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December 14, 2021

Illustrator Draws Empowering Comics for Women Reflecting Everyday Life Experiences

Comics on the internet are a powerful way to connect with others. For the creator of the comic, it’s an opportunity to express themselves. For the readers of it, the drawings can make them feel seen. Illustrator Lainey Molnar is doing just this with her empowering images that revolve around women and their experiences in the world.

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December 11, 2021

Artist Brings Sketchbook Pages to Life With Vibrant Paintings Captured en Plein Air

By working en plein air, artists capture the beauty of a moment in time.

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December 6, 2021

Architecture Drawings Come Alive With “Glowing” Windows

Sometimes, to truly appreciate the beauty of a city, you need to wait until after dark, when artificial lights illuminate...

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November 25, 2021

Artist Creates Giant “Memento Mori” Drawing of a Skeleton Filled With Plant Life

Artist and professor Guno Park is known for his expressive, yet detailed ballpoint pen drawings of people and sights in New York City. In addition to capturing real-life subjects, however, he also makes illustrations that explore deep concepts, such as life and death. His 85 x 51.5 inch graphite drawing entitled Nature of Things is one such piece. It depicts a human skeleton filled with thriving plant life.

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November 16, 2021

Caricature Art: The Fascinating History of the Art of Exaggeration

If you’ve ever been on a family vacation, you’ve likely come across caricature artists on beach sidewalks, fairs, or tourist...

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November 13, 2021

Delicate Pen Drawings Pay Homage To Small Convenience Stores in South Korea

We might pass by a corner store without a second glance, but not Lee Me Kyeoung.

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November 11, 2021

Famous Paintings Reimagined as Fun Illustrations Made With Geometric Shapes

Most famous works of art are known for their distinctive style or incredible realism. Tokyo-based artist John Battalgazi is challenging himself to replicate famous paintings like the Mona Lisa using only geometric shapes. As a result, these minimalist designs capture the essence of what makes these pieces so well known.

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November 8, 2021

Heartwarming Illustrations Imagine Disney Princes With Their Children

Have you ever wondered what happens after happily ever afters?

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October 8, 2021

Learn How to Draw Flowers, Trees, and Other Plants With These Books

At times when you don't know what to draw, nature is often the best muse.

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September 20, 2021

12 Artists Who Were Masters of Drawing, From Leonardo da Vinci to Pablo Picasso

Drawing is one of the oldest forms of visual art, with a long and diverse history. It is widely considered the foundation of all art and the first medium students must master. And while its widespread accessibility means it continues to be a popular pursuit for creatives around the world, drawings are often overshadowed by painting and sculpture. However, many artists famous for their color work were also exemplary draftspeople.

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