Dan J, Author at Wallpaper Data Wallpaper Data Thu, 18 Apr 2024 13:14:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Street Artist Bob is Transforming Urban Landscapes with Whimsical Interventions https://wallpaperdata.com/street-artist-bob-is-transforming-urban-landscapes-with-whimsical-interventions/ Fri, 19 Apr 2024 08:16:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8621 In most cases, urban landscapes are not particularly pleasing to look at with their gray concrete blocks, battered-up bins, dull manhole covers, and eye-sore-inducing pipes, tubes, and cylinders. However, individuals like Tom Bob show that they can even be turned into something interesting if you are creative enough. Bob is a New York City street […]

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In most cases, urban landscapes are not particularly pleasing to look at with their gray concrete blocks, battered-up bins, dull manhole covers, and eye-sore-inducing pipes, tubes, and cylinders. However, individuals like Tom Bob show that they can even be turned into something interesting if you are creative enough.

Bob is a New York City street artist who became famous for his whimsical interventions that transform the urban landscapes of his hometown as well as numerous cities in the United States and across the world. He explores the streets of these cities in order to find unique objects that he then turns into quirky creatures, food items, and fashion pieces, among others.

Using spray paint and stencils, Bob transforms a manhole cover into a delicious pizza, the AC condenser unit becomes a robot, while gas installations take the shape of a jolly elephant.

With his interventions, Bob notdoesn’t only wants to instill some life into the city streets but also give locals an opportunity to see the beauty of street art. 

“Street art is the most democratic art form in the world. You don’t need to go into a museum to see it. It’s for everyone,” Bob explained in an interview with ABC.

Until Bob comes to your city, you can check out some of his previous whimsical interventions from other cities below.

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These Wholesome Comics Capture the Essence of Being Happily Married https://wallpaperdata.com/these-wholesome-comics-capture-the-essence-of-being-happily-married/ Tue, 02 Apr 2024 08:39:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8536 Every marriage has its challenges and tough moments. However, they also come with many sweet and happy moments that make it all worth it. Sneha and Rahul are a couple from India who enjoy sharing moments from their marriage with the rest of the world through their series of comics Love Handle Comics. These beautifully […]

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Every marriage has its challenges and tough moments. However, they also come with many sweet and happy moments that make it all worth it.

Sneha and Rahul are a couple from India who enjoy sharing moments from their marriage with the rest of the world through their series of comics Love Handle Comics. These beautifully drawn comics are filled with love, funny, relatable situations, and everything that represents the essence of being happily married.

According to Sneha and Rahul, they want other people to relate to their content, help them realize everything a marriage can be, or simply give them a dose of uplifting positivity.

“We had quite different notions about love and relationship growing up in India,” the couple shares. “Having been married for a few years now, we have come to see it in a new light altogether. We want to share our moments with you via these comics.”

Starting as a comic on Instagram, Love Handle Comics spread to other social media platforms and different media. Sneha and Rahul published several books while also offering calendars, key chains, and prints through their webshop.

Continue scrolling below to check out our favorite entries in the Love Handle Comics series, and check out its social media profiles to find your own.

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Edouard Martinet Uses Discarded Metal to Craft Sculptures of Insects, Birds, and Fish https://wallpaperdata.com/edouard-martinet-uses-discarded-metal-to-craft-sculptures-of-insects-birds-and-fish/ Tue, 19 Mar 2024 08:00:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8592 Edouard Martinet is a French sculptor who uses discarded metal to craft beautiful sculptures of insects, birds, and fish. Despite being constructed from car parts, old cutlery, and other household objects that have served its purpose, Martinet’s works are incredibly detailed and anatomically correct. Most of Martinet’s sculptures start as a sketch. From there, the […]

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Edouard Martinet is a French sculptor who uses discarded metal to craft beautiful sculptures of insects, birds, and fish. Despite being constructed from car parts, old cutlery, and other household objects that have served its purpose, Martinet’s works are incredibly detailed and anatomically correct.

Most of Martinet’s sculptures start as a sketch. From there, the artist goes through his impressive collection of metal parts to pick out the ones that fit perfectly or can be manipulated in order to bring his vision to life. Sometimes, it can take months or even years for him to finish a particular piece, as he prefers to wait until he finds the perfect part instead of making adjustments to his original idea.

Martinet sources his materials by visiting flea markets, garage sales, and antique shops. There, he picks up items that he believes could fit in a piece he works at that particular moment or could come in handy in the future.

