Posts by Kristine Mitchell

Art
April 8, 2016

Fun Illustrations on Reclaimed Wood Celebrate the Enchanting Beauty of the Pacific Northwest

Cathy McMurray‘s handmade wooden print pieces offer a charming, rustic take on the great outdoors. The Portland native dabbles in a variety of disciplines including painting, drawing, and weaving (all of which are featured in her Etsy shop), but we are particularly taken with her colorful wood prints that depict enchanting outdoor scenes.

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Art
April 6, 2016

Artistic Reinterpretation of International Flags Using Satellite Photos of the World

The fundamental theme of Max Serradifalco‘s project All the Colors of the World is one of unity. The Italian photographer virtually travels the world, collecting satellite imagery which he then fuses into flag designs of various countries. The natural topographies of entirely unrelated landscapes peek out from behind the familiar colors of the flags, reinforcing the concept that borders are arbitrary.

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Art
April 5, 2016

Lifelike Bronze Sculptures Capture Expressive Faces and Playful Energy of Children

Angela Mia De la Vega breathes a realistic beauty into each of her lifelike bronze sculptures. For De la Vega, sculpting is an opportunity to capture what is happening around her, a way to share her vision with the world before it fades away. Her body of work is particularly saturated with youthful figures engaged in energetic and playful activities.

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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.