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Fields of Morning by Laurence Fuller and Sedition

July 24, 2024 by Arseny Vesnin in 2024, AI Art, Digital Art, NFT Art, United Kingdom

Sedition Art platform presents artist Laurence Fuller in collaboration with Kesja Tabaczuk.

Immerse yourself in 'Fields of Morning,' a captivating collection of five digital masterpieces by Laurence Fuller, created in collaboration with the talented Kesja Tabaczuk. This unique series, adapted from the acclaimed exhibition at Arcadia Contemporary (July 11 - July 31, 2024), seamlessly blends Tabaczuk's meticulous paintings with Fuller's evocative poetry. Fuller's journey into Tabaczuk's art began on social media, where he was drawn to the intricate balance between precision and whimsy in her work. Her striking images of roaming wild animals and incomplete birds boldly defy the ordinary, inviting viewers to explore a realm where the fantastical meets the familiar.

Fields of Morning captures the first steps taken into the fields each morning with the rising sun, symbolising a journey back to self-discovery. The Lyca character is inspired by a series of poems by William Blake. The collection explores our connection to the world around us, portraying us as creators and poets of each moment. It delves into the presence and beauty of being alive.

These masterful portraits provide an open space for poetic storytelling. In today's world, figurative painting has become rare and special, contrasting the reduction of all art to the instant. Certain moments in life linger in our memories with greater potency and contemplation. When sentiment is all that remains, imagination gains even greater significance than life itself. The world around us becomes an extension of our inner lives, and beauty reflects back to us, creating a paradise in this life. Fields of Morning evokes early memories of Mother Nature, highlighting our true potential.

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July 24, 2024 /Arseny Vesnin /Source
Sedition, JUL, British
2024, AI Art, Digital Art, NFT Art, United Kingdom

"In Times New Roman…" animation by Gloria Gemignani

July 23, 2024 by Arseny Vesnin in 2024, Illustration, Italy, Motioncollector, Portfolios

Gloria, an Italian motion designer and passionate music lover, embarked on a unique project to honor Queens of the Stone Age’s album, “In Times New Roman…”. Over four months, she crafted a short animation for each of the album’s 10 tracks.

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In June, Gloria released these animations online, culminating in a full edit to celebrate the album’s first anniversary. Her work beautifully merges visual storytelling with the band's distinctive sound, offering fans a new way to experience the music.

Explore Gloria's animations and see the captivating blend of music and motion design in her tribute to Queens of the Stone Age.

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July 23, 2024 /Arseny Vesnin
JUL
2024, Illustration, Italy, Motioncollector, Portfolios

Universal Everything 2024 Reel

July 20, 2024 by Arseny Vesnin in 2024, Advertising, Agencies, Digital Art, United Kingdom

Latest showreel from the leading future makers collective Universal Everything formed by Matt Pyke

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July 20, 2024 /Arseny Vesnin /Source
JUL, British
2024, Advertising, Agencies, Digital Art, United Kingdom

Marie Lourier: Defying Expectations and Redefining Art

July 19, 2024 by Arseny Vesnin in 2024, Photography, Portfolios, Russia

Marie Lourier is a name that resonates with audacity and innovation in the world of photography. Known for her defiant and surreal works, Lourier's portfolio is a testament to her relentless quest to question conventions.

With eight years of experience, Lourier has made a name for herself by consistently breaking new ground in artistic expression and capturing the imagination of audiences worldwide. Among her most notable projects are a provocative New Year series featuring a girl with traditional Slavic New Year dishes on her face and a poignant commentary on pollution depicted through a shiny girl washed ashore. Lourier’s evolution in photographic techniques, culminating in the use of AI prompting, has taken her art to unprecedented heights, including the socially impactful "F* Word" project focused on femininity.

New Year’s Feast: Tradition Transformed

Lourier’s New Year project, which went viral in 2019, is a visually striking series that merges cultural heritage with surreal artistry. In this collection, a girl is depicted with traditional Slavic New Year dishes arranged on her face, creating a bizarre yet captivating mask. 