 One particularly impressive thing about Martinet’s creative process is that he doesn’t weld the individual parts of the sculpture. Instead, he uses screws and fasteners to keep them in place.

Martinet regularly shares his newest creations on social media. Scroll down to check out more of them.

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Sculptor Builds a Boat Out of Ice and Takes it for a Sail https://wallpaperdata.com/sculptor-builds-a-boat-out-of-ice-and-takes-it-for-a-sail/ Fri, 23 Feb 2024 08:37:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8567 Belarusian sculptor Ivan Karpitsky decided to use sub-zero temperatures in his home country to undertake a truly amazing project. Karpitsky built a boat out of ice and even took it for a sail. In a series of Instagram posts, which quickly spread on social media, Karpitsky documented the process of building the boat as well […]

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Belarusian sculptor Ivan Karpitsky decided to use sub-zero temperatures in his home country to undertake a truly amazing project. Karpitsky built a boat out of ice and even took it for a sail.

In a series of Instagram posts, which quickly spread on social media, Karpitsky documented the process of building the boat as well as its first sail. And no, the boat hasn’t sunk.

In one of the videos shared on his Instagram page, Karpitsky can be seen laying down blocks of ice to create the body of the boat before sculpting it into proper shape using a chainsaw. He even built a roof for the boat and fitted it with a helm and paddle wheels for added authenticity.

The final result of Karpitsky’s project was impressive, as the ice boat looked just like the real thing. And, as another clip showed, the boat had no problem staying afloat even with passengers onboard.

Karpitsky is a well-known sculptor in his native Belarus, having built all sorts of amazing pieces out of ice and snow. This includes a castle, a tower, and a violin. Check out more photos of his icy boat, as well as some of his other creations, below.

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Artist Creates Amazing Metal Sculptures Using Recycled Material https://wallpaperdata.com/artist-creates-amazing-metal-sculptures-using-recycled-material/ Tue, 06 Feb 2024 08:43:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8446 Most people don’t see much use for rusty nuts and bolts, pieces of metal wire, or broken shears. But for artist Brian Mock, this metal scrap is an art waiting to happen. Mock gives discarded metal a new purpose by turning it into amazing metal sculptures. He welds together hundreds and sometimes thousands of metal […]

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Most people don’t see much use for rusty nuts and bolts, pieces of metal wire, or broken shears. But for artist Brian Mock, this metal scrap is an art waiting to happen.

Mock gives discarded metal a new purpose by turning it into amazing metal sculptures. He welds together hundreds and sometimes thousands of metal pieces, both big and small, to craft animals, guitars, portraits, and more.

Despite working with such demanding material, Mock is able to recreate features of his subjects to the slightest detail. To make it all even more impressive, the Oregon native is a self-taught artist who never had any conventional training in metalwork.

“Giving old, everyday objects a new life as one sculpture is an artistically demanding, yet gratifying, process, “the artist states on his official website. “My work is designed to emphasize resourcefulness and encourage viewer engagement. Audience reactions fuel my creativity and help me bring my visions to life. “

Mock has gained a lot of attention from the art world because of his metal sculptures. His pieces have been exhibited across the world in galleries and public spaces while also being the subject of two books. Check out more of them by scrolling below.

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Impressive Christmas Drone Show Sets 2 Guinness World Records https://wallpaperdata.com/impressive-christmas-drone-show-sets-2-guinness-world-records/ Thu, 04 Jan 2024 08:25:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8511 Entertainment agency Sky Elements recently treated the citizens of North Richland Hills, Texas, with an impressive Christmas-themed drone show. A grand total of 1,499 drones went up to the sky to display scenes from the holiday ballet The Nutcracker, a large Christmas tree, and various other images. The show not only brought smiles and awe […]

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Entertainment agency Sky Elements recently treated the citizens of North Richland Hills, Texas, with an impressive Christmas-themed drone show. A grand total of 1,499 drones went up to the sky to display scenes from the holiday ballet The Nutcracker, a large Christmas tree, and various other images.

The show not only brought smiles and awe to the faces of 2,000 visitors but also broke two Guinness World Records. The image of the standing Nutcracker was honored with the world record for the “largest aerial display of a fictional character formed by multirotors/drones.”

On the other hand, the image showing a Christmas tree packed with gifts in front of a snow-covered window set the world record for “the largest aerial image formed by multirotors/drones.”

