Neo-Gothic Design and Its Timeless Appeal
Neo-Gothic design adapts Gothic Revival architecture, ornament, textiles, furniture, and interiors for contemporary decorative arts.Read More →
January 31, 2025
150 Years Of Decorative And Applied Arts have brought forth a plethora of artistic movements and styles that have shaped how we perceive and appreciate art today. From the ornate designs of the Art Nouveau movement to the sleek lines of Art Deco, decorative art reflects society’s values and tastes. On the other hand, applied art has focused on the functionality and practicality of design, with examples ranging from furniture to fashion.
Throughout history, artists have used various mediums to express their creativity, including ceramics, glassware, textiles, and metalwork. The influence of decorative and applied art can be seen in many aspects of our daily lives, from the architecture of buildings to the products we use. As we continue to evolve as a society, so will our appreciation for these art forms.
Neo-Gothic design adapts Gothic Revival architecture, ornament, textiles, furniture, and interiors for contemporary decorative arts.Read More →
Hiroshi Yoshida, an influential 20th-century Japanese artist, skillfully blended Eastern and Western art styles through woodblock prints, influencing global artistic movements and leaving a lasting legacy.Read More →
This post shares a collection of motivational quotes for designers intended to spark creativity, innovation, and an appreciation for the craft. The quotes cover themes such as process, craftsmanship, perspective, vision, timelessness, and designer’s life.Read More →
A suspected lost masterpiece by Caravaggio, “Judith and Holofernes,” found under an old mattress, was sold privately before auction amid debates on its authenticity and potential origin from Caravaggio’s notable collaborator, Louis Finson.Read More →
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 →
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 →
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 →