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November 22, 2017

Japanese Artist Crafts Miniature Antique Dollhouse Furniture by Hand

Miniaturization has a long history in Japan, dating back thousands of years. Classic examples include bonsai trees, and more recently technology, such as mobile phones. Almost anything seems suitable for miniaturization, and we’ve featured many novel forms lately, from cat-sized furniture, to cookies that look like tiny plates of food. Continuing this trend, Japanese artist Kiyomi (aka @chiisanashiawase2015)

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November 10, 2017

Photographer Recreates Philippe Halsman’s Iconic 1948 “Dalí Atomicus” Image

Philippe Halsman's 1948 portrait of surrealist painter Salvador Dalí—entitled Dalí Atomicus—is one of the art world’s most famous images. Guernsey-based photographer Karl Taylor was so inspired by the iconic photo, he decided to create his own modern version. He explains, “It has been a favorite of mine for as long as I remember and it is probably the root of my own interest and specialization in photographing fast moving liquids and smashing objects.

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November 1, 2017

Colorful Embroidery Breathes New Life into Portraits of Cultural Icons

Mexico-based textile artist Victoria Villasana applies colorful embroidery designs to vintage black and white photographs of cultural icons. Inspired by world culture and the human spirit, Villasana explores “how people relate to each other in a fragmented, post-digital world.” From feminist heroins such as Frida Kahlo, to world-adored musicians such as David Bowie, Villasana’s chosen imagery depicts who she calls “true visionaries,” meaning “people who realize their inner power to change things.

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October 12, 2017

Street Artist JR Ends Mexico Border Installation with Picnic on Both Sides

In early September, French street artist JR created a massive art installation on the Mexican side of the US border wall. This artwork about immigration shows a child peering over the fence, looking across into the United States. Located in the Mexican city of Tecate, about one hour southeast of San Diego, the photograph shows Kikito, a child the artist met while scouting the location for his impressive installation.

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