The show was initially supposed to feature 1,500 drones, but one drone didn’t make it to the air. Luckily, its absence wasn’t notable, and the show still managed to look amazing.

 “It was so amazing to break two Guinness World Records in my hometown once again. There’s nothing better than bringing the holiday spirit to families, and I think this show did just that,” Preston Ward, Chief Pilot of Sky Elements Drone Shows, told Guinness World Records’ official website.

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Ariana Heinzman Creates Colorful and Quirky Clay Vessels https://wallpaperdata.com/ariana-heinzman-creates-colorful-and-quirky-clay-vessels/ Mon, 18 Dec 2023 08:51:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8215 Ariana Heinzman is a Vashon Island, Washington-based artist who creates clay pieces that are part vessels and part ceramic sculptures. Thanks to their colorful and quirky designs, her creations can serve as a flower vase but also as standalone decorative artwork. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ariana Heinzman (@arianaheinzman) A big […]

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Ariana Heinzman is a Vashon Island, Washington-based artist who creates clay pieces that are part vessels and part ceramic sculptures. Thanks to their colorful and quirky designs, her creations can serve as a flower vase but also as standalone decorative artwork.

A big reason why Heinzman’s clay vessels are so great is that the artist doesn’t strive for perfection according to her own admittance. She allows her intuition to take the driver’s seat during the process of creating a piece, resulting in one-of-a-kind creations.

Describing her work, Heinzman says it’s meant to “represent the duality of the desire to escape and succumb to nature and the desire to control nature and to be drawn into human civilization.” Her designs are based on the imagery found in nature and borrow patterns from leaves, flowers, and fruit. This is why it isn’t surprising that colors play an important part in the artist’s creative process.

“I use vibrant colors like a bird of paradise would, or perhaps a flower, or a juicy fruit; as an invitation to pick up what I am putting down, to cross-pollinate, to take a bite, etc.,” she explains.

You can check out more of Heinzman’s unique works below.

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Alexandra Lucas Weaves Snack Packages https://wallpaperdata.com/alexandra-lucas-weaves-snack-packages/ Tue, 05 Dec 2023 08:00:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8254 You may love snacks, but probably not as much as Alexandra Lucas. This textile artist loves chips, crisps, and puffs so much that she is making weaving art inspired by their packages. Lucas’ “CRISPS” series contains wall hangings, bags, and rugs dedicated to the most popular snack brands like Pringles, Cheetos, Doritos, and various others. […]

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You may love snacks, but probably not as much as Alexandra Lucas. This textile artist loves chips, crisps, and puffs so much that she is making weaving art inspired by their packages.

Lucas’ “CRISPS” series contains wall hangings, bags, and rugs dedicated to the most popular snack brands like Pringles, Cheetos, Doritos, and various others.

“Eating crisps is a pastime that connects us all,” she explains. “In fact, consuming a simple packet of crisps is so delicious and addictive, that we’re all quite opinionated about which crisp brand is our favorite.”

While creating the works from the “CRISPS” series, Lucas embraces the imperfections like hanging threads or warped lettering. According to her, this gives her works more character compared to clean originals.

The artist weaves snack packages with a combination of cotton warps, linen, and rug yarn. She uses backstrap weaving, which is an ancient technique of weaving used commonly in South America. This method requires the warp to be attached on one end to a weaver while the other end is attached to a tree or some other solid object.

Lucas will present “CRISPS” in their entirety in late November when her works will be available for purchase. In the meantime, continue scrolling to check out more of the designs she has revealed so far.

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Maldha Mohamed Paints Captivating Fragmented Portraits https://wallpaperdata.com/maldha-mohamed-paints-captivating-fragmented-portraits/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 08:12:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8292 Deconstructing the traditional notion of portraits, Maldives native artist Maldha Mohamed creates captivating paintings that focus on isolated features of the human face. Her fragmented portraits prompt the viewer to go beyond the visual elements on the canvas and try to uncover things that are missing. “I like the overall mystery behind the fragments. I […]

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Deconstructing the traditional notion of portraits, Maldives native artist Maldha Mohamed creates captivating paintings that focus on isolated features of the human face. Her fragmented portraits prompt the viewer to go beyond the visual elements on the canvas and try to uncover things that are missing.

“I like the overall mystery behind the fragments. I like to think of them as unfinished conversations and expressed emotions. Something that always lingers,” she shares on her website.

