Photographer Nan Goldin's new book collects images of childhood taken over four decades, tracing the trajectory from birth to pre-pubescence. 'Children are from another planet,' she says. 'They know and see stuff that we don't'
Tang Yau Hoong is a visual artist and graphic designer from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, whose series "Negative Space" uses the area in between the primary objects…
In a New York loft 50 years ago, poet, photographer and film-maker Ira Cohen hung reflective Mylar film on hinged boards, walls and ceiling, and invited visitors – including William Burroughs and Jimi Hendrix – to explore an experimental space
Not far from Central London, Greenwich is an area that deserves visitors' full attention. Spend a day or two exploring all the sites in this part of London.
Artist Peter Hunt was known for his colorful peasant-style folk-art paint designs. He insisted that everyone - even people who couldn't draw a straight line - could create these whimsical designs, using the simple techniques he explains here.
In this day and age of Photoshop, we were inspired to explore the lost art of altering photographs by hand with this Altered Photograph Art Project!
It’s easy enough to get Art Nouveau and Art Deco confused, probably owing to the fact that they both start with ‘art’. But Art Nouveau and Art Deco are actually two very distinct design movements, with very distinct looks, that appeared around the turn of the 20th century. After perusing this brief disambiguation, you may not be an expert on design history — but you can casually drop these two descriptors into conversations, and your friends are sure to be impressed.
Bored Panda is a leading art and pop culture magazine which is viewed nearly 100 million times every month. Our mission is to spread good news and highlight top artists from around the world.
Elizabeth Metcalfe considers how a movement that began in the late nineteenth century is still relevant today and highlights how its distinctive designs for fabrics, wallpapers and furniture continue to inspire interiors.
Principal instigateur de l'Art nouveau et artiste phare de la Bohème parisienne, Alphonse Mucha s'invite au Musée du Luxembourg dès le mois de septembre 2018. L'illustrateur d'origine tchèque est le représentant le plus populaire du Paris 1900 et de la Belle Epoque. Qui n'a pas déjà été séduit par l'une de ses impressions aux couleurs pastel, mettant en scène la féminité à son paroxysme, entre art ornemental et affiche théâtrale ? Mise en lumière d'une rétrospective consacrée aux plus belles oeuvres de Mucha, l'ayant guidé vers une renommée internationale.
Art can give us a better understanding of our emotions and the world we live in. Even though some art pieces can be difficult to comprehend, they might provoke one to think and find his or her own meaning. Art is often connected to human emotions. In the process of creating art, artists express what they are concerned or curious about. In this way, they explore their own thoughts and feelings and at the same time encourage the public to engage in the journey of meaning-making.
Italian sculptor Lorenzo Quinn’s massive new sculpture, 'Support,' is a stark warning on the impact of rising sea levels.
Learn how to blend Art Nouveau design principles with advanced AI tools to make one-of-a-kind Art Nouveau postcards.
The French humanist movement of the 1930s changed photography for good. A new exhibition at Paris Photo showcases the greats, including Henri Cartier-Bresson, Willy Ronis, and Martine Franck
The “familiar spirit” is a common motif found in both folklore and witch trial records of the witch hunt era. What is a familiar spirit, and what role did they supposedly serve to accused witches?
If you want to appreciate the artistic side of Rockwell’s work, pay attention to his designs.
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A year ago we wrote about some beautiful sculptures by an American artist Garret Kane and now his latest sculpture is fascinating the people all around the internet. Golemecha is the name of the sculpture. It is a combination of two words: Golem - a protector made from mud and sticks from Judaic folklore - and Mecha - a protector made from advanced robotics in the Japanese culture.
Artist Khalil Chishtee is a sculpter creating human form from discarded plastic bags. His works often express the feelings of sorrow, dejection and even
Photographer Laurian Ghinitoiu has captured the collaboration of the Swedish fashion retailer COS and Japanese architect Sou Fujimoto for this...
However, even more insidious problems happen because of some common interior design business practices, or lack of that give our profession a bad rap.
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Illustrations by the Toronto artist that explore self-destructive tendencies and creative burnout.
Chiuri makes her mark as the first woman to take charge of the venerable Parisian house.
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These 25 incredible city designs add a touch of authenticity and efficiency to their locales.
