Art

September 22, 2018

You Can Now Download a Collection of Ancient Japanese Wave Illustrations for Free

Fans of traditional Japanese art, rejoice! There’s now an incredible online collection available featuring ancient wave and ripple designs from 1903. The black ink drawings were originally produced by the little-known Japanese artist Mori Yuzan. Despite his lack of fame, Yuzan’s artwork speaks for itself—his expressive motifs and patterns would have acted as a go-to guide for traditional Japanese craftsmen looking to adorn their swords, religious objects, ceramics, and other items with wave designs.

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September 17, 2018

The World’s Best Body Painting Artists Show Off Their Amazing Artistry

The Daegu International Bodypainting Festival is an annual celebration of body art. Talented artists from around the world gather in South Korea and let their imaginations run wild as they demonstrate the artistry of body painting. Competing in different categories, artists combine makeup and costume for incredible results that make the contest one of the most photo-worthy events you'll see all year.

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September 14, 2018

Lifelike Sculptures of the Remarkable Human Form Are Modern-Day Classics

In 2015, Spanish sculptors Joan Coderch and Javier Malavia joined forces, pooling their talent to create Coderch & Malavia Sculptors. Together, they create powerful figures in three dimensions, expertly molding clay into dynamic bronze sculptures. Influenced by the classical sculpture of Rodin, Maillol, and Marini, their figurative work blends traditional techniques with modern attitudes. The sculptors initially met while working for the same porcelain manufacturer.

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September 8, 2018

20 Adorably Funny Animal Comics by Liz Climo

For over five years, we've been following the witty work of artist and animator Liz Climo. Today, Climo continues to tickle our funny bone and tug at our heartstrings with her ongoing collection of lighthearted animal comics. These sweet and silly animal illustrations feature a regular cast of characters, including a lovable dog, carefree sloth, enthusiastic snake, and well-meaning shark.

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