Mohamed describes herself as a “self-taught” artist. She started pursuing a career in art as a 15-year-old girl and later worked in an elementary school as an art teacher. Recently, Mohamed decided to put her entire focus on being a full-time artist.

It is safe to say that Mohamed has accomplished her goal, considering that her paintings received significant recognition in the art world. She had a number of solo shows in recent years while her works were also featured in group exhibitions in her native country and abroad.

Maldha Mohamed also has a devoted following of art lovers on social media. Her Instagram, where she shares her newest paintings, has more than 100K followers.

Continue scrolling to check out more of these intriguing fragmented portraits.

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MOLI Studio “Repairs” Vintage Tech Gadgets Using Kintsugi https://wallpaperdata.com/moli-studio-repairs-vintage-tech-gadgets-using-kintsugi/ Mon, 23 Oct 2023 08:39:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8444 Buenos Aires, Argentina-based digital art studio MOLI recently shared an intriguing new project on social media. Their talented artists created a series of digital illustrations titled Golden Era, which feature vintage tech gadgets being “repaired” with the use of kintsugi. Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese technique used for repairing broken pottery or other objects, during […]

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Buenos Aires, Argentina-based digital art studio MOLI recently shared an intriguing new project on social media. Their talented artists created a series of digital illustrations titled Golden Era, which feature vintage tech gadgets being “repaired” with the use of kintsugi.

Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese technique used for repairing broken pottery or other objects, during which broken pieces are joined together using gold or silver. The idea is that the repair should be visible because it is part of the history of the object.

Taking a new approach with kintsugi, MOLI decided to imagine broken pieces of technology being brought back to life with gold. The series features four iconic tech gadgets from Japan, including the original Nintendo Game Boy, a digital watch produced by Seiko, Sony Mega Watchman, and Sony’s vertical PS-F9 turntable, aka The Flamingo.

According to the studio, the goal of the Golden Era series is to pay tribute to Japan’s pop culture and country’s tradition.  

“Hidden in the narrow streets of Japan’s urban landscape, tech gems from the 80s are given a second chance to shine,” Moli says about the project. “Through their scars, these nostalgic-driven rescues become time decoration treasures, carrying secrets and stories from another life.”

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ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> Dan J, Author at Wallpaper Data Wallpaper Data Thu, 18 Apr 2024 13:14:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Street Artist Bob is Transforming Urban Landscapes with Whimsical Interventions https://wallpaperdata.com/street-artist-bob-is-transforming-urban-landscapes-with-whimsical-interventions/ Fri, 19 Apr 2024 08:16:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8621 In most cases, urban landscapes are not particularly pleasing to look at with their gray concrete blocks, battered-up bins, dull manhole covers, and eye-sore-inducing pipes, tubes, and cylinders. However, individuals like Tom Bob show that they can even be turned into something interesting if you are creative enough. Bob is a New York City street […]

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In most cases, urban landscapes are not particularly pleasing to look at with their gray concrete blocks, battered-up bins, dull manhole covers, and eye-sore-inducing pipes, tubes, and cylinders. However, individuals like Tom Bob show that they can even be turned into something interesting if you are creative enough.

Bob is a New York City street artist who became famous for his whimsical interventions that transform the urban landscapes of his hometown as well as numerous cities in the United States and across the world. He explores the streets of these cities in order to find unique objects that he then turns into quirky creatures, food items, and fashion pieces, among others.

Using spray paint and stencils, Bob transforms a manhole cover into a delicious pizza, the AC condenser unit becomes a robot, while gas installations take the shape of a jolly elephant.

With his interventions, Bob notdoesn’t only wants to instill some life into the city streets but also give locals an opportunity to see the beauty of street art. 

“Street art is the most democratic art form in the world. You don’t need to go into a museum to see it. It’s for everyone,” Bob explained in an interview with ABC.

Until Bob comes to your city, you can check out some of his previous whimsical interventions from other cities below.

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These Wholesome Comics Capture the Essence of Being Happily Married https://wallpaperdata.com/these-wholesome-comics-capture-the-essence-of-being-happily-married/ Tue, 02 Apr 2024 08:39:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8536 Every marriage has its challenges and tough moments. However, they also come with many sweet and happy moments that make it all worth it. Sneha and Rahul are a couple from India who enjoy sharing moments from their marriage with the rest of the world through their series of comics Love Handle Comics. These beautifully […]

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Every marriage has its challenges and tough moments. However, they also come with many sweet and happy moments that make it all worth it.