Who says that libraries aren’t allowed in the bedroom? If you are a book lover, why should you not be able to bask in your favorite passion.....reading? First let's get one thing straight, a bedroom is NOT intended for office work but for relaxation only. If, at the end of an exhausting day, reading becomes a relaxing routine that you do before going to bed, then by all means brush your teeth, wash your face and indulge in books at arms length right there in your own small bedroom library. This blog post will show you how practical and aesthetically pleasing a bedroom library can be. All bedroom styles from modern to English cozy can benefit from the addition of book shelves so enjoy the images and tips for creating one of your own. heartfireathome.blogspot.com Some people love co-existing with books and creating a literary space in their bedrooms is a perfect idea. This is especially true for a bedroom which is no longer merely functioning as a place to sleep. You can even choose to color coordinate your library. apartmenttherapy.com Utilize any extra space in your bedroom and install bookcases that can hold all your books. What can beat a comfy bed, lots of blankets, and many, many books close at hand. Should your significant other be a biliophile, that is icing on the cake! If you really want to feel totally surrounded by your collection, position the bed in the center of the room like this. imgfave.com This bedroom library, with fabulous French bed, looks absolutely ideal for those days when all you want to do is stay in bed and read surrounded by your favorite antiques and artwork. Precious Moments. Mary Louise Gow (1851-1929). weheartit.com The best part about having a bedroom library is that you won’t have to wander into another room looking for a good read when you are relaxed and ready to jump in bed. myfavoriteandmybest.com To avoid seeing scattered, dust covered books on the floor of your bedroom, incorporate some kind of book case or shelving and let your collection become the focal point of your room. House Beautiful Magazine Be sure to keep your books well-arranged so that it won’t be hard to find what you are looking for. Providing a ladder for reaching top shelves is also a good idea. Atilio Baccani’s ‘Lady Reading a Book’ (1876) instagram.com stephaniestokesinc.com There are several ways to display a book collection in your bedroom library. Having floor to ceiling bookshelves custom made to fit your bedroom is the ultimate luxury item for any book lover. elementsofstyleblog.com If you have the space for it, a matching set of bookshelves on either side of the bed is a good choice. mynottinghill.blogspot.co.uk Or you can purchase a few ready-made bookcases and anchor them to the wall. divinetheatre.blogspot.ca While I think custom built ins are a wonderful way to display cherished volumes, I prefer a free standing bookcase like the one in this gorgeous French space designed by Andie Pauly. Francois Boucher's Portrait de Madame de Pompadour (1756) 1stdibs.com Can't you just visualize this French beauty in your bedroom library overflowing with your favorite books? I would love to make a library from several of these, all similar yet mis-matched. antiques-atlas.com Don't forget to think outside the box and make your bedroom library unique. There are so many lovely cupboards and antique shelves that can provide another wonderful way to create your bedroom literary space. bluepueblo.tumblr.com Attic bedrooms are perfect for turning into small libraries. Fill up the nooks and crannies with cupboards or shelves. InspirationSeek.com Use your books to add color and beauty to your bedroom space. It's a chance to display your prized possessions in your own relaxation place. Albert Bartholomé, The Artist's Wife Reading, 1883 splendidsass.blogspot.com I love how this impressive personal collection of books is situated behind the twin beds in this bedroom library. The display certainly becomes a lovely backdrop and takes on the look of a large headboard. Axel Vervoordt Just because you have a library in your bedroom doesn't mean you HAVE to read in bed. Make sure you have a comfortable chair like this simple wingback or even a small loveseat or rocker......anything that will work well for you when it’s time to relax and immerse yourself in the pages of your book. elledecor.com A home library in your bedroom will go a long way in impressing on your children how important books are. Stephanie Stokes You have to admit shelves of books make a bedroom look cozy. They are great accessories! Francis John Wyburd - Portrait of a Girl in Green reading traditionalhome.com The owner of this bedroom library has opted for a different way to display their books.....spines to the wall. If you prefer a neutral background this may work for you. Bloglovin' The look of a well stocked library brings a touch of classical elegance and history to more modern bedroom styles. housebeautiful.com For many people, settling in with a good book is the best way to end the day. A bedroom library puts them right at your fingertips. That way, you can be more comfortable and linger in the bedroom reading. Young Woman Reading, Samuel Melton Fisher nunomalmeida.wordpress.com The great thing about the bedroom library is that it also works for people who like to display objets d'art, personal photographs, and other treasures alongside their book collection. frommoontomoon.blogspot.com A great boho style bedroom library that looks to be located in Paris. I love the curved shelving and how walls of books seem to give a bedroom an intimate feel. cococozy.com This image definitely presents a strong case for the bedroom library. apartmenttherapy.com theentertaininghouse.com You might want to transform a ho-hum guest room into a sophisticated library bedroom by adding shelving on both sides of the door. leslielinsley.com I had to include this cute guesthouse bedroom complete with well stocked book shelves. Girl with a Book by Pietro Antonio Rotari 1707 elledecor.com Fooled you....it's wallpaper. This is perfect for bookworms that want the look but are allergic to dust!!! Click here to see the previous post http://eyefordesignlfd.blogspot.com/2017/08/decorating-with-french-tapestry_10.html This blog post was published by Lisa Farmer
If you are into arts and Japanese TV shows, why not consider creating beloved anime characters? Check out some anime drawing ideas you can sketch at home.
From denture repair shops to raunchy laundrettes, Niall McDiarmid’s portraits of the overlooked parts of deepest south London are a wonderful throwback to a time before the developers descended
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Crawfordton House in the County of Dumfries is now on the market. With its castle-like appearance, the Scottish Baronial mansion house was run as an independent school in various guises between 1940 and 2006.
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I won’t pretend to be a comic book connoisseur. My brother and I collected Tintin books for our father to read to us before bedtime and well, that’s about as far as it went for my foray into the graphic arts world. But now I’m wondering, if I had spent a little more time at the comic…
Cristina Troufa talks to The Arty Teacher about her work and themes and gives advice to art students who are inspired by ther work.
Stained glass is having a moment, and these spaces show how to do it right.
Meet Kazuaki Horitomo - a California-based Japanese artist that has two great passions in life - cats and tattoos. The artist decided to combine the two and great new project was born - Monmon Cats.
Thank you all for the kind comments about our decision to move, and for seeing some of the potential in our new home. It has been an exciting few months,
The prolific artist, known for his “McGinnis Woman” femme fatales, has contributed hundreds of book covers and movie posters to pop culture over the course of his decades-long career.
