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asteticas · 1 year
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UNKNOWN SOURCE®
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aegis-17 · 8 months
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One of my oldest fully digital pieces, and one i want to do more of. It was a big step forward for me. A fixed wing bomber of the Cacean republic, in the world of Lakeweaver. An Industrialized nation, roughly reaching the 1920s-1930s in development, with their roots in central american styled empires and revolution nearly a century before. A Lack of readily available and reachable crude oil led to their early electrical adaptation taking off. Most tech in their states tend to lean heavily electric, utilizing battery power for longer range travel. Their air force can be considered average for the time. their early 4 engined bomber more a focus of pushing their limits of heavy aircraft then offensive use at the point of its development. Yet for all their technological developments. Their lands and the jungles that sprawl around the bases of their mountain ridges and deep lake valleys hold many secrets about their past.
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artvinyl · 4 months
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Uncovered: PJ Harvey - I Inside the Old Year Dying
We continue to delve into the detail of the creative process for some of The Best Art Vinyl 2023 shortlisted album artworks and today we take a look at this seemingly simple cover design for PJ Harvey’s tenth studio album that, in fact, couldn’t be less so. The final image is actually a result of months of preparation, awaiting perfect weather conditions and a combination of multiple photographs and techniques. We were lucky enough to get the whole story from artist Michelle Henning.
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Henning’s background is in fine art, she started as a painter and installation artist. As well as being a Professor in Photography and Media in the School of the Arts at the University of Liverpool, Michelle works for PJ Harvey as art director/creative director, and as such is very much involved in decisions relating to many of the visual assets.
Michelle explained to us how the creative process starts and about her collaboration with PJ Harvey; “The way I approach the work is to listen to the music. Polly and I don’t discuss visual ideas at first, instead, she gives me everything to do with the album: recordings or demos, poems and lyrics, drawings and notes. I then immerse myself in it and try to get a feel for it and start working. I already had a way into it because I was familiar with her poetry book 'Orlam', which is connected to the album, and I had a strong sense of the world of the album. What matters most to me is trying to find a visual equivalent for the music, not to illustrate it or directly reference lyrics, but sense the atmosphere and convey that.”
Michelle elaborates, “In the case of ‘I Inside the Old Year Dying’, this album has a strange and interesting feel, on the one hand it’s about a twentieth century rural childhood, with references to Curly-Wurlys and Coca cola but also there are soldiers who appear from a much more ancient past, and there’s a strong presence of nature."
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PJ Harvey, I Inside the Old Year Dying concept gatefold (Copyright © Michelle Henning, 2023) with photographs by Steve Gullick and drawings by Polly Harvey
"I started by thinking I would try to put wildlife cameras in a forest, not to capture animals but to get infra-red photos of trees. So I did that for a while but I wasn’t satisfied with the results. Then I started to paint forests, but that didn’t feel right either."
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Early Forest concept ideas for PJ Harvey, I Inside the Old Year Dying (Copyright © Michelle Henning, 2023)
"I had a sudden realisation that I didn’t need a whole forest, I just needed one stick and such a simple single object would give it the feel of the classic album covers I admire. Now I realise an unconscious influence was Polly herself, because she had chosen to use drawings she had made of single twigs (“twiddicks”), to break up the sections in 'Orlam'."
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Orlam by PJ Harvey
"I think the idea of giving the stick a shadow emerged from the process of finding twigs on the ground and photographing them — the shadows seemed to bring them to life and make something very ordinary suddenly seem almost animate."
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Concept ideas for PJ Harvey, I Inside the Old Year Dying (Copyright © Michelle Henning, 2023)
"The back cover is a photograph of Polly by Steve Gullick, onto which I superimposed a scan of a tissue and plastic envelope, so it has a slightly battered, used look. I chose this photo because I loved the way her legs echoed the shape of the twig, and also how it could be cropped so that it seemed as if she was almost kicking the edge of the album away."
