Seoul-based artist Miseon Yoon, a graduate of Hongik University’s textile art program, made her initial foray into the art world with her patchwork creations in 2009. However, driven by personal struggles and societal pressures, Yoon embarked on a transformative journey, venturing beyond patchwork to explore diverse forms of artistic expression. Seeking liberation from external expectations, her current body of work embraces elements of Cubism, employing a gradual process of layering shapes and intricate details. This artistic approach mirrors the profound process of rediscovery and reassembly following periods of profound hardship and trauma. Notably, Yoon incorporates spherical shapes in her work, symbolizing both the roundedness of a ball and the inherent…
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Paintings by Artist April Kamunde
April Kamunde, a Nairobi-born artist, immerses herself in the world of oils, skillfully crafting paintings that weave intricate narratives of personal significance. Drawing from her own life experiences, Kamunde’s art transcends the boundaries of the individual and taps into the collective, aiming to ignite meaningful dialogues. In her recent artistic endeavors, she delves into the profound concept of rest, viewed through a feminist lens. The inspiration behind Kamunde’s exploration of rest stems from a deep-seated weariness, instigated by the pandemic’s tumultuous impact and the relentless pursuit of success and fulfillment in an ever-evolving world. Within the vibrant and fast-paced setting of Nairobi, a city perpetually on the move, these challenges…
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Empty Orchestra by Leon Xu
San Francisco based artist Leon Xu creates dream fogged paintings in their series titled “Empty Orchestra”, the paintings display a sense of reverent solitude. Showing various scenes and scapes with a subtle angelic light that caresses the subjects. See Leon’s selected works below:
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Art by Prudence Flint
Exploring the Depths of Existence: Prudence Flint‘s Oil Painted Portraits Capture Isolation and Self-Care In the vibrant realm of art, where imagination intertwines with reality, Melbourne-based artist Prudence Flint emerges as a profound storyteller. Through her masterful strokes and evocative use of oil paints, Flint has established herself as a virtuoso of capturing the essence of existence within the familiar yet enigmatic liminal spaces we all traverse. Flint’s artistic journey delves into the profound themes of isolation, self-care, and the enigmatic beauty found in the ordinary. With each meticulously crafted portrait, she invites viewers on a contemplative voyage, urging them to explore the depths of their own emotions and experiences.…
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Art by Ruprecht von Kauffman
A Berlin based painter Ruprecht von Kauffman. His artworks possess a unique ability to stir up emotions and captivate viewers with a distinct charm, deliberately aiming to create a sense of unease and longing. What sets von Kauffman apart is his remarkable talent for capturing deeply personal moments and infusing them with a touch of universality. When you gaze upon his art, you can’t help but feel a connection, as if he’s tapped into something shared by all of humanity. It’s a delicate balance that he effortlessly achieves, seamlessly blending the personal and the universal, leaving a lasting impression on anyone who encounters his thought-provoking pieces. See some selected works…
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Self Portrait Art by Inès Longevial
A collection of paintings by Inès Longevial, a talented artist based in Paris. Longevial’s focus primarily revolves around self-portraiture, using her artwork as a delightful puzzle to capture the emotions and sensations that dance across our skin. As a youngin Longevial has been passionately dedicated to the world of drawing, finding immense purpose in the playful exploration of color and its profound role in our lives. Her masterpieces depict faces and bodies that resemble ethereal landscapes within a dreamlike universe.
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Art by Aistė Stancikaitė
Recent works by Berlin-based artist Aistė Stancikaitė. featuring hot pink closeup imagery of faces and seperate body parts. “Balancing between the feeling of absolute closeness and complete disconnection, my work often revolves around the themes of longing, desire, connection, intimacy, and loneliness. The red-hued figures pictured in my work present more as alien characters, rather than everyday humans you’d meet on the street – slightly too perfect, almost artificial, strangely unfamiliar. Naturalistic proportions and elements of the present-day act as a reminder of real life, yet the carefully chosen styling and red-focused colour pallette create a new, slightly uncanny, eerie world, where the viewer may question whether they are seeing something…
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Portrait Art by Adriana Lozano Roman
Adriana Lozano Roman is an artist originally from Colombia, currently based in Atlanta. Her unique style of portraiture is deeply rooted in the practice of closely observing the world around her, and drawing inspiration from the small details and idiosyncrasies of everyday life. Through this intimate exercise of observation, Roman creates charming and captivating portraits that offer a glimpse into the personalities and inner worlds of her subjects. Their use of bold colors and identifiable objects that are specific to each subject. By incorporating these personalized elements into her compositions, she is able to create a sense of connection and familiarity between the viewer and the subject of the portrait.…
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Hanne Gaby Odiele by Haris Farsarakis
Fashion photographer Haris Farsarakis has taken model Hanne Gaby Odiele on a wild ride into the middle of a desert! A fashion hostage of sorts. Armed with a vintage car, a camera and some jaw-dropping designer gear. Stylist Kerstin Schneider showcases a handful of designs that include Loewe, Michael Kors Collection, Dolce & Gabbana, Fartuna, and more. The campaign’s main focus is on glittering bejeweled looks that shimmer and sparkle in the dry desert sun. With Hanne Gaby Odiele shakin her a$$ (metaphorically) in the middle of nowhere, it’s clear that Haris Farsarakis has nailed the art of creating the perfect juxtaposition of high fashion and rugged landscapes. Like we…
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“Flip Flop” Series by Artist Allister Lee
A simply delightful series of illustrations by the talented artist Allister Lee, aptly titled “Flip Flop,” captures a charming selection of throwback vintage dollar store sandals discovered in a myriad of locations throughout California, including the vibrant Chinatown, San Francisco and beyond. Each playful illustration is a masterful representation of these everyday objects, expertly capturing their unique character and charm while pulling on our nostalgic heart strings. “I like finding graphic inspiration in unlikely places and I found these ubiquitous Chinatown staples to be a great mix of quirk and wonk as subject matter.” – Allister See the series Flip Flop below:
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Art by Dan Gluibizzi
“Through the practice of drawing, the source material is imbued with personal history, memories conjured, dreams dreamt, and other imagined stories. I aim to make my drawings and paintings with a light touch, like the shifting contextual meanings of an emoji, allowing the works to remain open to many potential readings” – Dan Gluibizzi
