The simple joys of embroidery. The counting, the stitching, the meticulous details... Uh, never mind. It's not for everyone, that's for sure. But for Brooklyn based artist Melissa Zexter, it provides contrast and detail to her photographic portraits. The photos themselves represent speed, and modernity, while the stitching harkens back to a less hurried time, even when the patterns used…
Ever feel a little nervous in a crowd? Do you like to avoid malls on weekends, loud festivals, rowdy people? If so, Frances Berry's somewhat kaleidoscopic collages are unlikely to put you at ease. An extrovert's dream come true, Berry's images show beach lovers and pool partiers, toasting in the sun and splashing in the water. Repeating motifsthe striping pattern…
Remember when you first discovered magazines? The glossy images, the glamorous models, the covet-inducing ads? You might have ripped out your favourite pages, decorated your walls, tried to make the blank canvas more you, somehow. Anthony Gerace's collages are created using the same idea, but to more sophisticated effect. Slogans and scraps are artfully arranged atop its subjects, partially obscuring…
Love is ______. The word you would use to finish that sentence can act as a barometer on your general outlook on life. Whether it's dreamy, passionate, exciting, world-weary or sardonic, it's probably safe to say we all fall prey to cynicism when in the throes of heartbreak. And French illustrator Pauline Barzilaï would be no exception.
Were you music loving in your youth? Taping your favourite band's appearances, meticulously cataloging your collection, and maybe making some of your own? Australia-based artist Dane Lovett seems to know where you're coming from. His super realistic paintings are a testament to his attention to detailthe ridges along the edge of a CD case and a reflection off the top,…
What does it feel like to be a cool girl? For some of us, the answer might still be elusive. But look at Germany based artist Laura Breiling's illustrations and you begin to suspect she's figured it out. Her subjects have an air of nonchalance, clearly choosing to live their lives the way they want, and I'm sorry, is there a problem with that? Whether alone or in a group, out doing their own thing or watching Netflix with the cat, regardless of hairstyle or body type, her women are confident and comfortable in their own skin... Something we could all get a little better at.
Remember the days of neon, floating sunglasses, squiggles, and flat art? Would you like to? Take a look at Yoko Honda's gloriously 80s art, bringing to mind warm days of years past and retro beach establishments. The Japanese artist creates gorgeously vibrant depictions of the decade of excess, complete with pop culture icons and references, for extra authenticity. Real life…
Who hasn't doodled with a ballpoint pen, during a boring meeting or a lengthy lecture? But your roughly sketched flowers, rainbows, and clouds probably have nothing on Helena Hauss's depictions of the teenage dream. The Parisian-based illustrator got started the way most of us did, drawing during classes instead of paying attention. But while most of us never progressed past…
These GIFs by Cari Vander Yacht combine yellowed vintage photograph found in thrift stores and cartoon-like graphics that once put together, create nostalgic and humorous animations. With unexpected twists and turns, these animations tell a mid-century story of American suburban culture, filled with comfort and stability. Words by Hillary Loucks Check out Cari Vander Yacht's portfolio…