Playful Dioramas Offer a Peek Into the Colorful Personalities Under the Sea

ArtistCeline Chevrelencases entire worlds beneath glass. Her ocean-inspired diorama art features layered cut paper creatures nestled among colorful environments that are rich in detail. Chevrel uses her skills as a childrens book illustrator to tell stories inside of her dioramas. Most notably, this is seen in the creature character design. Chevrel shares her dioramas and other illustrations on herblogandInstagram.

October 18, 2018 · 1 min · 59 words · Christopher Newman

The Enchanting History of Notre-Dame Cathedral’s Famous Gargoyles

At the start of this endeavor, gargoyles were not a staple of French architecture. When paired with the increasingly superstitious nature of the contemporary Catholic church, this made gargoyles a perfect fit. By the time Notre-Dame was finished in 1345, dozens of limestone gargoyles covered its exterior walls. Notre-Dame Chimera (Photo:Jose Ignacio SotoviaShutterstock) Gargoyles on Notre-Dame (Photo:Peter CadoganviaWikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0) Why this uniform appearance? According to art historian Michael Camille, the cathedral’s gargoyles look alike due to their ephemerality....

October 18, 2018 · 2 min · 242 words · William Mendoza DDS

Illustrator Reimagines Iconic Artists as Modern-Day Hipsters

Frida Kahlo Have you ever wondered how historys famous artists would look like if they were alive today? His colorful portrait paintings are part of his ongoing series, aptly calledHIPSTORY. Shimoni has previously transformedworld leadersfrom buttoned-up professionals into bohemian freethinkers. Frida Kahlo I am drugs is seen tattooed on his chest. Tel-Aviv-based illustrator Amit Shimoni reimagines famous artists as if they were modern-day hipsters. Salvador Dali His colorful portrait paintings are part of his ongoing series calledHIPSTORY....

October 16, 2018 · 1 min · 92 words · Susan Cooper

7 Most Important Art Fairs People Travel Across the World to See

Photo:TinxiviaShutterstock In the 20th century, theart fairredefined the concept of collecting. Here, we unpack these important art fairs, presenting 7 that are particularly popular. Here are some of today’s most important international art fairs. Photo:TinxiviaShutterstock Art Basel Art Baselis renowned as the world’s biggestcontemporary artfair. (Photo:Michael GordonviaShutterstock) The firstArt Baselwas held in Basel, Switzerland, in 1970. Since its successful inaugural event, it has adopted two outposts:Miami Beachin Florida andHong Kongin China....

October 10, 2018 · 2 min · 257 words · Kenneth Osborn

El fauvismo: explora sus coloridas y expresivas contribuciones al arte moderno

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. Henri Matisse, “La raya verde (Retrato de Madame Matisse)”, 1905 (Foto: Statens Museum for Kunst víaWikimedia Commons, dominio público). 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....

October 7, 2018 · 3 min · 599 words · Michael Crawford

Incredible Pen Drawings Visualize Futuristic Cities With Densely Detailed Architecture

This artists incredible pencil and pen drawings detail imaginary worlds that blend science fiction with fantasy. Futuristic cities appear as expanding, industrial metropolises built upon chaotic layers of construction. Some images show gigantic vehicles being assembled, such as battleships and cruisers decked out with canons. Park shares his sketch techniques on YouTube, where he shows how he creates his built-up environments. you’re able to see more of the artists work on hiswebsite....

October 6, 2018 · 1 min · 85 words · Karen Mitchell

Ces Illustrations Hyperréalistes au Pastel Révèlent l’Effet du Réchauffement Climatique sur les Glaciers de l’Arctique

Depuis plusieurs annees, elle cree despaysages a grande echellea l’aide de pastels tendres. Le resultat est extremement detaille et realiste. Le resultat est une collection de ce qu’elle a vu en survolant l’Arctique et l’Antarctique. Jakobshavn Glacier, Groenland (en cours) Peu importe le format, le noyau de l’uvre de Forman reste le meme. Chaque illustration est une opportunite de communiquer sur la vitesse alarmante a laquelle les glaciers des regions polaires fondent....

