Art

August 21, 2018

This Exquisite “Underground Cathedral” Has Been Carved Entirely Out of Salt

When you imagine places of worship, traditional structures like Gothic churches, colorful mosques, and dazzling Buddhist temples likely come to mind. If you've ever visited Wieliczka, Poland, however, you know that not all holy buildings follow this formula. In fact, some—like the the “underground cathedral” in the Wieliczka Salt Mine—aren't buildings at all! Nestled over 1,000 feet below the Polish town, this subterranean shrine dates back to the Middle Ages.

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August 13, 2018

100+ Artists Pay Tribute to Creative Genius Hayao Miyazaki in 3 Day Art Show

Japanese filmmaker and animator Hayao Miyazaki has long delighted and inspired people around the world with his original imaginative universe. Now, those that have found his work artistically influential are paying homage to Miyazaki in the most appropriate way. The SPOKE ART gallery has curated the Miyazaki in Los Angeles Art Show, an endearing presentation that features over 100 hundred artists celebrating the films that have made us laugh, cry, and believe in the power of creativity.

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August 11, 2018

60+ Artists Show Off the Beautifully Skillful Pages of Their Moleskine Sketchbooks

For the seventh year, Spoke Art presents The Moleskine Project—its annual collective celebrating the artist sketchbook. International artists from across the new contemporary movement were asked to place their visions on the pages of a Moleskine sketchbook. The results are currently on display at Spoke Art's New York City gallery for the first time. Over 60 artists are on show, using different mediums and techniques to produce their work.

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August 10, 2018

Artist Shows How Far He’s Come After 13 Years of Dedicated Drawing Practice

To get better at something, you’ve got to practice. But when it comes to art, many folks assume that it's somehow immune to this axiom. If you’ve got innate talent, they think, you’re going to be a great artist, regardless of how little you draw or paint. While talent definitely has something to do with it, honing the craft is what will take you from being ordinary to extraordinary.

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