacob Wolf

Watercolorist Creates Vintage-Style Prints of Botanicals and Tiny Specimen Collections

British artistAmy Rose Gedenadds her own twist to the romantic aesthetic of botanical prints. First, each object is carefully studied in preliminary drafts. Each original painting is made up of layers of watercolor and gouache, creating depth and realism. And, to keep up to date with the artist’s latest creations, you might follow her onInstagram. Artist Amy Rose Geden combines natural history with botanical motifs in her prints. The artist takes inspiration from her surroundings as well as from found objects....

February 9, 2020 · 1 min · 94 words · Laura Avery

16 Groundbreaking African-American Artists Who Shaped History

This has culminated in a popular art history paved mostly by white artists. Here are 16 famous African American artists that any art lover should know. Joshua Johnson John Jacob Anderson and Sons, John and Edward by Joshua Johnson. “Broom Jumpers,” by Bisa Butler 2019 (quilted and appliquéd cotton, wool and chiffon | 58″ x 98″) Born free in Upstate New York, Lewis began her career as a sculptor in Boston....

February 8, 2020 · 4 min · 823 words · Jonathan Villegas

Whimsical Tattoos Look Like They’re Straight Out of a Children’s Storybook

Having always experimented with artistic materials since he was a child, Istanbul-based artistAyhan Karadaghas finally found his callingtattooing. He inks colorful, cute tattoos that look like fantastical storybook illustrations. Each permanent ink drawing allows wearers to celebrate the magic of childlike imagination. Check out some of Karadags fairytale tattoos below and find more from his portfolio onInstagram. Tattoo artist Ayhan Karadag’s permanent ink drawings celebrate the magic of childhood. Each drawing is inked on the wearer’s skin in delicate lines and vibrant colors....

February 8, 2020 · 1 min · 93 words · Jennifer Coffey DDS

35 Regalos románticos para mostrar tu amor a distancia

Aun si la tecnologia ayuda mucho, una videollamada diaria o semana puede no ser suficiente. En cambio, un detalle significativo puede reforzar su vinculo especial hasta que puedan reunirse de nuevo. Te gustaria llevar el lugar en el que esta a todas partes? Prueba con unbrazalete con coordenadaso fechas importantes. Quieres obsequiarle una experiencia? Algo como unpastelo unavelapuede alentarle hasta la proxima vez que se vean. Marie Poulle and Jean Gregoire |$100-$170...

February 7, 2020 · 1 min · 203 words · Jessica Obrien

Adorable Wool-Felted Creatures Look Like They Belong in a Magical Woodland

From fuzzy forest animalstoneedle-felted food, weve seen many textile artists transform wool into all sorts of cute creations. Moscow-based artistNastasya Shuljaks wool felt creatures are particularly adorable, though. The artist began creating her felted animals when a friend gave her a pack of wool. The talented textile artist even hosts her own workshops on how to create the toys. Shuljak is driven to create by the response she gets from people who hold her creations in their hands....

February 7, 2020 · 1 min · 125 words · Mary Torres

Denver Non-Profit Transforms Hotel Into Affordable Housing for the Homeless

TheColorado Coalition for the Homelesswill begin leasing apartments at Fusion Studios this month. These apartments will provide immediate relief for homeless citizens who are coming from shelters or directly off the streets. This is particularly true in Denver, where the city’s no camping ban is still being enforced. The project was really born out of desperation,saidParvensky. This really shows what we can do when we get creative about problem-solving and affordable housing,saidGov....

February 7, 2020 · 1 min · 100 words · Joshua Mitchell

American Gothic: Cómo una casa “muy pintable” inspiró una obra maestra del arte moderno

Esta region inspiraria su pintura mas famosa:American Gothic(Gotico estadounidense). Quien fue Grant Wood? Grant Wood nacio en Anamosa, Iowa, en 1891. Tras la muerte de su padre cuando solo tenia 10 anos, su familia se mudo a Cedar Rapids. Ademas de migrar por el Medio Oeste, Wood viajo frecuentemente al extranjero. Pionero delRenacimiento nordico, Van Eyck es reconocido por sus detalladas pinturas creadas con un estilo realista. Grant Wood, “Autorretrato”, 1925 (Foto:Wikimedia CommonsDominio público)...

February 6, 2020 · 2 min · 262 words · Tony Wells

Artist Embroiders Lifelike Jellyfish That “Swim” Past the Hoop

Contemporary embroiderers have revitalized an age-old craft with their exceptionalhand-stitched art. Her aquatic-inspired embroidery depicts colorful jellyfish whose long tendrils drift off of the hoop. Although the embroidery is stunning in of itself, the artist also stages her pieces in a creative way. Artist Yuliya Kucherenko creates unique jellyfish embroidery. In each one, the artist stitches a colorful jellyfish whose tendrils extend beyond the hoop.

February 6, 2020 · 1 min · 65 words · Richard Ramirez

Ces Courtepointes Vibrantes Honorent Les Hommes Et Les Femmes Noirs Dont Les Histoires Ont Été Oubliées Ou Négligées

Les resultats sont frappants. Pendant ses etudes superieures en education artistique, elle a cree une petite courtepointe avec un amenagement paysager. Et d’un point de vue logistique, la courtepointe etait attrayante. “I Am Not Your Negro”, 2019 (coton matelassé et appliqué, laine et mousseline | 50″ x 72″ x 1″) Je pouvais manipuler les fibres et les tissus tout en etant assise a cote de mes enfants. Butler les exprime en commencant par un dessin au trait detaille qui devient son modele....

February 6, 2020 · 2 min · 248 words · Alyssa Santana

Coloridos cómics celebran la vibrante vida de Vincent van Gogh

El pintor Vincentvan Goghtuvo una vida verdaderamente fascinante. Puede que haya tenido un final amargo, pero fue una inspiracion para el futuro. Muchas ilustraciones hacen referencia a obras de arte particulares, comoLa noche estrellada(1889). Sigue hacia abajo para ver algunas de las mas recientes ilustraciones de Van Gogh creadas por Moghaddam. Muchas de las ilustraciones son protagonizadas por el pintor postimpresionista mientras navega su propio mundo. Otras imagenes ilustran los graves problemas de salud mental del iconico artista....

February 6, 2020 · 1 min · 89 words · Matthew Dixon

Posters of Oscar-Nominated Films Reimagined With an Adorable Corgi as the Star

(Her Instagram handle,@madmax_fluffyroad, is even named afterMad Max: Fury Road.) And thats exactly what Reisberg and Garyn did; 2019 movies have been reimagined around the corgi. Maxines humans were clever in how they rehashed the original film posters. “Once Upon a Time in Fluffywood” aka “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” They renamed the movies to be corgi-centric and even imagined elements of the design to fit with Maxines life....

February 6, 2020 · 1 min · 165 words · Daniel Mendez

This Milky Way Calendar Will Make Photographing the Galaxy a Breeze

As any skilledastrophotographerwill attest, the Milky Way is an incredible muse. Of course, for many, the idea of photographing the Milky Way is intimidating. Zafra also recommends shooting in hours when the Moon either isn’t visible or is quite dim. Zafra’s other big tips to get the gorgeous Milky Way picture you’re after?

February 6, 2020 · 1 min · 53 words · Alex Avila