Art

July 23, 2018

Sister Duo Weaves Textured Wall Hangings Inspired by Australian Landscapes

Australian sister duo Lauren and Kass Hernandez create large-scale, handwoven fiber art inspired by Mother Nature and their surrounding landscape. Together known as Crossing Threads, their highly textural wall hangings are a visualization of their “dual personalities and contrasting abilities.” Each piece is crafted by intertwining sustainable and up-cycled materials, aiming to represent “the innate connection that we are all threads which make up the tapestry of life.

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July 19, 2018

Breathtaking Oil Paintings Capture Moments of Tranquility Below the Water’s Surface

Californian artist Isabel Emrich paints dazzling depictions of women submerged in water. Each colorful oil painting captures moments of tranquility below the water’s surface, as the artist’s subjects float meditatively, welcoming the dancing sunlight from above. The artist reveals, “My underwater collection is inspired by exploring the sensations of peacefulness and calmness, combined with the energy from the movement of the waves you feel when submerged.

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July 14, 2018

Curious About Color Mixing? Here Are the Basics You Need to Know

Now that you know the basics, it's time to try color mixing. To begin mixing colors, you'll want to have a paint palette, because it's important to have a place to combine hues where you can perfect them—and they won't interfere with your work. If you're mixing watercolor paints, you can blend the colors with your paint brush.

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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.