Artist Erika Iris takes random items she finds in thrift stores and reconfigures them into composite art. Take this sheet music, for example. Erika has completely rearranged the music notes (literally) to create amazing portraits and illustrations that embody the song. Creative genius. Don’t miss Erika’s other works of portraits made from cassette tape and old film!
Written by Whitney Washington
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Painted by German street artists Martin Heuwold, check out this quirky little LEGO bridge that was painted for no other reason than to simply lift the spirits of those passing by on their daily commute. From start to finish the bridge took two weeks to paint and soon after was unveiled as a surprise to the community. As special measures were taken to keep the project a secret until completion, the task required a lot of cooperation from the city who agreed to corner off the area until the display was complete.
Via: Inhabitat
Written by: Georgette Mosley
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The fact that artist Toyin Odutola can capture the true beauty and essence of Black skin using only a ball point pen is simply amazing. “Where some may see flat, static narratives, I see a spectrum of tonal gradations and realities,” the artist says. “What I am creating is literally black portraiture with ballpoint pen ink.”
The strokes of her pen paired with a cross-hatching technique creates depth on all of her drawings, ultimately making the portrait seem to come to life. Most of Toyin’s renderings are black and white, but she often utilizes strokes of color for a vibrant flair. I can almost see the soul of the person through this artist’s pen strokes! Check out more of Toyin’s work here.
Written by Whitney Washington
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Ahh, Summer. It’s a time for outdoor adventures and new experiences. It’s also the perfect time to nest outside among the trees- literally. Designer Jayson Fann makes this summer dream a reality with his giant hand made Spirit Nests constructed from Eucalyptus branches. Carefully cut off of healthy trees, the strong, flexible branches are stripped and bent into “nests” that can hold up to 2,000 pounds! The Spirit Nests are then lifted by a forklift into a secure location amongst the trees. Fann then creates a cozy interior, adds a ladder, and boom! Your summer adventure begins:)
How can you not love the art of reinventing and giving new purpose to items that have once been thrown out and deemed trash? Today we’re showcasing a collection of fixtures appropriately entitled “Scraplights” designed by Graypants studio created from salvaged pieces of cardboard found throughout the local area. The fixtures are designed from boards that were first laser cut for edged precision and then stacked and glued together by hand, making each piece a one of a kind original.
via: Dezeen
Written by: Georgette Mosley
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Welcome to “The Secret Garden,” an enchanting place overflowing with lush greenery that was created to captivate the imagination and attention of its users. Designed to be something somewhat magical, in this little wonderland, which sits in the middle of a beautiful garden, is a collection of cocoons created from over 10,000 leftover hazelnut branches, each sheltering an array of stunningly dramatic azure lamps. Created for the 2012 Salone Del Mobile, the project was a collaborative effort between firms Barovier & Toso and Citco. As where the designers intent, when walking through this “Secret Garden,” you are immediately transported to a fairy tale like place overflowing with mesmerizing scenery. As you walk up to these bold blue nests, with a resolute to take a peek through the little custom cutouts, you’ll find yourself immediately blown away by the over embellished glass blown chandeliers and ornamented marble finishes.
via: Yatzer
Written by: Georgette Mosley
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This over-exposed house in Japan’s Osaka prefecture was designed by Japanese architects Suga Atelier. Named House of Cedar, the house has a cross-bracing cedar structure and a glass facade that easily exposes the two storey interior. The rustic, unfinished aesthetic creates a sense of freedom that one would experience on an outdoor getaway. Luckily there is a curtain to cover the entire front window when privacy is needed!
Written by Whitney Washington
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Put together by designer Merve Kahraman, today we’re featuring a completely handmade quirky collection of chairs that, while showcasing a somewhat playful charm, still manages to maintain an overall classically chic demeanor. With one chair bestowed with the characteristic of a white bunny and the other a deer, it’s hard not to be drawn in while becoming captivated by this creative merging of ideas that was appropriately titled “The Hybrid.”
Written by: Georgette Mosley
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Barcelona graphic design company Lo Siento is nothing short of revolutionary in the design world. Venturing away from 3D designs that Adobe Suite programs limit, Lo Siento decided to create architectural typography with sculptural letters that can be read from all angles. Entitled 4D, letters are created from white cardstock and when hung, can be read from all sides. The 4D typography has also been incorporated into furniture pieces.
Written by Whitney Washington .
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Painter Ernest Zachare inspires you to take part and become interactive with his partially painted object installation that look to be cycling right of the facade. His recent street works, which showcase children who seem to be busy at play, have all managed to draw in tourists who don’t mind playing along. Documenting their stay with a variety of humorous photos, participants are encouraged to upload their images to Zachare’s Facebook page for a personal creative keep sake journal and of course our viewing pleasure.
Via: Colossal
Images via: Ernest Zacharevic Facebook
Written by: Georgette Mosley
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