Brilliant Textured Paintings Capture European Countrysides in Kaleidoscopic Colors

The European countryside has served artists and writers alike as a rich source of creative inspiration. ManyImpressionistpainters likeMonetand Pissarro have captured delicate gardens, bucolic hills, and serene lakes in their paintings. Contemporary artistAnastasia Trusovalooks to her surroundings in a slightly different way. Each of the Russian artist’s landscape paintings bursts with psychedelic color and riveting texture. To see more of Trusova’s vibrant paintings, you’ve got the option to visit herInstagram....

January 1, 2020 · 1 min · 108 words · Jenna Carter

Conoce el antiguo arte del vidrio soplado y a los artistas que lo mantienen vivo hasta hoy

La respuesta esta en el arte del vidrio soplado. Esta tecnica involucra moldear el material con calor y, como sugiere su nombre, soplar. Es un acto relativamente simple que tiene el poder de crear piezas tanto funcionales como decorativas. Fotos de stockdeStefan Malloch /Shutterstock Fotos de stockdemaggee /Shutterstock Las tecnicas utilizadas en el vidrio soplado han permanecido casi iguales desde su descubrimiento. A partir de ahi, se le da forma al mover, rodar o soplar el vidrio....

January 1, 2020 · 1 min · 177 words · John Herrera

Escultor crea miniaturas de la arquitectura en decadencia de Filadelfia y Nueva Orleans

El artista tambien trabaja en recrear escenas de otras ciudades con arquitectura deteriorada, como Nueva Orleans. Las esculturas son una verdadera leccion de arquitectura urbana. Drew Leshko crea detalladas esculturas de la arquitectura en decadencia de Filadelfia y Nueva Orleans. Hechos principalmente de papel y madera, estos modelos a escala estan llenos de detalles increibles. Leshko suele enfocarse en fachadas que esten en riesgo de desaparecer por culpa de la gentrificacion....

January 1, 2020 · 1 min · 71 words · Peter Brandt Jr.

Pinturas surrealistas de animales reimaginan su profunda conexión con la naturaleza

En una de ellas, varios pajaros rojos reemplazan las flores bulbosas de plantas tropicales. Ching se intereso en las criaturas emplumadas despues de recibir un libro de fotografia de aves como regalo. Su complejidad y destreza en el vuelo me fascinaron y me enamore, recuerda a My Modern Met. Si estas cerca de Los Angeles, puedes ver el trabajo de Ching en persona. El artista Jon Ching crea pinturas surrealistas de pajaros inspiradas en su fascinacion por nuestros amigos emplumados....

January 1, 2020 · 1 min · 91 words · Patrick Kelley

Sculptor Creates Detailed Miniatures of Philadelphia and New Orleans’ Gritty Architecture

Philadelphia-based artistDrew Leshkois creating a sculptural archive of the city’s most at-risk architecture with his detailed scale models. The artist also works on scenes of other cities with deteriorating architecture, such as New Orleans. While the scale he works on12:1is typical of dollhouses, Leshko’s results are wildly different. Looking at the sculptures is a lesson in urban architecture. Drew Leshko creates detailed sculptures of Philadelphia and New Orleans' gritty urban architecture....

January 1, 2020 · 1 min · 95 words · Joshua Campbell

Surreal Animal Paintings Reimagine Wildlife and Their Connection to Nature

ArtistJon Chingis mesmerized by the beautiful plumage of birds. In one instance, small red birds replace the bulbous blooms on tropical plants. Both are exquisite examples of how the traditional subject ofbird artcan continually be reinvented into something brand new. Ching became interested in our winged friends after receiving a bird photography book as a gift. If youre local to Los Angeles, it’s possible for you to see Chings work in person....

