How gorgeous are these ladies?! They are creations Swedish artist Amanda Senneby, and they’ve just been added to my favorite-list! Love the colors, faces and playcard-style of the works. It’s a series of three called You & You that aims to portray the diversity of people. As Amanda explains in her statement, we are often more than what […]
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I discovered Ruth Shively’s work some years ago when I stumbled upon the beautiful portrait in the first image. For some reason I remembered this today so I rushed to her site where I got impressed by many more gorgeous portraits. Ruth Shively is a Portland (OR) based artist whose works have been featured in numerous solo- and group exhibitions. […]
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I’m still a bit sad that the Japan project is over. But there’s good comfort in knowing that there’s plenty of art from other parts of the world I cannot wait to share with you on this blog. Like these colorful mixed media paintings by artist Simone Shubuck. Love the fascinating shapes and colors in these works. Pretty hard to […]
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My trip through Japan has been amazing. I’ve met so many talented, warm-hearted artists! On top of that I got close up my journey with a visit to the very funny & sympathetic Kosuke Ajiro. Life is good.. Kosuke Ajiro is an illustrator & graphic designer based in the Eastern part of Tokyo. I met him there for […]
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I came across these works by Natsuki Kurachi on Instagram and was very charmed by the wonderful, long-legged folks in her paintings. So quirky & adorable! Natsuki is currently still studying at Musashino Art University in Tokyo, but already has a quite a large portfolio of works. She has also participated in various solo-and group exhibitions around Japan. […]
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This week I met the wonderful Hatsuki Miyahara, another illustrator I’ve admired for a long time. Not only did Hatsuki invite me to her house, she also organized a little illustrator-party in Koyto! For six hours I got introduced to six super-talented artists who showed me beautiful, cute, clever, and even hilarious creations in all kinds of styles. I […]
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Yup, more loveliness from Japan! I like the simple, charming style of these paintings by Tokio-born illustrator Michiyo Taguchi. The shoe is my favorite! If you happen to be around Tokyo from April 10 – 15, Michiyo will give her first solo exhibition at HB Gallery, based in the Shibuya area. And if not, you can find more works […]
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