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This fusion of familiar festive foods and the human form transforms a celebration of tradition into an exploration of identity and conformity. The vibrant colours and intricate details celebrate Russian culture and invite viewers to question how traditions shape and sometimes obscure individuality.

The Shiny Girl: A Wake-Up Call on Pollution

"Washed Ashore» (2020) is another compelling project by Lourier that explores the bond between humans and nature, highlighting the dire state of ocean pollution. Through striking imagery of marine creatures washed ashore, the project vividly portrays the devastating effects of pollution on marine ecosystems. The shiny girl, covered in reflective materials and debris, symbolizes the intersection of beauty and environmental decay. This series is a stark reminder of the impact of human actions on nature, with the girl's ethereal appearance contrasting sharply with the grim reality of pollution. By showcasing the plight of these stranded creatures, "Washed Ashore" prompts viewers to reflect on their role in protecting the oceans and taking action to reduce pollution. The project aims to inspire positive change and promote stewardship of our planet's precious marine resources. Exhibited in Venice in 2024 as collateral to the Biennale exhibition "Art For The Planet", the project underscores Lourier's ability to merge artistic vision with urgent global concerns.

From Weird to Unreal: The Journey to AI Prompting

Marie Lourier’s artistic journey is marked by her relentless experimentation with various photographic media to achieve her unique vision. Initially, she used a combination of traditional photography, digital manipulation, and mixed media to create her unreal images. These techniques allowed her to create works that were intriguing and captivating, forging new paths in the realm of visual art.
However, it was the discovery of AI prompting that truly transformed Lourier’s work. With AI, she was able to explore new dimensions of creativity, generating images that werenot only surreal but also hauntingly realistic in their unreality. This technological advancement enabled her to bring her wildest visions to life with an unprecedented level of detail and complexity.

The "F* Word" Project: Femininity and Social Awareness

One of Lourier's most impactful projects is the "F* Word" series, where 'F' stands for femininity. This innovative project employs AI-generated visuals to spotlight the challenges faced by women worldwide. By blending provocative imagery with crucial themes, Lourier underscores technology's role in illuminating key social issues. The "F* Word" initiative aims to foster awareness and catalyze efforts to combat gender inequality and the diverse challenges confronting women globally. This project exemplifies Lourier's dedication to harnessing art as a catalyst for social change and empowerment. It debuted in Tel Aviv in 2023, drawing attention for its daring exploration of femininity and societal norms.

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Looking Ahead: Marie Lourier's Vision for the Future

Marie Lourier’s artistic pursuits exemplify a groundbreaking approach to expanding the horizons of photographic art. She distinguishes herself as a visionary by seamlessly integrating traditional methods with digital techniques and notably incorporating AI. Her creations transcend mere photographs, evolving into intricate narratives that captivate, confront, and stimulate contemplation. Constantly exhibited worldwide, Marie's work graces renowned galleries and museums, showcasing her innovative techniques and unique artistic vision. Additionally, she has garnered over 100 publications in various media outlets, further solidifying her influence on contemporary photography.

However, it’s essential to recognise that Lourier’s work can sometimes prioritize shock value over substance, potentially alienating some viewers. The intense surrealism and provocative content may not resonate with all audiences, leading to debates about the accessibility and intent of her art. Despite this, the provocative nature of her work is often what spurs dialogue and critical reflection, making her art both controversial and influential.

Looking to the future, Marie Lourier's next moves are highly anticipated. Her rebellious spirit and innovative use of technology ensure that her forthcoming projects will continue to captivate and challenge. As she evolves and explores new artistic frontiers, Lourier’s work will undoubtedly remain a powerful reminder of the limitless possibilities of photography. Her art invites viewers to see the world through a lens of imagination, critique, and transformation, promising to inspire for years to come.

About the author

Arseny Vesnin founded Designcollector, a platform established in 2003 in Russia. Designcollector is one of the pioneering digital magazines dedicated to covering and supporting the creative art scene and communities in Russia and beyond. The platform showcases a variety of content related to digital art, design, and visual culture, providing artists, designers, and creatives with exposure and inspiration. Over the years, it has expanded to include digital art events like the Digital Decade, an exhibition featuring emerging visual artists and designers. Designcollector has always covered the intersection of art, design, music and culture.

