Altogether, each site-specific installation exhibits the trail of one man moving from point A to point B. They allow us to contemplate how often we retrace our steps without even realizing it. Pia Mnnikk’s blogvia [My Darkened Eyes]
German photographer Wolf Ademeit captures expressive portraits of zoo animals. He says, Only a few photographers use the photography of animals in zoos as an art form. Looking through the photographer’s vast portfolio, it has proven difficult to select only a handful to share. Be sure to check out the the entirety of the series on Ademeit’swebsite. you’re able to read that brief interview, below. The animals in your portraits are incredibly expressive....
To create the site-specific installation, Hiorns covered the surface of the interior with plastic sheeting. The remaining liquid was drained and sent out for special chemical recycling. He says, I’m not somebody who’s interested in a deliberate form or design or style. Seizurewas commissioned by Artangel and the Jerwood Charitable Foundation and supported by the National Lottery through Arts Council England. Upon completion of the project in 2008, the otherworldly room became a popular tourist attraction....
Step into a certain alleyway in Sydney’s Angel Place and you’ll find a whimsical installation that’s meant to be both seen and heard. Back in 2009, artist Michael Thomas Hill createdForgotten Songs, an installation of 110 empty birdcages suspended high in the air that play the songs of fifty birds that once lived in central Sydney before the colonization and urbanization of the area. The sounds of the calls change from day to night with daytime birds' songs disappearing with the sun and nocturnal birds, which inhabited the area, sounding late into the evening....
Is it really done in pencil? The answer is an impressively resounding Yes! DiegoKoi websiteDiegoKoi on deviantARTvia [Illusion]
After art school and with a lack of access to fancy shop equipment, Malakoff started working with paper. Malakoff enjoys creating all kinds of shapes and objects with her paper art talents. Kristi Malakoff’s websitevia [Ruines Humaines]
When self-taught artist Ramon Bruin picks up an airbrush, you know something amazing is about to happen. If you like Bruin’s airbrush drawings, you may also enjoy these3D charcoal illustrationsby Japanese artist Nagai Hideyuki. Ramon Bruin’s websitevia [My Darkened Eyes]
After more than 47,000 voters cast 412,560 votes, theArtPrize 2012winner was finally announced last Friday. (you’re able to see completed photos of the mural onKhare’s Facebook pageor on herwebsite.) According to theLos Angeles Times, Elephants is a highly personal piece of art work. It’s kind of a biography of my life transplanted into animals, she told them. Sad things like loss and sickness, and happy things like the birth of my daughter....
The building is formed out of brick, glass, and wood, and is shaped like a pyramid. Many of the design elements refer back to the city’s agricultural history. MVRDV websitevia [Dezeen]
Mumbai, India is about to unveil a gorgeous new skyscraper to the world. In Sanskrit Namaste means I bow to you. It has a spiritual significance of negating one’s ego in the presence of another. This is meant to be the ultimate symbol of hospitality and welcome. Atkins Design Studio websitevia [Skyscraper City]
The rules state that the artwork must be completed within three years prior to September 19, 2012. Protz released a statement defending her piece saying the dragon was related, but not the same. Here is what a few people said about the controversial decision. Not sure why this rule exists because I could care less when something was created. No matter what this piece is stunning and truly amazing. I think one of the best pieces of ArtPrize....
Contemporary artdoesn’t get much more fun than this!
Architect Victor Lusquios creates designs that are inspired by the natural world around us. I know where I want to book my next vacation! Victor Lusquios' websitePorcelanosa Blogvia [Designboom]
