Art

April 25, 2020

Expressive Hyperrealistic Hand Paintings Highlight the Personality at Our Fingertips

Given their complex anatomy, hands are often considered one of the most difficult subjects to draw. Artist Javier Arizabalo Garcia, however, manages to capture the expressive language of hands in his hyperrealistic paintings. On each canvas, he renders a posed hand so supple that you'd think it was a photograph. Based in Spain, Garcia received formal fine art training in his Basque hometown of Irun and at the University of Bilbao.

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April 21, 2020

Wildly Popular Russian Facebook Group Has People Recreating Famous Paintings While in Isolation

On the surface, the coronavirus quarantine seems like it’d be a hindrance to creativity. But as we’ve seen, there are plenty of ways to take in some culture and exercise your artistic side, even when you’re stuck at home. An art project known as the “Getty Museum Challenge” has folks recreating famous artwork with things they have on hand. The idea has global appeal and has caught on in various circles of the internet.

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April 18, 2020

30+ Still Life Drawing Ideas to Keep You Busy at Home During COVID-19 Lockdowns

Whether you’re someone who’s new to drawing or simply an artist with creative block, everyone needs a little help now and then to get their creativity flowing. This is especially the case if you’re currently stuck inside due to COVID-19 lockdowns. It’s understandable if the current situation has you feeling a little lackluster, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find things to draw from your immediate surroundings.

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April 16, 2020

Interview: Artist Crafts Realistic Paper Bird Sculptures That Look Like Wildlife Photos

The wondrous beauty of the animal kingdom is a constant source of inspiration for artist Niharika Rajput. In particular, she finds that birds are her greatest muses, and she tries to capture their likenesses in stunning paper and wire sculptures. Based in New Delhi, the artist originally began making three-dimensional figurines as a way to combine her two passions: wildlife and art.

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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.