Art

February 22, 2011

Fantasy-Fueled Scenes by Ian Francis

Using a variety of mixed media including oil, acrylic, ink, charcoal and graphite, artist Ian Francis creates fantasy-fueled scenes that are filled with mystery and intrigue. In 2010, he released a new set of work that looks as if he's shifted his style from dream-like to cinematic. The UK-based painter will be headlining his first solo exhibition at the prestigious Joshua Liner Gallery in New York.

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February 11, 2011

Electrifying Art (5 pics)

St. Martin's School of Art graduate Dianne Harris turned heads at the 2011 Kinetica Art Fair with her neon works: Caduceus, E=MConsciousness2 and Eternally Yours. She specializes in producing, constructing and photographing environments. The Kinetica Art Fair is a London exhibition dedicated to bringing kinetic, electronic and technological art to the public.

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January 8, 2011

Magic Marbles (8 photos)

Can you imagine finding marbles that look like this? Though they seem like something out of a storybook, they're actually just the work of Caleb, a 16-year-old from New Jersey. He calls this series Life Through a Marble. I asked Caleb to let us in on his secret. Just how does he create these magical scenes?

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December 23, 2010

Breathtaking Surreal Art (6 pieces)

We've described surreal art and photography in many different ways – shocking, sweet, and even beautiful yet dark. One word we haven't used yet is breathtaking. Xetobyte is a 20-year-old IT student who creates pieces that are just that. All of his photo manipulations have a dark element to them but they're individually strong and stunning. I particularly love his use of repetitive objects like clocks, umbrellas, swings, butterflies, and birds.

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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.