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Front and back cover artwork for PJ Harvey, I Inside the Old Year Dying (Copyright © Michelle Henning, 2023)
Michelle has produced three album covers and a number of singles for PJ Harvey as well as several for other artists, including for John Parish, Mazgani and Dot Allison. She works with a wide variety of techniques; photography, clay models, printmaking, drawing in ink and watercolour and moves between analogue and digital, with a lot of work in Adobe Photoshop, creating very complex layered files.
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Michelle Henning: PJ Harvey, Let England Shake (Island Records, 2011)
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Michelle Henning: PJ Harvey, A Dog Called Money 7" Single
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Centre label of Hope Six vinyl | PJ Harvey (Island Records 2016)
Expanding on her techniques for this current album cover artwork, Michelle tells us, “I photographed a lot of sticks in bright sunlight on different coloured and textured backgrounds. At a certain time in the afternoon the sun started to cast really interesting shadows. I remember Polly’s manager Sumit calling me and asking me when I would have something ready to show them, and I said I wouldn’t be ready until we had had more sunny weather. He was very patient with me but he must have wondered what on earth I was doing.”
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She continues, “The stick that worked best, that I felt had the most mysterious shadow, I then rephotographed under plastic. The final image is a composite of about three or maybe more photographs of this twig, both under the plastic and not. The orange sticker is based on the sticker stuck on this piece of plastic — which was a large transparent folder in which my film photographs were returned to me. I liked the way it brought a pop of colour to the cover.”  
"In Photoshop, I changed the lighting on the plastic, added more layers of plastic lighting, superimposed Polly’s handwriting onto the sticker, and created the fake embossed text in the centre (which is a mixture of hand-painted ink drawing and a lot of digital editing)."
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"The gatefold is a scan of a 1980s sticky photograph album complete with the blue lines of glue and the plastic layer, and the inner sleeve is based on photographs of red kitchen linoleum superimposed over photographs by Polly of a lamb and a forest. I did a rough layout for the body text and type, and then handed that over to Rob Crane of Rob Crane Design, who did a brilliant job of making the typography on the inside and back covers look elegant and balanced, and made all the files print-ready."
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Inner gatefold for PJ Harvey, I Inside the Old Year Dying (Copyright © Michelle Henning, 2023) with typesetting by Rob Crane, and photographs by Steve Gullick gatefold pic
Michelle told us she looked at a lot of great album covers when creating this artwork and there are subtle references to some of them, both in the inner gatefold and the front cover. She says, "I love the idea that there are record cover geeks like myself who like to figure out the echoes of other designs, so I won’t say what they are!" (two iconic late 60s LP covers spring to our record cover geeky minds!)
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Michelle Henning: PJ Harvey, I Inside the Old Year Dying concept (Copyright © Michelle Henning, 2023)
I Inside the Old Year Dying by PJ Harvey on Partisan Records is shortlisted for the Best Art Vinyl 2023 Award. Art Director, Design and front cover photography by Michelle Henning. Additional design and typesetting by Rob Crane.
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verum-artifex · 11 months
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The Art of Imagination: How Verum Artifex Serves Your Creative Needs
In a world where creativity is often confined to the boundaries of practicality, Verum Artifex stands as a beacon of limitless imagination. We believe that art is not just a product of thought, but a magnificent manifestation of the human spirit. It is this belief that fuels our mission: to serve your creative needs in ways that transcend the ordinary.
At Verum Artifex, we understand that every individual is a unique blend of ideas and inspirations. Our goal is to provide a platform where these ideas can take flight, transforming into tangible pieces of art that not only reflect your identity but also resonate with your soul.
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Unleashing the Power of Graphic Design
In the realm of graphic design, we strive to create visuals that speak volumes. Our designs are not just aesthetically pleasing, but they also carry a message, a story, a feeling. Whether it's a logo for your startup, a poster for your event, or a complete branding solution, we ensure that our designs capture the essence of your vision and communicate it effectively to your audience.