Sneha and Rahul are a couple from India who enjoy sharing moments from their marriage with the rest of the world through their series of comics Love Handle Comics. These beautifully drawn comics are filled with love, funny, relatable situations, and everything that represents the essence of being happily married.

According to Sneha and Rahul, they want other people to relate to their content, help them realize everything a marriage can be, or simply give them a dose of uplifting positivity.

“We had quite different notions about love and relationship growing up in India,” the couple shares. “Having been married for a few years now, we have come to see it in a new light altogether. We want to share our moments with you via these comics.”

Starting as a comic on Instagram, Love Handle Comics spread to other social media platforms and different media. Sneha and Rahul published several books while also offering calendars, key chains, and prints through their webshop.

Continue scrolling below to check out our favorite entries in the Love Handle Comics series, and check out its social media profiles to find your own.

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Edouard Martinet Uses Discarded Metal to Craft Sculptures of Insects, Birds, and Fish https://wallpaperdata.com/edouard-martinet-uses-discarded-metal-to-craft-sculptures-of-insects-birds-and-fish/ Tue, 19 Mar 2024 08:00:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8592 Edouard Martinet is a French sculptor who uses discarded metal to craft beautiful sculptures of insects, birds, and fish. Despite being constructed from car parts, old cutlery, and other household objects that have served its purpose, Martinet’s works are incredibly detailed and anatomically correct. Most of Martinet’s sculptures start as a sketch. From there, the […]

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Edouard Martinet is a French sculptor who uses discarded metal to craft beautiful sculptures of insects, birds, and fish. Despite being constructed from car parts, old cutlery, and other household objects that have served its purpose, Martinet’s works are incredibly detailed and anatomically correct.

Most of Martinet’s sculptures start as a sketch. From there, the artist goes through his impressive collection of metal parts to pick out the ones that fit perfectly or can be manipulated in order to bring his vision to life. Sometimes, it can take months or even years for him to finish a particular piece, as he prefers to wait until he finds the perfect part instead of making adjustments to his original idea.

Martinet sources his materials by visiting flea markets, garage sales, and antique shops. There, he picks up items that he believes could fit in a piece he works at that particular moment or could come in handy in the future.

 One particularly impressive thing about Martinet’s creative process is that he doesn’t weld the individual parts of the sculpture. Instead, he uses screws and fasteners to keep them in place.

Martinet regularly shares his newest creations on social media. Scroll down to check out more of them.

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Sculptor Builds a Boat Out of Ice and Takes it for a Sail https://wallpaperdata.com/sculptor-builds-a-boat-out-of-ice-and-takes-it-for-a-sail/ Fri, 23 Feb 2024 08:37:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8567 Belarusian sculptor Ivan Karpitsky decided to use sub-zero temperatures in his home country to undertake a truly amazing project. Karpitsky built a boat out of ice and even took it for a sail. In a series of Instagram posts, which quickly spread on social media, Karpitsky documented the process of building the boat as well […]

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Belarusian sculptor Ivan Karpitsky decided to use sub-zero temperatures in his home country to undertake a truly amazing project. Karpitsky built a boat out of ice and even took it for a sail.

In a series of Instagram posts, which quickly spread on social media, Karpitsky documented the process of building the boat as well as its first sail. And no, the boat hasn’t sunk.

In one of the videos shared on his Instagram page, Karpitsky can be seen laying down blocks of ice to create the body of the boat before sculpting it into proper shape using a chainsaw. He even built a roof for the boat and fitted it with a helm and paddle wheels for added authenticity.

The final result of Karpitsky’s project was impressive, as the ice boat looked just like the real thing. And, as another clip showed, the boat had no problem staying afloat even with passengers onboard.

Karpitsky is a well-known sculptor in his native Belarus, having built all sorts of amazing pieces out of ice and snow. This includes a castle, a tower, and a violin. Check out more photos of his icy boat, as well as some of his other creations, below.

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Artist Creates Amazing Metal Sculptures Using Recycled Material https://wallpaperdata.com/artist-creates-amazing-metal-sculptures-using-recycled-material/ Tue, 06 Feb 2024 08:43:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8446 Most people don’t see much use for rusty nuts and bolts, pieces of metal wire, or broken shears. But for artist Brian Mock, this metal scrap is an art waiting to happen. Mock gives discarded metal a new purpose by turning it into amazing metal sculptures. He welds together hundreds and sometimes thousands of metal […]

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Most people don’t see much use for rusty nuts and bolts, pieces of metal wire, or broken shears. But for artist Brian Mock, this metal scrap is an art waiting to happen.

