It’s been a while since I’ve posted some stunning sea creatures, so I bring you this amazing photo set by Alexander Semenov.
See the rest of the gallery here.
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I can’t get to Rotofugi in person, but I love Andrew Bell’s new series of sweet n’ sinister creations (previously posted about here).
Paintings…
Drawings…
Sculptures…
Plush…
See the rest here.
Artist site
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Allow me a moment of cynicism here. I’m sure there is a whole matrix of factors responsible for the changes in courtship and human partnerships over the years. But sometimes it seems that true (healthy, unselfish, dedicated) love is growing all the more elusive as decades go by.
Seeing a successful couple is like spotting a rare species in the wild. I’d like to go around handing these out.
I’d like a chance to say “Congratulations! You’ve beat some pretty dismal statistics.”
Found true love? You deserve a medal.
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I’ve seen some nicely detailed pendants, but this one takes the prize in an all new way!
Fable and Fury has an incredible collection of jewelry, a number of which are now on my wish list! As an added bonus, prices are very reasonable.
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This was created as a Halloween project, but it’s perfect for those who dread the visitor “pop in.” Also great for those spells of intense introversion.
Found on the lovely Creepy Cupcakes.
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Nathalie Miebach is a truly unique talent. Her sculptures are a fusion of art and science that I have never seen before; meticulous collection of data, brought to life in woven fibers and bright color.
“Changing Waters” looks at the meteorological and oceanic interactions within the Gulf of Maine. Using data from NOAA and GOMOSS buoys within the Gulf of Maine, as well as weather stations along the coast, I am translating data that explores the seasonal variations of marine life by looking at the interactions of atmospheric and marine data.
I want to climb into her brain and see what it’s like in there!
In this series she takes it a step further by translating weather data into musical scores, which she then translates into sculpture!
I can’t give an adequate representation of how cool this stuff is without copying and pasting all of the images and explanations, so go have a look at her site!
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Let’s just say I did the whole thing backwards: I actually watched Watership Down because of this art exhibit, instead of reading or seeing it as a child.
Gallery 1988 at Melrose has a huge group show inspired by the Black Rabbit of Inle (the lagomorphic Grim Reaper).
Some paintings represent the Black Rabbit of Inle, while others represent characters from the story.
See the rest of the show here.
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I posted about Benn Blatt a long time ago, when I did not have much info or access to his work online. Now he has a solo show at Half Gallery (I wanted to attend the opening but was at a conference).
Blatt’s intricate watercolor paintings focus on enclosures set into abandoned piazzas, rigorously rendered with twisting, virtuosic detail. Outcropping bell jars, fountains, terrariums, monuments, and medallions serve as incubators for lush, botanical worlds in which the artist cultivates a psycho-suggestive bounty.
Within these containers, Blatt explores notions of un/natural paradox: overturned, architectural constructions spill water on teeming plant life; leaves unfold to receive crystalline forms; water is both frozen and flowing; veins (or vines?) crawl through stone; mountain ranges plot like ant hills. Life overgrows life in an endless cycle of death and rebirth.
Blatt’s paintings make me feel like I’m feasting on the lushness of nature (I added to the experience by feasting on some chocolate as I browsed his galleries, just for extra decadence). Here are a few details not featured in the current show that I happen to adore…
This man is ridiculously talented. I truly hope he continues to gain increased presence in the physical and virtual art world.
See the show until April 1st (and online) here.
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I’d just like to call your attention to a few great pieces by Jeremy Hush.
I certainly love anatomical chimeras.
Can I pretend I’m the girl in this picture?
My sketches on scrap paper do NOT come out this magnificently…
See more on the artist’s blog and Flickr.
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Oh, say it IS so! Guillermo Del Toro is rumored to be working on a stop-motion version of Pinocchio, collaborating with the Jim Henson company and Gris Grimly (whom I mentioned here).
If this was not already a promising team, NICK CAVE has signed on as music consultant! And Mark Gustafson, of Fantastic Mr. Fox fame, will co-direct.
I have no idea where Del Toro finds the time to take on more projects. I do hope this one happens.
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