Art

March 14, 2021

5 Wayne Thiebaud Paintings Capturing His Vibrant Vision of American Culture

American painter Wayne Thiebaud turned 100 years old in November 2020, but he continues to make art every day. Known as one of the hardest working artists in the U.S., Thiebaud can paint almost anywhere. He says, “I’ve worked in basements, garages, even kitchens.” Through painting in everyday environments, Thiebaud’s daily practice focuses on capturing ordinary objects, people, and landscapes.

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March 9, 2021

Finger Painting Artist Celebrates Beguiling Beauty of the Desert Sky à la ‘Starry Night’

Throughout her career, artist Iris Scott has proven that finger painting isn’t just for kids. Opting for her digits instead of a paintbrush, her large-scale pieces offer an incredible and intimate look into how she sees the world: one that is full of color, texture, and energy. This is encapsulated in her latest painting called Sage and Time.

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March 6, 2021

Human-Sized Kinetic Sculpture Dances in the Wind With Hypnotic Grace

Artist Anthony Howe creates work that isn’t complete without a humble collaborator—the wind. His kinetic sculptures come to life when a breeze blows their way. Elements flutter, whirl, and twirl in mesmerizing movements that highlight Howe’s expert ability to convey such effortless motion through meticulous engineering and crafting. It is the result of digital modeling (for planning) that is then fabricated and fit together, piece by piece.

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March 3, 2021

Giant Elephant Sculpture Made Entirely of Recycled Tires and Steel

Art can take on many forms, and one of the most exciting aspects of contemporary art is the frequent use of nonconventional materials by artists to create their extraordinary masterpieces. Villu Jaanisoo, an Estonian sculptor currently based in Finland, is one such artist that pushes the boundaries of what is considered art by experimenting with different media to create his thought-provoking sculptures.

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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.