Japanese Forests and Rice Terraces Are Transformed Into Magical Multicolored Dreamscapes

Japanese forests and rice terraces have been transformed into magical, multicolored dreamscapes through the innovative work of the art collective teamLab. Their recent project, Hidden Traces of Rice Terraces, brings life to the rugged Izura coastal region of Japan’s Ibaraki Prefecture, ...

Psychedelic Landscape Paintings Capture the Spirit of the Sierra Nevada Mountains

Psychedelic landscape paintings like those by Lake Tahoe-based artist Phyllis Shafer capture the spirit of the Sierra Nevada Mountains uniquely and vibrantly. Known for her plein air style, Shafer uses oil paints to bring the mountains, lakes, and forests of the American West to life ...

Classical Realism and Surreal Abstraction Collide in Monumental Oil Paintings

Ella Baudinet’s monumental oil paintings are a captivating fusion of classical realism, surreal abstraction, and modern sensibilities. Her work draws viewers into a dreamlike realm where human figures seem to materialize from smoky swirls of color, blending the precision of ...

Dreamlike Impasto Paintings Evoke Artist’s Childhood Memories of Rural Life

Anastasia Trusova’s impasto paintings serve as a vibrant homage to her rural childhood in Russia, where the simplicity of life was intertwined with the rich beauty of nature. Using thick layers of brightly colored acrylics, Trusova creates dreamlike landscapes that evoke the lushness ...

3D-Printed Honeycomb Lamp Hides a ‘Pixelated’ Light Within Its Seemingly Plain Design

The Hidden Honeycomb Light Box is a masterful blend of design and technology, encapsulating the charm of 3D-printed art and the hidden wonders of Athens. This unique lamp features a plain exterior that, when illuminated, reveals a mesmerizing, pixelated glow through its intricately ...

Artist Conveys the Charm of European Cities Through His Textured Paintings

Artist Sergiu Ciochină captures the charm of European cities in his textured paintings by focusing on more than just iconic landmarks. Based in Paris, Ciochină finds inspiration in everyday scenes, such as the colors of buildings and the interplay of light and shadows on various ...

“Mad Hatter” Handcrafts Rock-and-Roll Hats With Skulls on Top

If your favorite fashion icon is Slash from Guns N’ Roses and you appreciate quality craftsmanship, you should check out Spanish haberdashery Blade Hats. Marcos Souto, the owner of Blade Hats, is a master craftsman who handcrafts rock-and-roll hats with skulls on top, blending ...

Early 20th-Century Portraits Preserve the Heritage of Native Americans

Early 20th-century portraits by Edward S. Curtis played a crucial role in preserving the heritage of Native Americans during a period of rapid American expansion and government intervention. Curtis, motivated by a belief that Native American cultures were disappearing, dedicated over ...

Giant Trolls Scattered in a Forest Invite the Public on a Fairy Tale Scavenger Hunt

In Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, artist Thomas Dambo’s latest project, Alexa’s Elixir, invites the public on an enchanting fairy tale scavenger hunt through the forest. This imaginative exhibition, created with the help of over 300 volunteers, features five of Dambo’s ...
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