Painting
December 6, 2017

Artist Skillfully Details Paintings to Look Like Real Ornate Rugs

If you hadn’t seen artist Jason Seife painting these intricate designs himself, you'd think they were actually rugs. Using an impossibly small brush and acrylic paint, the Miami-based creative depicts the elaborate details you’d normally find on Persian rugs. From floral motifs to fancy flourishes, Seife puts his own spin on these familiar patterned tapestries by incorporating hues that aren’t typically seen in the large floor coverings. Seife’s attention to his craft is beyond impressive.

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Art
December 5, 2017

Interview: Artist Spends 15 Years Using the Dead Sea as Her Studio

Interdisciplinary artist Sigalit Landau‘s work is that of mystical transformation. Born in Jerusalem, the Israeli artist has spent the last 15 years of her artistic career immersed in the beauty of the Dead Sea. And now, after a year of writing, Landau, along with partner Yotam From, is paying tribute to this phase of artistry with the book Sigalit Landau: Salt Years. Over almost 300 pages, we're invited into the intimate world of Landau.

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Resources
December 4, 2017

20,000 Artworks Available for Free Download on LACMA’s Robust Digital Archive

You don’t have to travel the world to see great art. As museums continue to digitize their collections, you can view paintings, sculptures, and other artwork that spans thousands of years and geographical locations. The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) has worked for the past two years to make their acquisitions viewable online. There are 20,000 images available and in the public domain, making them also free downloadable art for anyone.

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Animals
December 4, 2017

Adorable Dog Duo Always Gladly Welcomes Cat Best Friend into Their Snuggle Time

Friends come in all shapes and sizes—just ask the dynamic duo Watson and Kiko. The two Golden Retrievers have been best pals for years and judging from their adorable Instagram, they're inseparable. When they’re not enjoying the outdoors together, they are snuggling in bed (preferably under the covers). Although Watson and Kiko are close, they don’t shut others out.

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