July 19, 2024 /Arseny Vesnin
Russian, JUL
2024, Photography, Portfolios, Russia

Art of Hanie Soltani

July 17, 2024 by Arseny Vesnin in 2024, Art, Iran, Portfolios

Born in Iran and currently residing in Tehran, Hanie Soltani is an artist whose work is deeply inspired by a profound love of nature and the intricate spectrum of human emotions. Renowned for her vibrant use of colours and delicate brushwork, Soltani finds solace in the beauty of the natural world, striving to capture its essence in her art. Yet, it is the complexity of the human condition that truly captivates her, fueling her creative exploration and expression.

“As an artist, my work is a manifestation of my deep exploration into the human experience and the raw emotions that reside within us. Through my paintings, I aim to evoke a sense of connection and introspection, inviting viewers to embark on a personal journey of self-discovery.”
— Hanie Soltani
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July 17, 2024 /Arseny Vesnin
JUL
2024, Art, Iran, Portfolios
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Surreal Digital Art by Chema Mendez

July 08, 2024 by Arseny Vesnin in 2024, Digital Art, Illustration, NFT Art, Spain, Portfolios

Chema Mendez is a renowned artist who has been working in digital art for over a decade. His works are always surreal, with a high degree of detail regarding the digital components that blur the lines between reality and imagination.

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Over the years, the style Mendez worked on has grown in people and more over his NFT collectors, placing him as one of the prominent figures in digital art globally. 

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His surreal compositions grace the covers of albums by top musicians, adding visual depth and intrigue to their musical tales. 

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Chema’s work has also adorned the covers of various prestigious magazines, implying that the artist is versatile and opens his creative vision to a large audience. 

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Through Mendez's oeuvre, he continues to push the limits of digital artistry, significantly impacting contemporary visual culture.

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July 08, 2024 /Arseny Vesnin
JUL
2024, Digital Art, Illustration, NFT Art, Spain, Portfolios

The Spectacle, The Tragedy, The Passion

Giorgiko

July 11, 2023 by Arseny Vesnin in 2023, Art, Illustration, Portfolios, Street Art, USA

The world is fortunate to witness the combined talents of husband and wife artists Darren and Trisha Inouye, who undertake the moniker of Giorgiko.

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As creators with distinct artistic identities who met at the esteemed Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California - Trisha's passion for drawing intermingles effortlessly with Darren's fervent dedication to street art. This blending has created an extraordinary form that splendidly merges traditional painting techniques with modern urban influences derived from street art culture.

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Their extraordinary creations have made a global impact by bringing individuals and landscapes caught in temporal displacement to life - all while passionately exploring themes encompassing dislocation, empathy, and purity from profoundly innocent yet intricately nuanced perspectives. The vibrant universe curated by Giorgiko resonates deeply within us as it magnifies our longing for sanctuary while traversing an uncertain world.

July 11, 2023 /Arseny Vesnin
American, JUL
2023, Art, Illustration, Portfolios, Street Art, USA
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David's Bayo thousands of dots

July 29, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Art, Illustration, France, Portfolios
@davidbayo_art

French self-taught artist David Bayo is based in Strasbourg and specialised in highly detailed drawings rendered in ink, mostly using the Stippling technique. It is a drawing technique in which areas of light and shadow are created using nothing but dots. Painstakingly and meticulously!

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July 29, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
JUL
2021, Art, Illustration, France, Portfolios
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Oswaldo Cepeda Photography

July 27, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Lifestyle, Photography, Portfolios, USA
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The face behind the alias of moodydarkroom is photographer and artist Oswaldo Cepeda. Originally from a small town in Wisconsin, Oswaldo decided to pursue his passion of art and felt that in order to do so properly, he needed to be in a new environment. Given the sprawling hub of opportunity that Southern California offers, Oswaldo decided to move to San Diego, where he is now based out of and calls home.