Mock gives discarded metal a new purpose by turning it into amazing metal sculptures. He welds together hundreds and sometimes thousands of metal pieces, both big and small, to craft animals, guitars, portraits, and more.

Despite working with such demanding material, Mock is able to recreate features of his subjects to the slightest detail. To make it all even more impressive, the Oregon native is a self-taught artist who never had any conventional training in metalwork.

“Giving old, everyday objects a new life as one sculpture is an artistically demanding, yet gratifying, process, “the artist states on his official website. “My work is designed to emphasize resourcefulness and encourage viewer engagement. Audience reactions fuel my creativity and help me bring my visions to life. “

Mock has gained a lot of attention from the art world because of his metal sculptures. His pieces have been exhibited across the world in galleries and public spaces while also being the subject of two books. Check out more of them by scrolling below.

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Impressive Christmas Drone Show Sets 2 Guinness World Records https://wallpaperdata.com/impressive-christmas-drone-show-sets-2-guinness-world-records/ Thu, 04 Jan 2024 08:25:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8511 Entertainment agency Sky Elements recently treated the citizens of North Richland Hills, Texas, with an impressive Christmas-themed drone show. A grand total of 1,499 drones went up to the sky to display scenes from the holiday ballet The Nutcracker, a large Christmas tree, and various other images. The show not only brought smiles and awe […]

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Entertainment agency Sky Elements recently treated the citizens of North Richland Hills, Texas, with an impressive Christmas-themed drone show. A grand total of 1,499 drones went up to the sky to display scenes from the holiday ballet The Nutcracker, a large Christmas tree, and various other images.

The show not only brought smiles and awe to the faces of 2,000 visitors but also broke two Guinness World Records. The image of the standing Nutcracker was honored with the world record for the “largest aerial display of a fictional character formed by multirotors/drones.”

On the other hand, the image showing a Christmas tree packed with gifts in front of a snow-covered window set the world record for “the largest aerial image formed by multirotors/drones.”

The show was initially supposed to feature 1,500 drones, but one drone didn’t make it to the air. Luckily, its absence wasn’t notable, and the show still managed to look amazing.

 “It was so amazing to break two Guinness World Records in my hometown once again. There’s nothing better than bringing the holiday spirit to families, and I think this show did just that,” Preston Ward, Chief Pilot of Sky Elements Drone Shows, told Guinness World Records’ official website.

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Ariana Heinzman Creates Colorful and Quirky Clay Vessels https://wallpaperdata.com/ariana-heinzman-creates-colorful-and-quirky-clay-vessels/ Mon, 18 Dec 2023 08:51:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8215 Ariana Heinzman is a Vashon Island, Washington-based artist who creates clay pieces that are part vessels and part ceramic sculptures. Thanks to their colorful and quirky designs, her creations can serve as a flower vase but also as standalone decorative artwork. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ariana Heinzman (@arianaheinzman) A big […]

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Ariana Heinzman is a Vashon Island, Washington-based artist who creates clay pieces that are part vessels and part ceramic sculptures. Thanks to their colorful and quirky designs, her creations can serve as a flower vase but also as standalone decorative artwork.

A big reason why Heinzman’s clay vessels are so great is that the artist doesn’t strive for perfection according to her own admittance. She allows her intuition to take the driver’s seat during the process of creating a piece, resulting in one-of-a-kind creations.

Describing her work, Heinzman says it’s meant to “represent the duality of the desire to escape and succumb to nature and the desire to control nature and to be drawn into human civilization.” Her designs are based on the imagery found in nature and borrow patterns from leaves, flowers, and fruit. This is why it isn’t surprising that colors play an important part in the artist’s creative process.

“I use vibrant colors like a bird of paradise would, or perhaps a flower, or a juicy fruit; as an invitation to pick up what I am putting down, to cross-pollinate, to take a bite, etc.,” she explains.

You can check out more of Heinzman’s unique works below.

