Art

February 8, 2017

Surreal Porcelain Sculptures Stretch and Distort Human Faces

Mind-bending artist Johnson Tsang is back with a new series of surreal porcelain sculptures. In line with his playful art, the Open Mind series is whimsical, yet emotionally revealing. Here, the Hong Kong-based sculptor makes porcelain look like Silly Putty, as the minds of human faces stretch and transform shape. As a self-taught artist—Tsang served 13 years on the Royal Police Force before turning to art in 1991—he has mastered many techniques. Yet clay remains his preferred medium.

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February 4, 2017

Sweet Birth Cards Cleverly Open Up to Reveal Baby’s Arrival

Announcing the arrival of a new little bundle of joy is an exciting event for all new parents. To make the milestone even more memorable, freelance designers and “creative lovebirds” Jacques and Lise have created a series of adorable unfolding birth announcements that put a playful spin on the traditional greeting card. Reminiscent of an interactive pop-up book, each card cleverly reveals a hidden scene through a simple folding technique.

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February 1, 2017

Every Part of This Tiny Polish Village Is Covered in Lovely Floral Paintings

A small village in southeast Poland is heralded for its unusual tradition. Every house, well, church, and barn is covered in lovely, decorative painted flowers. The secluded town of Zalipie, just 90 minutes from Krakow, feels a world away, as the small farming village bursts with color. Just how did the tradition start? It's not entirely clear, but one story relates that it began due to poor ventilation for stoves.

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January 28, 2017

Simple Line Tattoos Inspired by Surreal Artists Like Picasso

Artist Daisy Watson designs dreamy tattoos inspired by modern art. Rooted in surrealism, her pieces echo the avant-garde aesthetic of iconic artists like Pablo Picasso, Jean Cocteau, and Jean Arp. Fractured forms, experimental compositions, and curved lines work together to bring these simply-drawn surrealist tattoos to life. Watson works in a minimalist style, using only thin lines and black ink as her medium. At first glance, each tiny tattoo may look like an understated illustration.

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