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Oswaldo’s main focus is portraiture; however, his portfolio also showcases his passion for digital art. His portrait work is unique, featuring the abstract lighting techniques that he is widely known for. This ultimately sets his work apart from typical portraiture, often being described as other worldly, ethereal, and poignantly emotional. He uses his work to convey feelings that cannot be put into words and strives to demonstrate the raw emotions of human nature. 

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July 27, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
American, JUL
2021, Lifestyle, Photography, Portfolios, USA
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Anna Devís and Daniel Rueda

July 26, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Advertising, Graphic Design, Lifestyle, Portfolios, Spain

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“Valencia-based duo Anna Devís and Daniel Rueda add a playful twist to mundane settings and architectural backdrops. Whether flaring a skirt into a wide, cheesy grin, posing to prop up a facade’s stripes, or gripping the tail of a balloon that looks like a tethered sun, their minimal compositions turn geometric elements and open spaces into theatrical sets ripe with humor and joy.” - via Colossal

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By combining their spatial awareness and their artistic vision, primarily based on simple shapes and bold patterns, they have succeeded in establishing magnetic and joyful narratives that smartly suggest both the nature of human relations and the fascination with the urban environment.

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July 26, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin /Source
JUL
2021, Advertising, Graphic Design, Lifestyle, Portfolios, Spain
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Christopher Burk art

July 23, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Art, Portfolios, USA
@christopherburk_artist

Columbus based fine artist Christopher Burk focuses on depicting the American urban landscape through the vehicle of paintings, and drawings.

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July 23, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
American, JUL
2021, Art, Portfolios, USA
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Alexis Olin illustration

July 22, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Art, France, Illustration, NFT Art, Portfolios
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Numerous visits to France since 1995 had a huge impact on Alexis Olin's art. Since then, painting, music, photography, and fashion have become connected in all the projects to which he relates. Despite the variety of activities, brushes with canvas and computer with digital pen remain a priority. The seven-year edition of the K9 comic book magazine and the fascination with the Franco-Belgian School of graphic novels form the basis for writing paintings and illustrations. Later, the work of the Renaissance, as well as contemporary artists from Europe and Asia, became the inspiration. Creating the Métrique brand gives the ability to constantly display his paintings on clothing fabrics, using them as canvases, thus taking the work outside the walls of the studio and gallery. An approach to all activities like NFT art is the key to Alexis.

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July 22, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
JUL
2021, Art, France, Illustration, NFT Art, Portfolios
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Crossroads by Gregory Orekhov

July 21, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Art, Portfolios, Russia
@gregory.orekhov

The symbolic meaning of crossroads deals with choice, a twist of fate that establishes the preordained path in life. It is a place where space and time intertwine. 

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Gregory Orekhov’s “Crossroads,” made of polycarbonate and painted over with marking paint, is a crossing across the river, among fields which seemingly have no end. This land art object is located in the Moscow region, in the area of Nikolina Gora. With this work, the artist raises the question of social, ethical and environmental behaviour. 

The 21st century has faced itself with acute problems of capital constructions, which contradicts the basic principles of urbanism and summons a lot of controversy and discontent among local residents. In pursuit of non-ecological development of the economy, the authorities allow more and more ground to be built upon, the nature of which is illegally destroyed for the purpose of self-gain without any clarity or thought. 

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“Crossroads” is an attempt to turn the world's attention towards heritage preservation and to remind people about the ability of choice. Gregory Orekhov stands at the crossroads between the quiet, foggy natural world and an impending catastrophe. The object is situated at the intersection of historic events that took place here at the time of the Second World War, and those that are yet to come. 

