Handmade Art Prints by Strawberryluna

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A reminder to get out and vote — a poster by printmakers and fellow Pittsburghers, Allison & Craig of strawberryluna. For more of strawberryluna’s work, visit the links below: Instagram: strawberryluna Etsy: strawberryluna

Printmaking by Heinrich Toh

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Heinrich Toh is a mixed media artist whose work combines several printmaking techniques, including collagraphs, monotypes, paper-lithography and image transfers. He does not recreate reproductions — making each piece completely unique. I love the layering and surprising textures that are created by the various printmaking techniques Heinrich employs. For me, Heinrich’s work is a reminder to push design beyond the … Read More

Drawings by Ambivalently Yours

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Today, I’d like to share the work of Ambivalently Yours, the pseudonym of a Canadian artist. She pairs powerful language and imagery around themes of political resistance, feminist questions, and conflicting emotions. The words, visuals, and intent of her work are all powerful on their own, but when combined they deliver one heck of a gut punch packaged in pink. … Read More

Paintings by Carolyn Gavin

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Here are some words for whoever needs them… For more of Carolyn Gavin’s work, visit the links below: Instagram: carolynj Website: carolyngavin.com

International Year of Astronomy Prints by Simon Page

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When I was a design student, myself and other students were asked often what artists inspired us. It didn’t take long for me to realize that “uh… van Gogh?” wasn’t an acceptable answer. In fact, I began to realize that the answer to this question was an easy way to separate who was passionate about design from who wasn’t. One … Read More

Abstract Embroidery by Daniela Cermenati

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When I was 13, I wanted to learn to sew. I soon discovered that I didn’t really have a desire to sew, but I did have a love for collecting fabrics. Thus began a knowing appreciation for textiles and the textures and colors that create them. 2020, while many things, has also been a year for new hobbies. I’ve been … Read More