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Art That Speaks to You
Art, in its purest form, is a reflection of the self. At Verum Artifex, we offer a wide range of art pieces that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Each piece is a labor of love, crafted with utmost care and attention to detail. We hope that our art not only beautifies your space but also inspires you, evokes emotions, and sparks conversations.
Illustrating Your Ideas
Our illustration services are where your wildest ideas come to life. We believe that every story deserves to be told, and what better way to tell it than through captivating illustrations? From whimsical children's books to complex scientific concepts, our illustrations make your stories visually engaging and easy to understand.
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Your Imagination, Our Canvas
At the heart of Verum Artifex is a commitment to serve your creative needs. We believe that every individual holds a universe within them, a universe brimming with ideas, stories, and dreams. Our job is to provide the canvas where your imagination can unfold, creating art that is as unique and extraordinary as you.
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In the end, Verum Artifex is more than just a creative platform. It's a community of dreamers, creators, and art enthusiasts. It's a space where creativity is celebrated, ideas are nurtured, and imagination is limitless. So, step into the world of Verum Artifex, and let's embark on this creative journey together.
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olimariworks · 1 year
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POSTER DESIGN FOR DHMIS
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franknemick · 1 year
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My foray into wall sculpture is up and public on Artful homes webpage! Totally new territory for me and I'm excited! @artfulhome #artfulhome #ceramics #pottery #handthrown #art #design #contemporaryceramic #artanddesign #instapottery #handmade #livecolorfully #mycolorfullife #dailydesign #sculpture #wallart (at Frank Nemick artist at Man Dreaming) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqCBql3tFG3/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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natalieluss · 9 months
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cacpartmobile · 7 months
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Reflection on Renée Neblett Talk
Reflections on “Building Kokrobritey” 
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Renée Neblett’s talk on her work and mission with the Kokrobritey Institute was deeply moving. As someone who is passionate about sustainability and its connection with the arts, I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity to learn about eco-conscious art and design initiatives. I am a current fashion design student at MassArt, entering my final year. My approach to my studies has been hyper-focused on sustainable alternatives to the negative global impact of the fashion industry. I know that Ghana has been overwhelmingly impacted by imported second hand garments and textile waste, so I was curious to learn what the Kokrobitey Institute is doing to alleviate this issue. 
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The talk was eye-opening. Ms. Neblett has built an innovative educational program that trains community members, amplifies their creativity, lifts up local traditions, cherishes ancestral knowledge, and prepares the next generation of Ghanaian creators and changemakers. Kokrobitey takes trash out of the streets and landfills and transforms it into furniture, clothing, jewelry, home decor, and more. Advertisement banners become satchels and pouches, glass bottles become earrings and construction supplements, denim jeans become tapestries and furniture upholstery, and much more. With a sewing studio, a glass kiln, a woodworking shop, a medicinal and nutritional garden, all in a self-constructed building, Kokrobitey is an innovative example of holistic environmental sustainability, such that we should all strive to achieve within our own communities. 
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I was deeply inspired by this talk and the discussion afterwards. I look forward to learning much more about the Kokrobritey Institute and how I may someday be able to transform my vision for a cleaner, more just fashion industry into a broader positive movement to protect the environment and the culture that kept us near it.
— Heily Rivas, Fashion Design ‘24 – CACP Radical Welcomer/Office Assistant
Please check out the links below to learn about Renée and the African Renaissance. Other videos and information are available by visiting the Kokrobitey Institute website.African Renaissance. Other
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https://twyg.co.za/renee-neblett-on-why-we-need-an-african-renaissance-in-fashion/#:~:text=Social%20activist%20and%20founder%20of,Awards%20on%2017%20November%202022.
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giant-bears · 5 months
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Immerse yourself in the striking contrast of the 'Giant Bears' series.
Here, the deep marbled textures of the Black Stone Bear meet the reflective sheen of its Chrome counterpart, creating a visual dialogue that's as intriguing as it is elegant.
