Monday, November 11, 2013
Ecuadorian artist Javier Perez combined everyday objects with his simple illustrations to create a series of imaginative and unexpected composite drawings.
Maybe we like these sort of illustrations because they inspire us to think differently about the things we see and use everyday. Or maybe they remind us of our (far greater) imaginative abilities when we were children – when, like in Perez’s illustration, grapes could be balloons, staplers could be monsters, and notebook bindings could be teeth.
Another reason that his work is so appealing is because it is accessible. As clever as it is, it required no especially expensive materials or difficult skills to create. Anyone with a pen, a camera and some creativity can start creating similar works – all you need to do is to be able to think outside of the box and look at everyday objects from a new perspective.
Sunday, November 10, 2013
Having a regular vase for your flowers is outdated. A vase made out of plastic bottles is a subject for discussion and inspiration alike. Here is an example of how you can transform 2 regular PET sodas into a couple of useful and cleverly crafted vases. You will need:
- 2 plastic bottles;
- scissors;
- a cutter;
- a serrated knife;
- glue or tape (optional);
The process is very easy but it demands your fullest attention, because it involves you handling 3 types of sharp devices. So, first remove the labels and bottleneck from your pair of PET. Then, cut the bottles into leaves, just like shown in the images. You can use the little ditches on the bottle, if you have that model of PET, for guideline. Make a small cut with the cutter at the bottom of the bottle. Make as many as you made leaves earlier. Afterward, just turn the leaves of plastic and place them into the small cut at the bottom of the bottle. If this doesn’t seem to hold, you can use glue or tape to make them stick. Decorate with paint or pens to give the vases an extra look.
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
In a series entitled Proyecto Pyokko, freelance photographer Sophie Starzenski took self-portraits in front of a full-length mirror to document her pregnancy. The idea is simple and well executed; and the last frame will surely bring a smile to any face.
Born in Buenos Aires in 1985, Starzenski learned the art of photography at the age of 18 studying with Italian photographer Aldo Bressi. She worked in analog format, making her own copies in the lab. At 19 she started attending different courses to complete her technique and decided photography was more than a hobby. Now a freelance photographer, you can keep up with her latest projects at the links below.
Using only salvaged materials like driftwood, roots, burls and natural found wood; Jeffro Uitto creates astonishing works of art and furniture. Since high school Jeffro has used wood as his creative outlet. He has since opened his own shop, Knock on Wood, in Tokeland, Washington, where he works on custom orders, commissions, and personal projects.
Every sculpture and furniture item seen below is made from salvaged materials Uitto has personally collected. He tells the Daily Mail that he finds most of his pieces in the winter when storms move the wood around. In fact, finding the right material is tantamount to the finished piece and akin to a big treasure hunt for the artist.
Below you will find a small selection of Uitto’s amazing work. Be sure to check him out on his website and Facebook page for the latest.
1. The Sea Horse
2. Driftwood Eagle
3. Assorted Chairs/Thrones
4. Look Hear
5. Salvaged Redwood Sculpture
6. Driftwood Giraffe
7. Breathe – Salvaged old growth cedar
Saturday, October 12, 2013
In select areas of the city of Águeda, Portugal, you will find streets lined with colourful umbrellas. The installation, known as the Umbrella Sky Project, is part of the local Agitagueda Art Festival. The art installation is created by Sextafeira Produções.
If you want to learn more about the Umbrella Sky Project, there are a ton of photos to browse through on the Sextafeira Facebook page. This particular installation should be up throughout July so check it out if you’re in the area!
Thursday, October 3, 2013
The italian photographer barbara skerbo imagined series of<illusion> where she use mirrors. It turn fragmented portraits, which show landscape using mirror.
Sunday, September 29, 2013
In this beautifully executed concept, we see a self-portrait of photographer Laura Williams, an 18-year-old artist from Cambridge, UK. The mirror illusion was achieved in post-production using Photoshop with the idea of being ‘invisible’ or ‘transparent’.
8 x 8 prints are available through Laura’s society6 shop, and be sure to check out more of her photography at the online links below.
Saturday, September 28, 2013
Currently on display at the G. Gibson Gallery in Seattle, Washington, is the amazing artwork of Diem Chau. A Vietnam native, Chau and her family came to the United States as refugees in 1986.
After receiving her BFA from Cornish College of the Arts, she has since exhibited her work in New York, Miami, Seattle and Los Angeles. Below you will find a small sample of her miniature carvings on the tips of graphite pencils. You can find many more artworks on her official website and regularly updated blog.
In addition to pencil tip carvings, Chau also has an amazing series of highly detailed and ornate Crayon carvings that are worth exploring. The A-Z: Northwest Natives exhibit runs until October 12, 2013. If you’re in the Seattle area, Chau will be doing an ‘artist talk’ on September 21st at 12pm.
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