Painting

November 3, 2019

Photorealistic Oil Paintings of Empty Beds Capture Feelings of Grief and Isolation

When you’re feeling down, sometimes the only place you want to be is in your own bed. Even if you aren’t sleeping, there’s something comforting and restorative about spending time wrapped up in bed sheets, hidden from the world. Artist Stephanie Serpick’s photorealistic oil paintings of empty, unmade beds are a personal expression of her own grief, depression, and isolation. Serpick started the series 3 years ago, shortly after the 2016 U.S. election.

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October 6, 2019

Charming Watercolor Paintings Depict Tiny Fairyland Towns Nestled Within Garden Flowers

Ukrainian illustrator Tonia Tkach paints storybook illustrations inspired by the world around her. Now living in Tyumen, Siberia, the talented artist is constantly on the move, but she’s never without her sketchbook and watercolor paints. Her travel experience is evident throughout her portfolio, including her latest series, titled Flower Alley, inspired by the historical towns of mainland and Eastern Europe.

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September 21, 2019

Interview: Leading Contemporary Impressionist Sheds Light on Her Pioneering Practice

For over a decade, Erin Hanson has been pioneering and perfecting Open-Impressionism. Inspired by the Impressionists, Hanson harnesses this artistic approach as a means to capture the fleeting beauty of the natural world. Specifically, the California-based artist employs this style to craft paintings inspired by her own experiences exploring America's wine regions, vast network of National Parks, and other idyllic landscapes across the country.

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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.