Surfaces
Where color meets memory. Marks, gestures, textures—held in place like a feeling you can touch.
I Painted the Same Thing for a Year and It Was Never the Same Thing
I Painted the Same Thing for a Year and It Was Never the Same Thing
by Akiko Amora
I should say upfront that I did not choose this subject. The subject showed up. There is a difference and it matters for everything that follows.
The first morning I was not awake in any meaningful sense. I was vertical, which in a studio where the paint is always within reach and the canvas is always already there is more or less the same as working. It was early in a way I find personally objectionable.
The Politics of Gloss: On Slippery Surfaces and the Future of Finish
The Politics of Gloss: On Slippery Surfaces and the Future of Finish
The world is getting glossier.
Our objects shimmer. Our screens shine. Our faces are filtered into gleam. We live surrounded by luminous skins—polished, plated, perfected—each one promising more than it reveals.
The Beauty and Mystery of Prehistoric Cave Art Inspires Contemporary Artists
Reviving the Legacy of Prehistoric Art: Contemporary Artists Pay Homage to Ancient Traditions
Cave paintings have fascinated and captivated people for centuries. They provide a glimpse into the world of our ancient ancestors and their daily lives, beliefs, and practices. Here are some interesting facts about cave paintings that showcase their beauty and the innovative techniques used to create them.