🎨 Art
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🧠SelfBound - The Making of Human Consciousness
How making makes us who we are
🏺Consciousness and creativity in the Neolithic at Çatalhöyük, Turkey
Searching one of the world’s oldest settlements for clues about the development of human cognition
🎨Portfolio | CPS
A showcase of my minimalist design for a prestigious group of art dealers, highlighting simplicity and elegance in online presentation.
🏙️City Silhouettes by Jasper James
Beijing-based photographer Jasper James captures the striking juxtaposition of humans and urban landscapes in his reflections series.
🏞️fictional landscape, by Kyle Kirkpatrick
Pondering the allure of book-carving that resembles a miniature landscape model.
🚲Forever Bicycles, by Ai Weiwei
An exploration of Ai Weiwei's powerful exhibition "Absent," highlighting his impactful work featuring 1200 bicycles.
🤖Der Bibelschreiber (The Bible writer)
Exploring the intersection of faith and technology, robotlab's work reflects on the roles of writing and progress in human experience.
📜Colonial dress, detail
Exploring the intersection of art, imperial history, and creativity through Susan Stockwell's unique paper dresses.
🦈Leaves and teeth
This beautiful tiny basket, adorned with shark's teeth, symbolizes Nauru's rich cultural heritage amidst its modern challenges.
🌸Drawing and the telephone
Quoting David Hockney.
🎨Guarding Matisse, photo by Andy Freeberg
An exploration of the unique experiences of women who oversee Russian art museums, specifically highlighting the patience required to engage with art on a deep level.
🔥Re-kindling, by Shawn Smith
Artistic exploration through the lens of low-resolution imagery is at the heart of Shawn Smith's work, as seen in his piece "Re-kindling."
🌿MorningStar (detail), by Alison Stigora
I love Alison Stigora's nearly-monochrome drawings and sculptural installations that capture the beauty of natural destruction and transformation.
🌿Due finocchi, by Trevor Haddrell
I admire this stunning wood engraving of fennel that evokes the image of a Spanish galleon at full sail.
🎨The polychromatic Middle Ages
Exploring the splendid visual motifs of the Middle Ages through the vibrant aesthetic of Auguste Racinet's _L'Ornament Polychrome_, showcasing art from ancient to 18th-century Europe.
🖼️Every Painting in the MoMA on 10 April 2010
In a reflective commentary on art and nostalgia, the author explores the duality of modernity and timelessness showcased in MoMA's renowned collection.
📷Street photography by Matt Stuart
Matt Stewart's street photography captures witty moments and surprising juxtapositions that always leave a smile.
💃Dancers Among Us, by Jordan Matter
A vibrant NYC dance photography project capturing the artistry of members from the Paul Taylor and Martha Graham Dance Companies.
🗺️Map work by Shannon Rankin
Exploring the captivating art of Shannon Rankin, who transforms cut-up maps into thought-provoking collages that challenge our perceptions of geography and connection.
🎨Street Musicians by William H. Johnson
William H. Johnson's vibrant art captures the essence of street musicians, blending folk influences with expressionist techniques.
🎨Even better than the real thing
An exploration of how modern techniques of reproduction, as seen in Cameron Moll's Colosseo project, transform the concept of authenticity in art.
🎹Piano transformers
Who wouldn't want to dine or sleep inside an elegantly designed piano?
🪓Axe Cop!
A unique collaboration between a child’s imagination and an adult's artistry brings to life the adventures of Axe Cop.
🎭Portfolio | StageGrade Logo
I had the pleasure of designing the logo for the relaunch of StageGrade, an innovative publishing startup focused on theater reviews. The graphic element creatively incorporates StageGrade's unique bar graph representations of critical reviews, while the scalloped corners subtly nod to vintage theater tickets.
💾Lander, by Nick Gentry
Check out this striking piece by UK artist Nick Gentry, showcasing mixed media using floppy disks.