October 5, 2018 · 1 min · 162 words · Kirsten Brown

Camas para gato inspiradas en naves espaciales son un lugar estelar para descansar

Hoy en dia, muchos disenadores industriales disfrutan crear camas para gatos que combinan comodidad con creatividad. Estas camas listas para viajar al espacio estan disponibles en tres variantes: Alpha, Beta y Gamma. Sin importar donde esten instaladas, cada nave/cama mantendra feliz a tu gato desde el despegue hasta el aterrizaje. Obten tu propia cama espacial para gatos en el sitio deMyzoo Studio. Esta nueva coleccion de camas galacticas convierten a tus mininos en exploradores galacticos!...

October 2, 2018 · 1 min · 95 words · Francisco Castro

Spaceship-Inspired Cat Beds Give Kitties a Stellar Spot to Snooze

Today, many cat-loving contemporary designers create quirky pet beds that pair coziness with creativity. Ranging fromtiny tentstofruit tarts, these novelty pieces are a purr-fect way to have fun with pet supplies. Taking this concept into the cosmos,Myzoo Studiohas launched a line of cat beds inspired by spaceships. This out-of-this-world collection of beds comprises three stellar models: Alpha, Beta, and Gamma. This bubble-like window lets kitties observe their earthly surroundingsand gives you a glimpse of your snoozing space cadet....

October 2, 2018 · 1 min · 140 words · Corey Martinez

Learn How to Draw Human Hands With This “Handy” Step by Step Guide

Drawing of a hand. (Photo:Stock Photosfrom bioraven/Shutterstock)This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Drawing of a hand. (Photo:Stock Photosfrom bioraven/Shutterstock)This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. c’mon readour disclosurefor more info. Drawing human anatomy is tricky. One reason that the hands are difficult to draw is that they can easily look askew....

October 1, 2018 · 3 min · 482 words · Aaron Lambert

Artist Merges Cartography with Ink and Pencil Drawings to Create Beautiful Portraits

British artistEd Fairburnuses maps as his canvas to create incredible portrait drawings. I often spend hours studying each map before I begin any physical processes. Each piece works similarly to apointillismpaintingwhen viewed up close, its not easy to decipher the faces. you’ve got the option to see more from Fairburns portfolio on hiswebsite. British artist Ed Fairburn uses maps as his canvas to create incredible portrait drawings. Each detailed work merges the topographic lines of cartography with the hand-drawn contours of the human face....

September 28, 2018 · 1 min · 93 words · Marie Roberson

Powerful Sculpture Reflects the Heartbreaking Impact of School Shootings

The team connected with Manuel Oliver, an artist whose son Joaquin was killed at Parkland. Her face, filled with fear, is an unforgettable reminder of what many students live with each day. On top of the desk, facts about the reality of school shootings are etched for all to see. This visual captures a moment that should make people uneasy and unsettled, says the team. We wanted that emotive reaction....

September 28, 2018 · 1 min · 125 words · Phillip Yang

The Story Behind the Iconic ‘Dogs Playing Poker’ Paintings

A Friend in Need, 1903 by Cassius Marcellus Coolidge. Instead, when they were first published, Coolidges oil-on-canvas paintings left people in hysterics. However, Hennessey later admitted, Ive always liked them, and he isnt alone. “A Friend in Need,” 1903 by Cassius Marcellus Coolidge. (Photo:Wikimedia Commons) With their expressive faces, smoker pipes, and whiskey glasses, Coolidges poker dogs have become iconic. Poker Game, 1894 by Cassius Marcellus Coolidge. (Photo:Wikimedia Commons) Who was Cassius Marcellus Coolidge?...

September 28, 2018 · 1 min · 192 words · Melissa Jackson