Surreal futuristic illustrations by Oska
Oska is a graphic designer and illustrator from Montreal, Quebec, Canada. He has developed an original style of surreal-futuristic compositionsRead More →
January 31, 2025
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Oska is a graphic designer and illustrator from Montreal, Quebec, Canada. He has developed an original style of surreal-futuristic compositionsRead More →
In 2015, paper artist Cristian Marianciuc set an ambitious goal for himself: to complete 1,000 origami cranes in 1,000 days. Since achieving this objective, Marianciuc has continued crafting the cranes, culminating in a growing collection of equally elaborate and increasingly experimental paper sculptures.Read More →
Yumi Kitagishi is a Tokyo-based illustrator known for her striking harmony of colors, hand-drawn style, and imaginative characters, reminiscent of children’s picture books. One of her specialties is her creation of full, rich, miniature worlds.Read More →
In 2021, Pantone selected two colors, Ultimate Gray and Illuminating, symbolizing resilience and optimism, reflecting a collective desire for stability amidst global challenges. Read More →
I remember watching “Vision Quest” at the George Street, Cinemas during a stopover in Sydney travelling home to Canberra from boarding school in Brisbane. It was released in Australia under the title “Crazy for You”. It did not rival the box office success of the “Karate Kid” at the time however it was a more accurate picture of teen life. I remember wanting to see it as I heard that Madonna had a brief appearance singing, “Crazy for You.”Read More →
Mária Švarbová’s photographs explore swimming pools as designed, still spaces, where young swimmers exhibit restraint and emotional distance, evoking reflection on structure and cultural memory.Read More →
Children will see how Matisse used nothing but paper and scissors to create simple shapes like squares, leaves and birdsRead More →
Lorna Scobie’s “365 Days of Art in Nature” encourages readers to explore creativity through nature-focused activities, fostering mindfulness and appreciation for the environment while nurturing artistic potential.Read More →
The hardware store visit led to an exploration of warm and cool colors. Blue and green evoke calm, while red, orange, and yellow bring energy and excitement.Read More →
Robin Weissenborn, a Bauhaus University designer, creates impactful typographic posters characterized by distorted text, minimalist aesthetics, and dynamic compositions that challenge traditional design principles.Read More →