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July 23, 2019

Sculptor Uses Industrial Metal Wires to “Draw” Portraits of Historical Figures

Using iron, stainless steel, brass, and copper wires to bring the past to life, Romanian sculptor Darius Hulea masterfully mixes contemporary and classical. These industrial materials assist Hulea as he “sketches” in three dimensions, carefully molding the metals into recognizable portraits. Through his work, the great intellectuals and artists of history take on new meaning.

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July 15, 2019

Traveling Artist Captures Europe’s Charming Cityscapes with Watercolor and Ink

While many travelers keep their camera in tow, artist Danny Hawk brings along his sketchbooks too. His colorful ink and watercolor sketches are painted en plein air, capturing the architecture, streets, and rural landscapes of Europe. Hawk has always had a love for drawing, but like many creative people, he struggled to find the time to pursue his art. He reveals, “Growing up as a kid, art was one of my favorite subjects.

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July 9, 2019

Artist Twists Colorful Scrolls of Paper into Beautifully Quilled Designs

Lisbon-based Turkish artist Sena Runa twists, folds, and arranges scrolls of colorful paper into intricate designs that push the boundaries of the everyday material. Inspired by the world around her, the talented artist can translate almost any object into her distinct artistic style. From paper insects to ornately patterned musical instruments, each carefully rendered composition not only showcases Runa’s talent, but a love for her craft.

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June 28, 2019

Dynamic Wood Sculptures Carved to Look Like Pixelated Glitches

Taiwanese sculptor Hsu Tung Han is a master of marrying old and new. Using traditional methods, his contemporary wood sculptures are instilled with a futuristic spirit thanks to the pixelated glitches that permeate each piece. Working with walnut, teak, and African wax wood, Han puzzles together his monochromatic figures to great effect. With some blocks protruding and others sunken in, he's able to achieve his signature pixelation.

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