Since I tend to make multimedia projects instead of two dimensional art, I find Lyndie Dourthe’s work positively inspiring (particularly the Anatomie series pictured below).
My head is spinning with ideas…
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I’m going to ignore the seasonal cold for a moment, and muse about how wonderful it would be to walk past this sculpture on the beach…
“Hot With a Chance of Late Storm” is a creation of the Glue Society.
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Although I usually only glance at them in waiting rooms, I rate fashion magazines higher than their appalling “women’s interest” competitors due to the artistry and innovation of the photography.
When I come across a brilliant fashion photographer like Ruven Afandor, I always think that I should pay more attention to the genre.
The set from which these photos are taken particularly appeals to me.
The bleak color palette, anatomical props and hints of vintage science…
Could it be…a wunderkammer?
Antiquated themes depicted with the clarity of modern technology entice me greatly. Of course, his photos that don’t pertain to my personal preferences are also extremely well done.
Have a look.
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I don’t mean to overdose on ceramics after the last post, but I couldn’t resist sharing this fantastic monstrosity just in time for Thanksgiving: turkey head salt and pepper shakers!
Guy Michael Davis crafts his molds from freshly dead specimens or freeze dried taxidermy (which explains the disconcerting realism).
Honestly, I really wish I had a set of these to bring to our Holiday Abomination party in Philly next month. More about that event later…
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Occasionally I find myself marveling at sculpture that defies the natural purpose of the subject; food that can’t be eaten, clothing that can’t be worn…I enjoy the momentary re-contextualization of the familiar.
Li Xiaofeng creates apparel from traditional Chinese ceramics.
Sure to be a hit as costume parties.
NOTE: next week is OUTRAGEOUS ARCHITECTURE week, so feel free to send submissions and ideas!!
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Back in September, I wrote about etched glass bottles left by a mystery artist. Now, her identity has been revealed!
These beauties are the work of Charlotte Hughes-Martin.
In an interview with the newspaper, she explained: “I like to give people a surprise and make them do a doubletake when they step outside their front doors in the morning to pick up their pints of milk…Everyone should be able to enjoy art in their everyday life and I just love the idea that my designs could bring a smile to someone’s face as they make a cup of tea in the morning.” –Source
I prefer to believe that the bottle offerings were a strictly humanitarian endeavor, but I give credit to this project as one of the most brilliant marketing plans I’ve ever encountered. It’s refreshing when someone discovers a way to skirt the overwhelming saturation of internet promotion and still gain attention.
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Couched between pennysaver deals on gutter cleaning and spa treatments, I came across a baffling full page ad for THE SEXY SALAD.
Click on the website and you’ll find an animated bowl of greens, giving a provocative “come hither” stare and periodic smooches to the tune of cheesy synthesized stripper music.
I was thoroughly entertained by the arbitrary nature of the Sexy Salad concept, since one rarely ponders the erotic attributes of lettuce (and this is coming from someone who sites the opening credits of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory as her favorite sex scene).
Overall, the place seems worth the 30 minute drive for me, if only to say I’ve eaten there:
Should you decide to browse their site, there is even a “sexy photo gallery”.
The image above should come up in standard search engine queries for that phrase.
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I knew at the start that this would be a fairly impossible contest to judge. Since it was an experiment of sorts, let me start with what I learned.
The bad news: Old fashioned word of mouth does very little for blog readership. It seems that promoting oneself is as important as I feared it would be.
The good news: Support from friends and some wonderful new readers was so touching that the bad news feels entirely irrelevant. 🙂
OFFICIAL CONTEST WINNER: The kind and talented Adalia, whose persistent enthusiasm for this site has been a huge inspiration.
OTHER WINNERS: For their support and promo efforts, Matt C. Louisa, Matt P. (you all know you’ll end up with prizes, too)
HONORABLE MENTIONS: For linking to me and/or general awesomeness, Notinman, Agmac, Shinygrape, Photo a Day, Kerry Kate, Jimmy Pickering, Creepy Cupcakes, PaTrick, Anne Heathen, Friendbeast, Mad30…my dad, from whom I inherited many of my “unique” sensibilities, Aunt Karen, Kayla, Artie, Rich, Charlotte, Spider, Travis,…(and undoubtedly others I forgot or am unaware of)
Although the contest is technically over, if you do anything to support this blog, please let me know so I can express my gratitude.
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In 2003, Doris Salcedo put together this truly impressive installation for the International Istanbul Biennale.
It looks like the place where chairs go to die. I can only imagine what it must have been like to randomly pass this in the street.
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The other day I stumbled upon a great collection of 3D Portraits. Although there were some “regular” humans in the mix, my favorites were the otherworldly creatures and monsters.
It’s fantastically starling to see the following image in full size if you happen to click/scroll over it unexpectedly…
I love these rabbits…
Well hello…
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