🌍Lego Globe
I wonder if they used red and orange legos for the globe's core?
🏺Anasazi storage jar
A beautiful artifact of the ancient Anasazi Pueblo civilization, showcasing vibrant craftsmanship in ceramic storage vessels.
📷Type the Sky, by Lisa Rienermann
This stunning photographic alphabet showcases the beauty of building courtyards through Lisa Rienermann's lens.
🐋Shapeshifter, by Brian Jungen
A fascinating exploration of modern artifacts reimagined in traditional forms by artist Brian Jungen.
🌍Sites
Exploring the intersection of culture, art, and commentary across various mediums.
🛼Skateland, by Christian Patterson
I love the cheery desolation in this photo, capturing a sense of whimsy and nostalgia.
🇺🇸Mix CD | District of Columbulous!
A visual representation inspired by the iconic design of the Bush and early Obama-era Oval Office, this cover is part of the "50 States!" series. The relevant geolocation coordinates for the national capital, Washington, D.C., are approximately 38.8951° N, 77.0364° W.
✝️St. Bartholomew’s Church, redesigned by Maxim Velcovsky
Two Czech designers transformed St. Bartholomew's Church, revealing its historical layers while blending iconic design with religious elements.
🖌️Highland Light, North Truro, Massachusetts, by Edward Hopper
This painting captures my admiration for Edward Hopper’s portrayal of desolation and his quick outdoor sketching style.
🎨Unimportant enough to be criticized
A reflection on Dave Hickey's "Frivolity and Unction," exploring the idea that the perceived importance of art can hinder genuine appreciation and critique.
🚗Vector portraits, by Andrew Bush
Andrew Bush's freeway photographs capture the intriguing intersection of private moments and public spaces in our highway culture.
🎨Austin, Texas, by Christa Palazzolo
A captivating exploration of Christa Palazzolo's portrait work, particularly its intimate and revealing nature against the backdrop of irony in her other pieces.
🌳Wakirlpirri Jukurrpa (Dogwood Tree Dreaming), by Liddy Napanangka Walker
In exploring Warlpiri culture, I discovered this stunning painting by Liddy Napanangka Walker that captures the essence of the ‘wakirlpirri’ tree.
🖼️Gold Rush, by Francesca Gabbiani
Francesca Gabbiani's work captivates with its rococo naturalism and reflective voids, echoing themes found in circular panoramic photography.
✍️Beach calligraphy by Andrew van der Merwe
South African calligrapher Andrew van der Merwe showcases his unique sand carving technique on a Belgian beach.
📸light-test.com
A fascinating glimpse into the behind-the-scenes world of professional photography, showcasing how much work goes into creating stunning images with assistants often taking center stage.
🦚Like a cheer for an invisible parade
Quoting Flannery O'Connor.
🧶Information, patterns, and wool
This fascinating passage highlights the role of knitting in WWII propaganda and morale-building through the clever design of a British poster.
🎨So many different kinds of lines
This exhibition beautifully showcases the informal yet profound artistic expressions of the Middle Ages.
🎨Imaginary Happiness, by Ryan McGinness
Check out the vibrant, slightly edgy collages of Manhattan artist Ryan McGinness, including free desktop wallpapers for your enjoyment.
🍦Soft Serve, by Kevin Cyr
It's a hot afternoon in Portland, and I could really go for one of these right now.
🎨An Astronaut’s Journey, by Alan Bean
Reflecting on the intersection of art and space exploration, I discovered the vibrant works of Alan Bean, a moonwalker turned painter.
🎨Man on Flying Machine, by Yinka Shonibare
Yinka Shonibare's captivating sculptures challenge notions of race and class through the lens of historical European fashion and contemporary African identity.
🎨Untitled, by Joseph Cornell
A reflection on the art of Joseph Cornell through the lens of Octavio Paz's poetry.
🎨The way the present looks like the past
Quoting Jonathan Lopez.