This installation is not a personal reflection, more so, it is something that each of us encounters on a daily basis. This is about the unrestrained transformation of the space around, because of which, tomorrow, we can forever lose memorial places, favourite

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Photography by Konstantin Antipin and Ilya Ivanov

July 21, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
Russian, JUL
2021, Art, Portfolios, Russia
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Wooden sculpture by Peter Demetz

July 20, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Art, Italy, Portfolios, Sculpture
@peterdemetz

Italian sculptor Peter Demetz masterfully creates life-sized of wooden scenes that challenge the spectator’s perception with their spatial unfolding and seduce with their illusion as well as with their photographic quality of represented world

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“The works of Demetz seem to be still frames of a serial, which needs to be discovered and of which the artist anticipates only some clues; not recognizable stories, but attitudes, something in a potential state, which attends to be resolved into a narrative.”
— Valerio Dehò
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July 20, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
JUL
2021, Art, Italy, Portfolios, Sculpture
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Refractions by Murat Sayginer

July 19, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Digital Art, NFT Art, Portfolios, Turkey
@muratsayginer

Murat Saygıner is a self-taught digital artist who works as a motion designer, filmmaker, photographer and composer presents his new NFT series “Refractions” as an ongoing collection of 4K / 60FPS seamless loops.

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REFRACTIONS / I am refractive, and my art is the refraction of my life.

Morphing Dreamscapes from a Cosmic Exhibition.

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About artist
Born in Prague in 1989, Murat Saygıner got involved with photography and digital art in 2007 and won numerous international awards. As early as 2008, his works were selected for "IPA Best of Show" exhibition in New York and in 2010, he was awarded Emerging Talent of the Year in "The Photography Gala Awards".

He has written, directed and produced several animated short films since 2013 which were screened in over 200 film festivals including Academy Award Qualifying Festivals such as "Animest" and "AIFVF". Six of his films were Staff Picked on Vimeo. In 2019, he assembled ten of his short films under the title of "The Flying Fish" which drew various reviews by acclaimed film critics and received the Vitriol Award as the Best Experimental Film in The First Hermetic International Film Festival in Venice.

July 19, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
JUL
2021, Digital Art, NFT Art, Portfolios, Turkey
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Sophie Sturdevant

July 19, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Art, Illustration, Portfolios, USA
@sophiesturdevant

Self-taught and self-starting American contemporary artist Sophie Sturdevant focuses on the woman's body in her work and art, interpreting her as strong in her vulnerability and beautiful in her femininity through abstract figuration. “A woman’s beauty is like nothing the world has ever seen; she has a unique ability to be strong, but kind, and powerful, but soft, simultaneously”, Sophie states on her website

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July 19, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
JUL, American
2021, Art, Illustration, Portfolios, USA
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Photographer Titus Poplawski

July 16, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Photography, Portfolios, Poland, Lifestyle
@tituspoplawski

Photographer Titus Poplawski uses an analogue camera to capture eerie and unsettling portraits of people, and his works are truly magical

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“It’s not about the advanced technical challenges. It’s more about letting the film influence the final artistic result of the picture. I focus on narrative photography, which is a metaphor that tells about human beings. Thus a human being is the main subject of my photos”
— Titus Poplawski
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July 16, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin /Source
JUL
2021, Photography, Portfolios, Poland, Lifestyle
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A new reality

by Maxim Zhestkov

A new reality: Maxim Zhestkov for BMW

July 15, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Advertising, Cars, Digital Art, Motioncollector, Russia
@zhestkov

To celebrate the reveal of the new all-electric BMW i4, BMW invited Russian media artist Maxim Zhestkov to freely interpret the new vehicle, and create a series of digital artworks using the BMW i4 design and technology as his inspiration. The result is a series that is as mesmerising as it is unique.

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“I started out studying traditional architecture, but somewhere down the road I came to realise that the 3D software we used for mapping and modelling had so much more potential. It felt like it was being used to create the final product or output, and then… the process was seen as over. It was very finite, and it just didn’t sit right with me. But then I saw that, in fact, the software, if I found a way to use it right, could become much more. It could be used to discover and experiment in ways that didn’t have a goal in itself. It could be the way itself; the means to explore .something new and unexpected.”
— Maxim Zhestkov

Zhestkov describes this realisation as a process of “personal and creative liberation.” By plugging into the ever-evolving and ever more advanced visualisation and rendering software he had available, he was able to explore spatiality, physics, visuals and mathematics in a way he hadn’t thought possible. He quickly became hooked.

