Art

March 11, 2017

Artist Continues to Create Fractured Sculptures that Eerily Explore Mortality

Johannesburg-based artist Regardt van der Meulen continues to explore and exhibit the inherent fragility of the human body through steel sculptures in a series titled Deconstructed. Much like his past pieces that appear to drip and unravel, his latest collection of fractured forms presents a haunting yet beautiful look at mortality. Aptly titled Weathered, I Am Just The Pieces, Fragmented, and Ephemeral, his most recent works of art further comment on the inevitable decay and degradation of all human beings.

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March 6, 2017

Illustrator Draws Humorous Comics About Her Mental Illness to Help Destigmatize It

Humor is a powerful way to deal with the barbs of life. On its face, mental illness is nothing to laugh about, but illustrator Gemma Correll has used her biting wit as a coping mechanism for her own depression and anxiety. They take the form of relatable mental health comics and illustrations that allow us to commiserate with Correll, as well as many others who share her condition.

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March 3, 2017

Artist Turns Metal Wire into Bonsai Trees That Will Live Forever

Love the beauty of bonsai trees, but worry about caring for one? No fear, wire artist Matthew Gollop has you covered. His company, Metal Bonsai, specializes in wire tree art, with a focus on bonsai trees. Gollop's trees are inspired by the beauty and strength of bonsai, each sculpture lovingly crafted for a unique result. By shaping multiple strands of metal wire, sometimes using almost 500 feet per tree, the bonsai take form.

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February 25, 2017

Detailed Freehand Architectural Sketches Showcase Incredible Skill

In this digital age, it's refreshing to see that some people are continuing to learn their craft by taking pencil to paper. Architecture student Adelina Gareeva showcases her detailed freehand architectural sketches via her Instagram, allowing followers to see her progress as a student. Gareeva, who is also a model, currently studies at the Kazan State University of Architecture and Engineering (KSUAE).

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