At The Cat’s Pajamas, Jessica shares an art assignment: For my art class we had to come up with a commentary to explore and create 12 pieces based around this written statement. I’ve been working on it since September and I’m really excited that it’s finally all done! It’s pretty neat seeing everything come together [...]
Artists & Creators
An Interview With Sam Garton, The Illustrator Behind The Adorable Otter & Robot Suicides
I first met Sam at Tumblr, where I immediately was attracted to the dark yet whimsical works… Mr. Gerald Beaufort, the rat, making plans to break in: A robot suicide: A dog who finds scary movies too scary: But Sam, it turns out, is more known for his role as The Otter Keeper, the creator [...]
Fairs & Shows
The Dollypop Guild
Paul Richmond (whose upcoming exhibit, Cheesecake, will be opening in June at the Center on Halsted in Chicago) explores the path of his own identity and sexuality in his paintings. Prints and original paintings available at Etsy — and there’s a book of his works, with text, titled Ins & Outs: A Collection. (Via A [...]
Photography
Real Flash Photography
Capturing lightening has always fascinated me. I know there’s a science to taking such photographs, but that doesn’t make it any less amazing. Electric 4th in Series, photograph by TMC Photo.
Illustration
Trade Your Pretty Pancing Pink Ponies In For Psychedelic Art Deco Zebras
This vintage art deco print of zebras is signed “May” and it’s still in the original faux bamboo rimmed frame. I can’t tell from this photo if this vintage print is from an illustration or a painting; but I really love it!
Fiber Arts
Whimsical Postcards Featuring Prints Of Original Felt Projects
Just think, you could keep the glow of fireflies in a jar forever with these adorable postcards and note card sets (with envelopes) featuring the latest felt and needlework designs by Melissa Crowe of Checkout Girl. Image copyright Melissa Crowe of LittlePinkHouse.
Fairs & Shows
Print Temps By Mister M
I believe this work by Marc Brunier aka Mister M is a print made from a woodcut; I love how the lines define the musculature, defining the anatomy as well as sense of direction, if not action. The artist recently had a showing of his works in Poland — and I’m utterly intrigued with the [...]
Ceramics
It’s Easy To Collect Works By Marisa Haedike
Marisa Haedike of Creative Thursday makes whimsical works, often selling not only the originals, but prints, dishes and even night lights. If you see a character you adore, you can also commission the artist to make a clay sculpture piece, like darling Frannie here.