January 1, 2020 · 1 min · 98 words · Brianna Jones

Artist Creates Giant 3D Portrait Paintings With Textured “Skin” You Can Feel

Oftentimes, to see artwork up close and from afar is to see two entirely different pieces. Canadian artistMichael Goodsonexplores this effect in his series of complex, large-scale portraits. The scale allows this tension as the viewer’s proximity to the piece transforms their experience of it. To achieve the mesmerizing tactile effect on his canvas, Goodson must layer his painting. First, he develops a pencil sketch of the subject on a 6 x 4 foot masonite....

December 31, 2019 · 1 min · 152 words · Angela Ware

Estas increíbles mesas de madera y resina llevan el mar y la playa hasta tu sala

Este articulo puede contener links de afiliados. Si realizas una compra, My Modern Met puede obtener una comision. Por favor lee nuestradivulgacion de afiliadospara mayor informacion. Este artículo puede contener links de afiliados. Si realizas una compra, My Modern Met puede obtener una comisión. Por favor lee nuestradivulgación de afiliadospara mayor información. La mayor parte de la tabla de nogal esta cubierta con el deslumbrante diseno de Wilkin. Sus ondas brillantes se complementan con una parte de madera sin pintar y un borde natural....

December 31, 2019 · 1 min · 118 words · Deborah Nelson

Este diseñador creó empaques creativos para envolver el dinero que le regaló a sus sobrinos en Navidad

Este articulo puede contener links de afiliados. Si realizas una compra, My Modern Met puede obtener una comision. Por favor lee nuestradivulgacion de afiliadospara mayor informacion. Este artículo puede contener links de afiliados. Si realizas una compra, My Modern Met puede obtener una comisión. Por favor lee nuestradivulgación de afiliadospara mayor información. El disenadorDonnachaidha O Chionnaighno se sorprendio cuando supo que sus sobrinos querian dinero en efectivo como regalo de Navidad....

December 31, 2019 · 2 min · 254 words · Sarah Smith

Expressive Oil Paintings Capture Energetic Visual Experiences of People and City Life

Like many artists, past and present, San Francisco-based painterJacob Dheinis inspired by the world around him. But rather than pigeonhole himself as a landscape or figurative artist, Dhein paints both. Inspiration for me comes from all around, Dhein tells My Modern Met. Each painting is highly textured and full of visible energy. This is especially evident in my paintings of dancers. Check out some of Dhein’s oil paintings below and see more from his portfolio on hiswebsite....

December 31, 2019 · 1 min · 115 words · April Morrison

Learn the Ancient Art of Glassblowing and the Contemporary Artists Who Blow Us Away Today

This is done through the art of glassblowing. The practice involves shaping the material using heat and, as the term implies, blowing. Air is then blown through that pipe and the pliable glass blooms into a bubble form. Photo:Stock Photosfrom Stefan Malloch /Shutterstock From there, its shaped by swinging, rolling, or blowing. The hardened material was used in making tools, arrowheads, and amulets. After the glass cooled, the cores were removed to reveal a hollow form....

December 31, 2019 · 2 min · 311 words · Sarah Collins

Amazing Wood and Resin Ocean Coast Tables Look Like Living Shores With Moving Tides

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. just 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. The ocean meets land in this set of unique furniture created by artistRivka Wilkinsand woodworkerJared Davis. Most of the walnut slab is covered in Wilkins dazzling design....

December 30, 2019 · 1 min · 142 words · Christopher Smith

Clever Map of the UK Uses Over 1,400 Song Titles to Reference Locations

For seven years, design studio Dorothy has been innovating the way we look at an ordinary map. Song Mapjoins theoriginalLondon Song Map,U.S.A. Song Map, andWorld Song Mapin creating a whimsical fantasy world where music rules. Each song is carefully placed to add meaning to its chosen area. Some songs, like The Clash’sLondon Callingor Simon & Garfunkel’sRose of Aberdeen, are obvious choices. But there are plenty of other, unexpected tracks that will make you think....

December 30, 2019 · 1 min · 160 words · Diana Whitehead