There’s just something about collages I cannot resist – the color, the shapes – the fact that you can take someone’s face and turn it into a bizarre object that holds a whole new meaning.

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Encirclement is an installation and performance created by Beili Liu. The installation is created by pinning hundreds of thistles – OUCH – on the wall, leaving room for the performer to come in and snuggle between the oh-my-god-this-is-sharp thorns and the soft cotton-like seeds that cover her body. The performer must have some serious mental control to stay still for long periods of time. That or she got really good insurance.

Don’t you love how nature and art have come together for this?

all images: Tina Chang

via: Beili Liu

Elisabeth Lecourt’s muse is femininity. The living proof of this are her skillful origami-like dresses titled Les robes géographiques - made entirely out of world maps! Couture lovers, you’re in for a treat.

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Happy Monday all!

I see an art trend happening. I’ve spotted several artists using this technique – which I’ve called “painting over” (if you know the actual name let me know) – where they take an existing piece of art – usually a photograph or another painting – and they create something new on it; big colourful brush strokes, smeared faces, paint drippings, etc.

This trend could be some type of refurbished art technique, no? (not that there’s anything wrong with the original piece) – if you think of it this is happening everywhere right now, from fashion (altered vintage items) to interior design (scandinavian reclaimed wood).

I am personally enjoying this trend for sure – what about you? Do you like this type of art? What’s your stance?

art:

1. Joseba Eskubi

2. Marc Seguin

3. Gregory Chiha

4. Joshua Dildine

Lots of color coming to the blog today!

First off – Brendan Smith and his bold brush strokes. Nothing like a punch of color to get your day started. Along with some coffee. And fresh pastries. There, you’re set for a perfect day!

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