Art


August 14, 2025

Oil Paintings Capture Bright Colors and Ornate Patterns of Traditional Mexican Garments

At the center of Yael Medrez Pierโ€™s paintings is a deep admiration for the creativity and resourcefulness of Indigenous women around Mexico. The Mexico City-born and based artist relies on eye-catching compositions that spotlight the traditional garments worn by members of different groups. Medrez Pierโ€™s colorful and ornate compositions may be alluring on their own, but they are ultimately a visual path to tell the life stories of her subjects.

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August 13, 2025

Superflat Meets Ecology in AYA TAKANOโ€™s Newest Solo Exhibition

Many sources of inspiration weave through AYA TAKANOโ€™s practice. Even the most casual viewer can recognize the artistโ€™s superflat aesthetic, manifesting as manga-like illustrations that prize two-dimensionality, playful graphics, and vibrant color palettes. That style is to be expectedโ€”after all, TAKANO studied under and still works with Takashi Murakami, who popularized the movement with his own art. What may be less expected, but no less influential, is TAKANOโ€™s fascination with ecology.

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August 9, 2025

Artist Draws From Architecture and Biology To Create Ceramic Homes for Bugs To Live in [Interview]

Biology and architecture may seem like two distant disciplines, but in the work of Raphaรซl Emine, they are an inseparable duo. The French artist creates elaborate ceramic sculptures with organic shapes. But aside from their unique aesthetic, what makes them stand out even more is their purpose. Filled with pathways and rooms, these artworks are meant to be taken over by insects and other small creatures as their homes.

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