Posts by Alyssa Anda

Art
July 25, 2011

Oil Paintings that Resemble Woven Yarn

What do you think you're looking at? Crochet art? Not quite. Toronto-based artist Caroline Larsen creates oil paintings that perfectly resemble woven yarn! I could not believe my eyes because, at first glance, her paintings tricked my eyes into believing I was looking at something entirely different! Larsen's work explores the perception of space, paint and surface texture, The Cheaper Show explains. It's certainly nothing short of magical!

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Art
July 19, 2011

Three-Dimensional Paintings Attack!

Wow, is there something popping out of these paintings? (Recently, we saw something similar by Shintaro Ohata, who mixed 3D and 2D in a sweet and clever way.) French artist Shaka does three dimensional art right! His use of bright color really makes his paintings pop. According to Juxtapoz, Shaka recently exhibited his amazing works at Galerie 208 in Paris. How incredibly arresting.

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Design
July 5, 2011

Uneven Ankle-Breaking Basketball Court

In Munich, Germany there lies an insane basketball court on the grounds of an occupational school. It may look like a regular court from far, but come up close and you'll soon realize that it would be nearly impossible to play a game on it! Art collective Inges Idee designed this wacky space.

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Photography
June 22, 2011

Teen Angst

It would be safe to say that West Virginia-based photographer Taylor Paige Reynolds is in love with her camera. “Camera is greater than people any day of the weak,” she says on her blog. Her photos capture the fragility of adolescents. There is a poetic vibe to them that leaves you wanting more from this young photographer.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.