By Anne Cacherell There’s beauty in everything, but one can only see it with an open mind and heart. However, there are some things in this life that would need extra work and effort to turn into something really wonderful. Mexican artist Pedro Reyes believes in the same principle. For him, the purpose of art…
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Find Out Why This “Bemusement” Park Is Garnering International Attention
By Anne Cacherell Located on an abandoned 2.5 acre swimming resort in Weston-super-Mare, UK is a theme park attraction with a very dark twist called “Dismaland.” Described as a nightmare version of Disneyland, this “bemusement” park offers an alternative to those who are looking for an escape from the traditional and the conventional, and to…
This Street Art Was Actually Asked for by the City Government!
By Richard K. Noots Paul Walsh of New Zealand had enough of the bland utility boxes that littered his community in Aukland. After having one of his paints ruined by the government, popular outcry convinced the leaders of Aukland to not only allow Walsh to continue, but practically commissioned him to keep working. Isn’t that crazy? Now this…
This is the Kind of Art That is Actually Alive!
By Richard K. Noots Gigi Rodgers is a different breed of artist. She insteads choose to use her body as part of the canvas, instead of just being the medium to her art. It’s original, and a little freaky. Imagine seeing this on the side of the street without knowing that an actual person was there? Regardless, if you want…
This Man’s Skills Is a Perfect Combination Of Meditation, Art & Balance
By Anne Cacherell Too much of everything is not healthy. Whether you spend a lot of time at work or waste the whole day doing nothing, you tend to lose a little bit of yourself. This is why maintaining balance in life is very important. An artist from Colorado takes this principle to a whole…
This Monumental Installation Symbolizes Boston’s History & Progress
By Anne Cacherell Blending into the sky within the day and coming to life at night, this ethereal sculpture by internationally renowned local artist Janet Echelman titled “As If It Were Already Here” has transformed Boston’s Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy into a huge museum. Created for the city’s public art program, this monumental installation serves…
