Art

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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September 25, 2019

Vintage Cameras Cut Up and Turned into Dissected Sculptures Display the Intricate Beauty of Old Tech

When we last checked in with Fabian Oefner, the Swiss artist was making a $2 million Lamborghini explode. Now he's working on a much smaller scale with his new series CutUp. Exploring the world of technical objects, Oefner is carefully slicing apart vintage still and video cameras. Each element is then arranged to show off the beauty of its mechanics and encased in clear resin to immortalize its industrial design for eternity.

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September 23, 2019

These Adorable Ceramic Paint Palettes Are the Perfect Companions for Your Art Studio

For the eco-conscious artists out there, opting for a ceramic paint palette is much more favorable than a plastic one. And when they’re as cute as these animal-shaped mixing trays, it’s an obvious choice. Designed and handcrafted by Italy-based ceramicist Marina (of Tramai Ceramics), the adorable, one-of-a-kind box palettes and brush rests are the perfect little companions for your art studio or desk.

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My Modern Met

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