Set against the backdrop of a minimalist architectural masterpiece, these bears offer a bold statement in any space they grace 🖤
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colinrobertsart · 8 months
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Ghosts by Colin Roberts
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artbypatch · 1 year
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The past few months have been amazingly hectic. Last week I was able to take a minute and embrace Analog Week along with my students. Analog Week is our week long exercise in exploring traditional approaches to Art + Design and getting away from screens for a bit. I’ll share the finished design later but it was so wonderful studying the master @edemberley Swipe ▶️ for details. . . . . . . #posterdesign #cutpaper #cutpaperart #edemberley #edemberleybooks #penandink #penandinkdrawing #graphicdesign #artanddesign #arcadiacreates #pilotparallelpen #teachingartanddesign (at Arcadia University) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqBYURLpgNE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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asteticas · 1 year
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VIA @BERLIN.INTERIOR
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offerzone223 · 8 months
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Domestika Online Platforms
As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, Domestika is an online platform that offers a variety of creative courses taught by professionals in fields such as design, illustration, photography, animation, and more. Here are some key features and aspects of Domestika's online platform:
Courses: Domestika provides a wide range of courses covering creative disciplines such as graphic design, illustration, photography, animation, marketing, and more. These courses are video-based and include both practical skills and theoretical knowledge.
Instructors: The courses on Domestika are taught by industry professionals and experts. Many of the instructors are well-known figures in their respective fields, offering valuable insights and techniques.
Learning Format: Courses are typically broken down into various lessons, each with video content, assignments, and projects. Students can learn at their own pace and interact with other students and instructors through the platform's community features.
Community: Domestika encourages a sense of community among its users. Students can interact with each other through discussion forums, share their work, receive feedback, and engage in creative discussions.
Projects and Assignments: Courses often include hands-on projects and assignments that allow students to apply what they've learned. This practical approach helps reinforce learning and build a portfolio of work.
Certification: Upon completing a course, students receive a certificate of completion, which can be valuable for showcasing new skills to potential employers or clients.
Subscription Model: Domestika offers a subscription plan called "Domestika Pro" that provides access to all courses, additional content, and exclusive benefits. This subscription model is separate from individual course purchases.
Languages: Courses on Domestika are available in multiple languages, making it accessible to a diverse international audience.
Online Platform: All of Domestika's courses and content are accessible through their website, making it convenient for users to learn from anywhere with an internet connection.
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Please note that there may have been changes or developments in Domestika's offerings since my last update. I recommend visiting Domestika's official website for the most current and detailed information about their online platform, course offerings, and features.
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gabyacevedoarte · 1 year
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Obra realizada por pedido 🖌🙌 Título: "Hergé" Medida: 45cm x 32cm Técnica mixta sobre papel de 300gs. . #collage #collageart #acrylicpaint #tintin #hergé #mixtechnique #contemporaryartwork #españa #alicante #alicantearteycultura #artgallery #artanddesign #madrid #miami #usa #uk #france #belgium #denmark #norway #mexico #argentina  #gabyacevedoarte (en Spain, Alicante) https://www.instagram.com/p/CkqNmyVNPEn/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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glamwood-interiors · 1 year
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Sun-Kissed Interiors: Maximize Natural Light in Style!
Let the sun shine in! 🌞✨ Maximize natural light with stunning interior designs. Natural light not only illuminates your space but also enhances the overall ambiance and creates a warm, inviting atmosphere. Here are a few tips to maximize natural light in your home: 1️⃣ Opt for light-colored walls and furniture to reflect sunlight and brighten up your space. 2️⃣ Choose sheer curtains or blinds that allow sunlight to filter through. 3️⃣ Place mirrors strategically to bounce light around the room. 4️⃣ Incorporate skylights or large windows to bring in ample sunlight. 5️⃣ Use light and airy fabrics for upholstery and accessories.
Transform your home into a bright and airy haven with these simple yet effective interior design techniques by Glamwood Interiors! ✨🏡
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olimariworks · 10 months
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Bring Me the Horizon Poster.
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