These lyrical neon sign sculptures, by London and Berlin-based artist Olivia Steele, really tug at my heart strings . . . in the most gratifying way, of course.
Neon Rhapsodies
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Snail Troopers
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In collaboration with the Duomo and Opera d’Arte in Milan, international art collective Cracking Art Group created and placed 50 blue snail sculptures on the cathedral’s roof to call attention to much-needed repairs and restoration. The snails, a motif commonly used by the group, are made from recycled plastic and allude to the gradual deterioration of the architecture. What an incredibly fun and creative endeavor!
Underwater Flight
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Multidisciplinary artist Sayuri Sasaki Hemann is inspired by the way light refects her medium, which in this case is light and airy organza. This ethereal jellyfish aquarium, titled Underwater Flight, is displayed at Portland International Airport. Sayuri likes to find displaced items in unusual spaces and has been placing these urban aquariums all over Portland since 2009.
Les Robes Géographiques
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If vintage maps are your thing, then you’ll dig British artist Elisabeth Lecourt‘s Les Robes Géographiques series. Folded from old maps of San Francisco, Dublin, Conneticut, Jerusalem, Los Angeles, London, and New York, these small-scale, pleated dresses would make the perfect gift for any map lover.
Paint By Number
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After thrifting a Blue Boy painting for $3, I soon discovered that it was actually a paint by number piece! This techinique began in 1950 when Max Klein, of the Palmer Paint Company, got together with artist Dan Robbins to make “everyman a Rembrandt”. By 1954, more than twelve million paint by by number sets had been sold. I think it’s about time to buy a kit, pick up a brush, and stay within the lines. I mean, how hard can it be?
The Midas Touch
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Alberto Seveso‘s spellbinding ink and water photographs never cease to amaze me. In his fourth series he’s injected metallic gold ink into billows of colored ink, creating a stunning marbling effect. Honestly, hypnotizing and brilliant.
