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October 17, 2019

Artist Designs Machine You Crank to Earn Minimum Wage, One Penny at a Time

Conceptual artist Blake Fall-Conroy creates work that often touches on socio-economic themes. As a self-taught engineer, many of his art pieces involve mechanisms that allow him to get his point across. This is most evident in his Minimum Wage Machine, a lightning-rod installation that speaks about the value of labor and one's time. People are asked to turn a crank that will then release a penny at specific intervals.

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October 10, 2019

Artist Designs Shiba Inu-Inspired Japanese Bank Notes That Are Too Cute to Spend

Earlier this year, the Ministry of Finance in Japan revealed new designs for the Japanese yen banknotes. Due to roll out in 2024, the new designs include an illustration of Mount Fuji, as well as Hokusai’s iconic woodblock print, The Great Wave. Inspired by the creative currency, Japanese illustrator and manga artist Ponkichi decided to design his own bank notes, featuring none other than one of Japan’s most treasured dog breeds—the Shiba Inu.

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October 7, 2019

Interview: Exquisite Ceramic Vessels Mimicking Organic Shapes Found in Nature

From landscape paintings to coral reef-inspired textiles, nature is a constant source of inspiration for many contemporary artists. Cleveland-based ceramicist Yumiko Goto (of Echo of Nature) is one of those creatives. She sculpts one-of-a-kind vases, ring dishes, and lidded vessels based on the structures found in nature—including delicate flower petals, seeds, and buds. Originally from Osaka, Japan, Goto grew up with a grandmother who was a professional kimono maker.

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October 3, 2019

10 Must-Have Tools for Any Arts and Crafts Lover’s Creative Toolkit

When it comes to getting serious about your art, one thing is certain—good tools are important. Working with the highest quality equipment means that you'll be able to focus on your creativity without having to worry about your materials failing you. Luckily, there are all sorts of unique art supplies that will allow your creative vision to come to life.

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