Though she graduated from Pratt Institute only in 2012, rising artist Alessandra Maria is already making waves with her delicate, mixed-media artworks. Exploring the connection between femininity and nature, Alessandra Maria's work depicts long-haired, pouting figures adorned with gold leaf-laden flower petals and butterflies. The work has a surprisingly melancholy air about it: The characters are presented to us naked and vulnerable, fearful of our gaze. These characters are obscured by elements of nature almost as if they are using them for protection, whether emotional or physical. Take a look at some of Alessandra Maria's work after the jump.
This exhibition explores how Art Nouveau, characterised by its curvilinear elegance and organic forms inspired by nature, dominated the cultural scene.
As a mystic and guide, everything Julie Piatt aka “SriMati” does is a spiritual offering. Including SriMu, her incredibly delicious plant-based cheese company on a sacred mission to elevate our health and the health of the planet. With such a reverence for food’s ability to transform our physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, Julie cooks in total devotion. In our conversation today, Julie shares more about this connection between food and spirituality and how we too can infuse our food with higher healing power. Consider this your introduction to spiritually connected cooking.
Though she graduated from Pratt Institute only in 2012, rising artist Alessandra Maria is already making waves with her delicate, mixed-media artworks. Exploring the connection between femininity and nature, Alessandra Maria's work depicts long-haired, pouting figures adorned with gold leaf-laden flower petals and butterflies. The work has a surprisingly melancholy air about it: The characters are presented to us naked and vulnerable, fearful of our gaze. These characters are obscured by elements of nature almost as if they are using them for protection, whether emotional or physical. Take a look at some of Alessandra Maria's work after the jump.
The ethereal realm of Greek mythology has blessed humanity with countless tales of gods, heroes, and mystical beings. Among them, the Muses stand tall as the embodiments of inspiration, wisdom, and creativity. In ancient cultures,
Artist Rithika Merchant draws on myriad references from the specific to the universal to create surreal, mythical works.
The climb through the Guggenheim’s retrospective of the late abstract painter’s work feels like a secular pilgrimage.
Artist Rithika Merchant draws on myriad references from the specific to the universal to create surreal, mythical works.
The ethereal realm of Greek mythology has blessed humanity with countless tales of gods, heroes, and mystical beings. Among them, the Muses stand tall as the embodiments of inspiration, wisdom, and creativity. In ancient cultures,
Nike and Jacquemus have teamed up for their third collection, blending sport and style with Parisian inspiration and Nike’s athletes as muses. The NRG Track Jacket boasts an asymmetrical design for a bold and stylish look. Crafted from nylon with a water-repellent coating, it includes a webbed strap with an adjustable slider for a personalised off-the-shoulder fit. The two-way zipper offers styling versatility, and the co-branded hardware celebrates both Nike and Jacquemus. - Limit of one pair per customer- Nike and Jacquemus collaboration - Nylon with crinkled texture - Water-repellent finish - Asymmetrical design - Two-way zip closure with Swoosh zip puller - Long, oversized sleeves - Webbed strap with adjustable slider- Contrast piping - Loose fit Note: International shipping is not available for this item. Materials:Body: 100% Nylon. Lining: 100% Polyester. Care:Cold machine wash. Sizing:Item fits true to size. Model wears a size S and is 178cm/5'10".
