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After Beauty by Maura Sullivan at L'intervalle
Maura Sullivan's second monograph after Things We Remember (Skeleton Key Press, Norway, 2021), After Beauty is inspired by several poems by Walter Fields, which define beauty as an attitude to life rather than as a prettiness of appearance. The book has been mentioned in L'intervalle - the blog about literature, photography, artistic gestures, human sciences, philosophy, interviews and chronicles is curated by Fabien Ribery. -
Laura Hospes | Portfolio
Laura Hospes (b. 1994) has been taking self-portraits since the age of 16 as a way to connect with others and express her inner emotions. Her photographs, which often reflect her struggles with depression and anxiety, have won her numerous awards and have been featured in several international exhibitions and media outlets. She recently published a book, UCP, which documents... -
The influence of Japanese art and culture on Photography
Japanese art and culture have played a vital role in shaping the world of photography. From its influence on aesthetic values to its impact on photographic techniques, Japanese culture has continued to inspire photographers to create new and innovative works of art. -
Event Horizon | Best Photobook of 2022 in Poland
Kacper Kowalski fourth book "Event Horizon" is nominated for the 3d place of the best photobook of the year by Fotopolis, in Poland. "Event Horizon" is the artist's fourth book of aerial photography. All the images, taken during the gyrocopter flight from a height of around 150 metres, give access to the most intimate parts of Kowalski's soul, revealing his introspective approach... -
Black & White vs. Colour
The comparison between black and white and colour photography has been a topic of discussion among photographers and photography enthusiasts for many years. Both techniques have their own unique characteristics and capabilities, and the choice between them often depends on the photographer's artistic vision and intended emotional impact. -
Michael Oliver Love | Q&A
Michael Oliver Love's fashion photography shows Black women with sensual figures and men wearing jewellery, make-up and high heels, breaking away from conventional norms to present raw beauty. His aim is to present an alternative view of beauty that differs from the typical representation in major fashion magazines. Love's work explores the intersection of femininity and masculinity, presenting a new,... -
Ileana Moro | Portfolio
Ileana Moro was born in 1992 in Costa Rica. She is a self-taught artist currently based in Antwerp. Moro’s artworks are recognised mainly for her painting in dark tones wanting to expose the depths and layers of experiences as an instinctive relationship to the invisible things, the border between life and the mystery. -
The Art of Collecting Books: Tsundoku
Tsundoku is a Japanese word that originates from the Edo period. It's a combination of three Japanese words that mean "to stack and leave unread" and it was originally used to describe the habit of buying and hoarding books. Today, the term is used to describe anyone who has a habit of buying and accumulating books without reading them. -
Mindfulness & Art
Mindfulness and art have a deep and interconnected relationship. Mindfulness is the practice of being present in the moment, paying attention to one's thoughts, feelings, and surroundings with an open and non-judgmental attitude. Art, on the other hand, is a form of self-expression that allows individuals to explore their emotions and experiences. -
Roman Vlasov | Portfolio
In such desolate locations, the architect Roman Vlasov explores new "solely architecture" with tasteful and precise details, embracing the sensation of natural embracement. The simple yet efficient architectural elements of the structure are revealed in a series of stunning architectural graphics by Roman Vlasov. In a longitudinal building, Vlasov's architectural concepts are built on the contrast of natural and man-made... -
Contemporary Japanese Photography
Contemporary Japanese photography is a diverse and vibrant field, encompassing a wide range of styles and subjects. From traditional landscapes and portraiture to experimental and avant-garde approaches, Japanese photographers are constantly pushing the boundaries of the medium. -
Relationship between minimal art and Zen philosophy
The advent of minimalism in the middle of the 19th century revolutionised design, architecture, and music. Extreme simplicity and sparingness are characteristics of minimalism as a design philosophy. It was initially influenced by Japanese architecture, which included elements of Zen Buddhism into its design. -
Oskar Holweck | Portfolio
Oskar Holweck used a variety of techniques to bend, crumple, fold, press, squeeze, stretch, score, tear, slit, cut, saw, singe, and burn white paper, which was a single object to which he applied all of his artistic abilities. He examined the fundamental procedures of artistic creation and the crucial characteristics of his medium in serial repeats with the focus of... -
Arquitectura-G | Portfolio
A Barcelona-based architectural firm named ARQUITECTURA-G was established in 2006. In their pursuit of humane architecture, they work with the best solutions that are specially developed. Their present work comprises international projects of distinctive renovations and new constructions, and they have extensive experience renovating old structures. Their work has garnered numerous honours and accolades, most notably the 2015 Emerging Architect... -
Winter Getaways
Each one of these houses replicates the format of a traditional chalet, which farmers would have used to keep animals in a barn on the ground floor, with a level above for storing feed and an upper story for living. Instead of focusing on unnecessary decor and accessories, these winter getaways express only the features that were essential to the building... -
Casper Faassen | Portfolio
Casper Faassen (b. 1975) is a painter and photographer who lives and works in Leiden, The Netherlands. The main theme of his work is beauty. The silent, eternal and beautiful is set against a background of apparent decay: Vanitas. His photographs are built up like paintings with different imaginary and physical layers, giving the viewer a feeling of distance and... -
The use of geometric shapes and forms in minimal art
Geometric forms are used in many different art forms for a variety of reasons. Cubism, which was developed in France and Spain between 1907 and 1914, is one of the most well-known abstract movements. Vorticism (1912–1915) was developed in England, followed by Russian Suprematism (1915–1923), Bauhaus (1919–1933), 1950s Swiss Design, and, of course, 1960s and 1970s minimalism and 1980s–present fractal...
