Art

May 14, 2023

Exquisite Architectural Drawings Capture the Special Niches of Cities and Towns

When walking through a town, there are many details that go unnoticed. Artist Stéphane Le Lagadec, however, seeks out these overlooked niches and immortalizes them in exquisite architectural drawings. Using a series of fine liner pens, he captures quiet street corners, picturesque doorways, and hidden dwellings with masterful finesse. Le Lagadec has a background in design and architecture; he currently teaches art by day and continues his series of illustrations on the side.

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May 7, 2023

Lyrical Illustrations Celebrate the Diversity of Wildlife and the Joy of Observation

Before photography, it was up to artists to document plants and animals in scientific illustrations. Poland-based artist Vitor Velez draws inspiration from this age-old practice in his series of mixed-media illustrations. Using a combination of colored pencils, pens, and watercolors, he captures a breadth of wildlife. From foxes to whales, these drawings cover a variety of species.

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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.