I love animals, I love embroidery and I love pretty pastel colors. So yes, you could say that I ADORE these embroidered (and painted!) creations by Japanese artist Mari Kamio. Mari graduated in textile design at the Tama Art University. Her lovely works have been featured in various exhibitions and is included in textile designs as well. […]
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Today was an exciting day. At 12.00 I was to going to meet artist Naomi Okubo at Kichijoji Station in West Tokyo. Kichijoji is a popular, artistic area where Inokashira Park is located (which is famous for it’s beautiful cherry blossoms during spring). I traveled to Kichijoji by train, Naomi waited for me at the entrance.
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I’m a big fan of Kris Knight’s stunning portraits so it’s about time I shared some of them on my blog. Painted in harmonious colors, his characters express both a fierceness and vulnerability at the same time. Very mysterious, very beautiful… Kris Knight is a Canadian painter whose works have been featured in numerous solo-and group exhibitions. For […]
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Spring is on its way. Time for some new looks! No better way to get inspired then with these lovely, artsy fashion illustrations by Bernadette Pascua. I particularly like the first outfit and the cute dress in the fifth image. Based in New York City, Bernadette’s work has been used in numerous publications such as Glamour & […]
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People, plants, and pets (and occasionally a monster too). Oh yes, I’m a big fan of these warm, slightly awkward paintings by UK-based artist Sarah Raphael Balme. They crossed my eye today on Elsa Mora’s lovely website. For more, you can follow Sarah on Facebook & Flickr, visit her shop or go to her website. Selling on: […]
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Marcel George is a London-based artist who creates the most beautiful illustrations with watercolor paint. I particularly like the portraits below, which are front covers for Urban Walkabout. Many more illustrations by Marcel to be found on his site. For more of his personal work you can visit this page. Selling on: Etsy
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New week, new art. How about starting off with these gorgeous portraits by Sally Ross? I’m not sure who the people in her works are, but from their looks and expressions I’m guessing they are a lot of fun to hang out with. Australian artist Sally Ross currently lives and works in Melbourne (after previously living in France). Her […]
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