Art

January 7, 2016

Metallic Strip Animal Sculptures Radiate the Energetic Flow of Wind

Artist Sung Hoon Kang‘s stunning animal sculptures embody the movement, speed, and chaotic energy of the wind. Though static structures, each of his pieces seem to come alive as metal strips are transformed into muscles and motion that flow in the wind. Kang's talent is apparent within his artwork, releasing raw energy from the flowing materials. The sculptures are time-consuming and labour-intensive projects as dozens of individual strips of metal are welded into fixed forms.

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January 5, 2016

Artist Creates Food-Shaped Purses to Add a Tasty Touch of Whimsy to Any Wardrobe

Dutch artist Rommy Kuperus designs with three F's in mind: food, fashion, and fun. To complete her colorful and expressive outfits, the creative dresser produces her own cuisine-inspired fashion accessories because she doesn't want to leave her favorite foods in the kitchen. To take these delicious treats with her wherever she goes, Kuperus mainly incorporates them into purse designs that have a sense of humor.

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December 31, 2015

"Star Wars" Characters Reimagined with Adorably Matching Cats

Disney animators Griz and Norm Lemay used their latest series of illustrations to combine two of their favorite things: Star Wars and cats. While this may seem like a highly unusual combination, the artists masterfully managed to pick out the perfect feline companion for each of their Star Wars characters. Rey has a Bengal cat perched atop her shoulder, both looking ready to embrace life on a desert planet.

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December 8, 2015

Artist Transforms Parents’ Home into "Hansel and Gretel" Gingerbread Cottage

Artist Christine McConnell isn't the type of person who's going to let a house go undecorated during the holiday season. That's why she's once again given her parents' residence a makeover–with a eerily festive twist. Rather than using store-bought lights and your typical Christmas-themed decorations, McConnell aimed to turn an ordinary home into the witch's cottage from Hansel and Gretel.

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