Art

October 7, 2019

Interview: Exquisite Ceramic Vessels Mimicking Organic Shapes Found in Nature

From landscape paintings to coral reef-inspired textiles, nature is a constant source of inspiration for many contemporary artists. Cleveland-based ceramicist Yumiko Goto (of Echo of Nature) is one of those creatives. She sculpts one-of-a-kind vases, ring dishes, and lidded vessels based on the structures found in nature—including delicate flower petals, seeds, and buds. Originally from Osaka, Japan, Goto grew up with a grandmother who was a professional kimono maker.

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October 4, 2019

Artist Interprets the “Energy of Life” as Mesmerizingly Iridescent Wall Sculptures

Fueled by the “energy of life,” Lyès-Olivier Sidhoum—known simply as Lyès—crafts conceptual art with a celestial spin. In his collection of modern wall sculptures, the French artist interprets this invisible energy as iridescent discs that capture the magic of materiality and illustrate Lyès' boundless creativity. Deemed Celestial Sculptures, these reflective works transport viewers to alternate dimensions. Ranging in both  composition (some comprise a single circle, while others feature several that seamlessly interlock)

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October 2, 2019

Viral YouTuber Transforms into a Successful Contemporary Sculptor

Italian sculptor Federico Clapis had a unique method for entering the contemporary art world. For years prior to working as a full-time artist, he was a content creator shooting viral videos on YouTube. Then, in 2015, he stepped away from his role as an influencer and began using his channels as a way to communicate his real passion—sculpture. It should also come as no surprise that technology plays a central role in his art.

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September 27, 2019

Tattoo Artist Creates Gothic Nature-Inspired Tattoos That Look Like Old Lithographs

When Melbourne-based artist Annita Maslov isn’t illustrating, she’s in her tattoo studio translating her intricate pen and ink drawings into body art. With a focus on historical, gothic, and nature-inspired motifs, she renders each monochrome design in black ink, dot by dot, resulting in incredible works that look just like old lithographs etched onto the skin.

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