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Top 8 Sites that Showcase the Best Surreal Art

There is arguably no style of art more eclectic, thought-provoking, and inspiring than surrealism. Since its rise, nearly a century ago, the art form that puts peculiarities and uncommon juxtapositions on the forefront has expanded to various forms of art including paintings, illustrations, sculptures, and photography. It has even branched out into the realm of street and pop art,…

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Added by Pinar on August 22, 2012 at 11:30am — No Comments

Thibaud Herem Paper Art

Thibaud Herem Paper Art - Phantoms

These paper art projects were created by Thibaud Herem. They were created using a system of interactive popup boxes. You can see more of his work here.

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Thibaud Herem Paper Art - Phantoms

Thibaud Herem Paper Art - Smoke

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Added by Kevin Chung on June 7, 2009 at 2:58pm — No Comments

Banana Oxidation Art

Australian artist Jun Gil Park has the unique talent of carving drawings into bananas! He allows the natural oxidation of the scraped skin to bring the image out. What an incredibly creative way of making food art!

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Added by Alyssa Anda on August 6, 2011 at 11:00am — 1 Comment

Damien Hirst's 100 Fish in Formaldehyde Fetch $2.8 Million

Could a sculpture containing 100 fish in formaldehyde actually be considered a work of art? You bet. Created by Damien Hirst in 1993, the cabinet called "Where Will It End" was just sold for $2.8 million on a preview day at FIAC (Foire Internationale d’Art Contemporain), France's biggest art fair. Crazy.

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Added by alice on October 21, 2011 at 9:30am — 1 Comment

Lowbrow Art: Pop Surrealism In San Diego

Looks like the Oceanside Museum of Art in San Diego, is jumping on the pop surrealist/lowbrow bandwagon. Jeez, who would have thought that this once completely underground art form would become so critically acclaimed? In any case, Lowbrow Art: Pop Surrealism in San Diego will feature art by Scott Saw (work above), Mary Fleener, Charles Glaubitz, Pamela Jaeger, Tim McCormick, Scrojo, Jason Sherry, Jen… Continue

Added by E on January 22, 2009 at 1:29pm — 4 Comments

Does Art Have a Legitimate Place in the Digital World?

Ten days ago, an important panel discussion took place called "Does art have a legitimate place in the digital world?" On the panel were two artists, an art collector and the Culture Editor from the Guardian.

Outset, an organization dedicated to supporting new art, put on the event and Marc Sands, Director of Audiences and Media at Tate, led the discussion. Listen to this highlights video to hear about how digital technologies are shaking up the art… Continue

Added by alice on March 24, 2011 at 12:00pm — No Comments

ART LA '09 Premier Tonight

Los Angeles is abuzzbuzzin' this afternoon, as ART LA 2009 kicks off tonight, Thursday, January 22nd. As an internationally acclaimed art-world event that has become one of the most significant annual cultural events in greater LA - thought this little event may of interest to a few of you art fans out there.

ART LA 2009 presents 60 of the top international and Los Angeles-based… Continue

Added by E on January 22, 2009 at 5:30pm — 7 Comments

Robotic Spiders invade Yokohama

A pair of giant robotic spiders designed and built by French performance art group La Machine have come to Yokohama to take part in the upcoming Expo Y150. Beautiful work that really takes art to the streets. More info here.

Added by Mark Huckabee on April 18, 2009 at 4:58pm — No Comments

The Body as Art: Miranda Kerr (7 pics)

Absolutely gorgeous photos have surfaced of Miranda Kerr nude. We've always felt that the body is the highest form of art and nowhere is this more apparent than in this photo set. She's absolutely stunning.…

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Added by alice on July 9, 2009 at 8:30pm — 1 Comment

"HELP HAITI" Art Fundraiser!

Tons of amazing artists are adding work to this listing. The only stipulation is that you must be willing to donate 100% of the proceeds from the sale of your work to Haiti. Spread the word! Check out more art, contribute, and purchase here.…

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Added by Yasmine Zalek on February 3, 2010 at 4:20am — No Comments

Amose: Illustration

The artist known simply as Amose was born in 1979 and currently lives and works in Lille, France. Amose works in various mediums including illustration, traditional painting, spray painting, and screen printing. To see more, visit Daily Art Fixx.

Added by Wendy Campbell on April 14, 2010 at 9:06pm — 1 Comment

Scott Campbell Dollar Art

Art for a Dollar

The above set of photos were created by laser etching stacks of $1 bills. They were exhibited at the O.H.W.O.W. gallery in Miami,Fl. The artist who created them was well known tattoo artist Scott…

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Added by Kevin Chung on May 4, 2009 at 9:38pm — No Comments

Art Event on the L Train

If you're up for celebrating art in an unconventional place, may I suggest you make your way to Chicago on August 7th? There you can join other art enthusiasts aboard the eight-car "L" train for an experience you won't forget. Art on Track is a mobile art experience that will take you around Chicago in a loop. The event is put on by SALVO NFP, a Chicago organization… Continue

Added by alice on July 11, 2010 at 6:00am — No Comments

Some Things Are Just Better at Night

Added by Will on February 16, 2009 at 2:26pm — 8 Comments

Silhouette Masterpiece Theatre.

Artwork by Wilhelm Staehle
www.silhouettemasterpiecetheatre.com

Added by Taylor Janni on May 31, 2009 at 6:54pm — No Comments

Rainbow Yarn and Stencil Street Art

Combining yarn and stencils in his latest installation, HOT + TEA takes street art to a crazy and cool new level. Mysteriously, not much is known about these pieces except that they're shot by Minneapolis, Minnesota-based photographer Thomas Dunning and that a timelapse will soon be released. Also, the one above took six hours to install.…

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Added by alice on June 29, 2011 at 9:00am — 2 Comments

Art in Lighting

More and more, I've been seeing these hanging light fixtures around hotels, in magazines. Absolutely beautiful!

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Added by alice on June 24, 2008 at 10:15am — No Comments

Art Is....

A powerful piece by graphic designer Josh Overton.

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Added by Eugene on April 26, 2010 at 9:30am — No Comments

Whimsical Art Installation at Art Basel Miami

We've been asked a few times if My Modern Met will be covering Art Basel this year. Though we'd love to check out all of the amazing art, due to time constraints, we're skipping it this year. One reason why I'd personally love to go is to see Friends With You's outdoor installation called Rainbow City.… Continue

Added by alice on November 30, 2010 at 8:30am — 5 Comments

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