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Alexandra Lucas Weaves Snack Packages https://wallpaperdata.com/alexandra-lucas-weaves-snack-packages/ Tue, 05 Dec 2023 08:00:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8254 You may love snacks, but probably not as much as Alexandra Lucas. This textile artist loves chips, crisps, and puffs so much that she is making weaving art inspired by their packages. Lucas’ “CRISPS” series contains wall hangings, bags, and rugs dedicated to the most popular snack brands like Pringles, Cheetos, Doritos, and various others. […]

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You may love snacks, but probably not as much as Alexandra Lucas. This textile artist loves chips, crisps, and puffs so much that she is making weaving art inspired by their packages.

Lucas’ “CRISPS” series contains wall hangings, bags, and rugs dedicated to the most popular snack brands like Pringles, Cheetos, Doritos, and various others.

“Eating crisps is a pastime that connects us all,” she explains. “In fact, consuming a simple packet of crisps is so delicious and addictive, that we’re all quite opinionated about which crisp brand is our favorite.”

While creating the works from the “CRISPS” series, Lucas embraces the imperfections like hanging threads or warped lettering. According to her, this gives her works more character compared to clean originals.

The artist weaves snack packages with a combination of cotton warps, linen, and rug yarn. She uses backstrap weaving, which is an ancient technique of weaving used commonly in South America. This method requires the warp to be attached on one end to a weaver while the other end is attached to a tree or some other solid object.

Lucas will present “CRISPS” in their entirety in late November when her works will be available for purchase. In the meantime, continue scrolling to check out more of the designs she has revealed so far.

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Maldha Mohamed Paints Captivating Fragmented Portraits https://wallpaperdata.com/maldha-mohamed-paints-captivating-fragmented-portraits/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 08:12:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8292 Deconstructing the traditional notion of portraits, Maldives native artist Maldha Mohamed creates captivating paintings that focus on isolated features of the human face. Her fragmented portraits prompt the viewer to go beyond the visual elements on the canvas and try to uncover things that are missing. “I like the overall mystery behind the fragments. I […]

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Deconstructing the traditional notion of portraits, Maldives native artist Maldha Mohamed creates captivating paintings that focus on isolated features of the human face. Her fragmented portraits prompt the viewer to go beyond the visual elements on the canvas and try to uncover things that are missing.

“I like the overall mystery behind the fragments. I like to think of them as unfinished conversations and expressed emotions. Something that always lingers,” she shares on her website.

Mohamed describes herself as a “self-taught” artist. She started pursuing a career in art as a 15-year-old girl and later worked in an elementary school as an art teacher. Recently, Mohamed decided to put her entire focus on being a full-time artist.

It is safe to say that Mohamed has accomplished her goal, considering that her paintings received significant recognition in the art world. She had a number of solo shows in recent years while her works were also featured in group exhibitions in her native country and abroad.

Maldha Mohamed also has a devoted following of art lovers on social media. Her Instagram, where she shares her newest paintings, has more than 100K followers.

Continue scrolling to check out more of these intriguing fragmented portraits.

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MOLI Studio “Repairs” Vintage Tech Gadgets Using Kintsugi https://wallpaperdata.com/moli-studio-repairs-vintage-tech-gadgets-using-kintsugi/ Mon, 23 Oct 2023 08:39:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=8444 Buenos Aires, Argentina-based digital art studio MOLI recently shared an intriguing new project on social media. Their talented artists created a series of digital illustrations titled Golden Era, which feature vintage tech gadgets being “repaired” with the use of kintsugi. Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese technique used for repairing broken pottery or other objects, during […]

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Buenos Aires, Argentina-based digital art studio MOLI recently shared an intriguing new project on social media. Their talented artists created a series of digital illustrations titled Golden Era, which feature vintage tech gadgets being “repaired” with the use of kintsugi.

Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese technique used for repairing broken pottery or other objects, during which broken pieces are joined together using gold or silver. The idea is that the repair should be visible because it is part of the history of the object.

Taking a new approach with kintsugi, MOLI decided to imagine broken pieces of technology being brought back to life with gold. The series features four iconic tech gadgets from Japan, including the original Nintendo Game Boy, a digital watch produced by Seiko, Sony Mega Watchman, and Sony’s vertical PS-F9 turntable, aka The Flamingo.

According to the studio, the goal of the Golden Era series is to pay tribute to Japan’s pop culture and country’s tradition.  

“Hidden in the narrow streets of Japan’s urban landscape, tech gems from the 80s are given a second chance to shine,” Moli says about the project. “Through their scars, these nostalgic-driven rescues become time decoration treasures, carrying secrets and stories from another life.”

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