Current Events.

I think this happend monday feb 15 2010

Type of the day

http://www.flickr.com/photos/86337862@N00/524119002

I can not place the photo here. So here is a link.


The use of white space on this image is just right on the money. the negative space and the small amount of gradashion on it is beautiful. The image is well balance thanks to the alongated stroke of the R and not too heavy thanks to the unison of the RR.

Done for Typography Friday™ | A weekly project by Eric Shoemaker.

Michael Lucero Lecture

The Lowe Art Museum at the University of Miami will host a reception and special lecture given by the preeminent sculptor Michael Lucero. Lucero, best known for his ceramic work, will discuss his art at the Lowe on February 9th, 2010 at 7 pm.

To read more go here

 

Pastel Drawings

 

I know normally I post about other artist, however today I wanted to post something that I do with my very very little time off. 

I talk with my birds while I'm drawing and enjoy the beauty that is a woman's body. 

Both of these drawings are made with pastel colors on bristol board.

I would like to be able to do a photo session with models just so I can have the experience of making these drawing from start to finish. A girl can dream.

The American International Fine Art Fair (AIFAF)

The American International Fine Art Fair (AIFAF) from February 3-8, 2010, at the Palm Beach County Convention Center, is recognized as the “crown jewel” of American art fairs and is the only American art and antiques fair rated 5 stars by The Art Newspaper.

AIFAF is a fully vetted fair featuring prestigious international dealers presenting paintings, sculpture, jewelry, antiques, contemporary design and decorative arts.

"Les Belles Endormies"

The Hyperphotos of Jean-Francois Rauzier

This is a got to see artist. His images are hard to distinguish between painting, photograph or three dimentional image that seems to invite you into its world. His whole collection had visitors of the fair gather around just repeating one after the other: "wow","is it a photograph?""its amazing"

This is a good website to see his stuff : http://www.culture24.org.uk/art/photography+%2526+film/art73753

 

"Through the keyhole"

Moritz Stifter

Another artist that stood out was painting by Moritz Stifter. His delicacy and attention to detail with hints of gold brought the entire situation to life. It makes you smile just thinking that you are the one looking through the keyhole at these women.

 

Mixed media Taxidermy

by Enrique Gomez De Molina

This exhibition takes home the gold in my eyes. This art blows any ideas anyone could have. The taxidermy of various animals brought together into one consistent animal is amazing. Every part of these "animals" is made of parts of different animals that have been cleaned and melted together in an idea to form an amazing form of art. It is grotesque to think about the dead animals you are looking at, however no one could look away from the beauty that was before our eyes today.

 

by Carl Payne

These statues with hints of gold rubbed on the ends of this statues. The expressions of the statues give such a reality that brings to life the feeling that the model was asked to portrayed by the artist.

Mantids

 

This amazing looking insect blends in to the background perfectly when on plants.  The jagged outline breaks up its shape, and even close up it looks like a dead leaf.

Most Mantids will eat almost anything that moves, and it is very, very fast. When another insect comes within striking distance, the mantid flicks out the long front legs, and grabs it in a fraction of a second.
Insects such as mantids are known as ambush predators, because they do not chase their prey but ambush it. They are remarkably patient, and will sit in the same position for weeks, just waiting for something to land near them.

Sleeping positions

Sleep Positions

We all know that body language in our waking lives is an important way to gauge how other people are feeling.

But did you know that your sleep positions can also give away clues as to who you really are?

According to recent studies 6 popular sleeping positions were seen to be linked to particular personality traits. And these particular traits were actually quite different from what was expected.
The 6 main positions studied were:

• Foetus
• Log
• Yearner
• Soldier
• Freefall
• Starfish

Foetus

Those who tend to curl up in the foetal position to sleep are described as being tough on the outside but soft and sensitive on the inside. They can be shy on first meeting but warm up pretty quickly. More men than women sleep in this position and it is the most common position reported.

Log

Those who enjoy lying on their sides with both arms down either side are described as easy going and sociable, liking to be part of the cool crowd. However they can be seen as gullible and trusting of everybody.

Yearner

Those people who sleep on their sides with both arms stretched out in front of them are described as being distrustful and at times pessimistic.Being open natured these people tend to take a long time to come to any decision however stick firm to their decisions once they have arrived. Very unlikely to change their minds.

Soldier

This position is described as lying on your back with both arms straight down either side of your body. People who choose this position are described as quiet and aloof keeping to themselves. They don’t like to be centre of attention and have a fuss made. They are perfectionists and set themselves and those around them to very high standards.
In addition this position is said to contribute to snoring and a bad night’s sleep.

Freefall

This position is described as lying on your front with your hands around your pillow and head to one side. These people can be aggressive and extroverted but underneath they are rather thinned skinned and sensitive not being fond of criticism or intense situations.
According to studies this position aids digestion.

Starfish

This position is described as lying on your back with both arms up around the pillow.People who choose this position are likeable and make great friends, always ready with an open ear and advice for those in need. Thy are not fond of being the centre of attention.
This position is also said to contribute to snoring and a bad night’s sleep.

Did you know?

Emmanuel just showed me this.

Do you notice anything out of norm with this sign? (it has to do with type)

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The l, and the ds are at an angle

Who knew ?

Rick Valicenti

Rick Valicenti 

Where:     Florida Atlantic University Boca Campus

When:      Friday . February 12 . 2010

Time:       6-9pm

To all artist, specially all designers it is a must see.

He is an inspiration for anyone who pushes their ideas as far as they will go

Pretty

Love the shading through the different size of lettering. It is all the same font and that makes it that much more. I know it is not art for typography sake, however it is still nice.

Type as art

Sometimes I forget that type is an art itself. I think of it as a means to an end. The means to a great design. In these two pieces, typography is really shown to be beautiful art.