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July 15, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin /Source
Zhestkov Maxim, Russian, JUL
2021, Advertising, Cars, Digital Art, Motioncollector, Russia
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Sea Plants by Mariko Kusumoto

July 12, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Art, Japan, Portfolios, Sculpture
@marikokusumoto

“From polyester, nylon, and cotton, Japanese artist and designer Mariko Kusumoto fabricates sculptural forms that resemble the creatures and everyday objects she finds most fascinating. She uses a proprietary heat-setting technique to mold the ubiquitous materials into undulating ripples, honeycomb poufs, and even tiny schools of fish that are presented in elegant and fanciful contexts. Whether a pastel coral reef or a fantastical bracelet filled with mushrooms, rosettes, and minuscule bicycles, Kusumoto’s body of work, which includes standalone objects and wearables, uses the ethereal qualities of the translucent fibers to make even the banalest forms appear like they’re part of a dream.” - via @Colossal

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July 12, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin /Source
JUL
2021, Art, Japan, Portfolios, Sculpture
Nathaniel Rackowe (b. 1975)

Nathaniel Rackowe (b. 1975)

Nathaniel Rackowe

July 09, 2021 by Arseny Vesnin in 2021, Art, Portfolios, Sculpture, United Kingdom
@rackowe
@mtartagency

MTArt Agency is extremely proud to announce that British visual artist Nathaniel Rackowe, world-renowned by his large-scale urban referenced structures and light sculptures, is now an MTArt Agency signed artist.

Rackowe’s work is designed to recreate the experience of navigating the city around us. His works are abstracted impressions of today's metropolitan experience evoked through the vicissitudes of light as it fluctuates throughout the city. Influenced by Modernism, film and video games, Rackowe uses the mass-manufactured derivative products of the modernist era - glass, corrugated plastics, concrete, scaffolding, breeze blocks and strip lights - to recreate the collective experience and visual sensations of urban contemporary life, while incorporating a deeply personal emotional response to flowing through built space.

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The second semester of 2021 is lined up with exciting projects for Rackowe: used to working in the public sphere, the artist has a new commission for the Canary Wharf outdoor sculpture exhibition with Brooke Bennington, “On the Other Hand”, from the 26th of August to the 12th of November 2021. The show will explore notions of revival and value, bringing together a group of contemporary sculptors who incorporate - or use as their starting point - found and human-made objects.

Later in the year, Nathaniel will exhibit new works with FOLD Gallery, the London-based gallery bringing UK based and international artists together. Also this year, the Art Design Lebanon will include one of Rackowe’s works for a group show in Beirut. And in November from the 10th to the 14th, the Lichtfestival Gent will include an outdoor light installation from the new MTArt Agency artist.

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“It’s really exciting to be joining the MTArt Agency roster of artists. Marine and her team have a unique approach to supporting and growing the artist, while finding wide ranging ways to bring their work to the public eye. The breath of their engagement perfectly meshes with my diverse art practice, with so many fascinating ideas for where this new collaboration may lead.”
— Nathaniel Rackowe
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Rackowe’s public art projects are completely aligned with MTArt Agency’s vision for the public sphere which is working towards providing everyone with access to art whilst investing in local communities and allowing artists to broadcast their artistic stories to inspire as many people as possible. Nathaniel Rackowe is part of a new breed of established artists (like Robert Montgomery, Walter and Zoniel, among others) who believe in the agency’s values and efforts to change the industry, and were attracted by our recent growth - as highlighted in this article on The Art Newspaper.

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“What a dream to bring Nathaniel Rackowe on board, for the past twenty years he has proven that conceptual art could be integrated into the public realm. Bringing artists with this level of credibility is a dream come true for me as a founder”
— Marine Tanguy, MTArt Agency
 

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Marine Tanguy
 
July 09, 2021 /Arseny Vesnin
Nathaniel Rackowe, JUL, British
2021, Art, Portfolios, Sculpture, United Kingdom
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