Photojournalist Huguette Roe captures that metamorphosis in her series “Recycle,” which explores the afterlife of bottles, cans and other packaging destined to be reborn for reuse. Over the course of two years, the Belgian-born, U.S.-based Roe visited more than 100 recycling centers in the U.S. and France, photographing bales of recyclables, sorted and smashed together for the journey to the processing plant.
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Photojournalist Huguette Roe captures that metamorphosis in her series “Recycle,” which explores the afterlife of bottles, cans and other packaging destined to be reborn for reuse. Over the course of two years, the Belgian-born, U.S.-based Roe visited more than 100 recycling centers in the U.S. and France, photographing bales of recyclables, sorted and smashed together for the journey to the processing plant.

Source: NPR

Reflections by Rasher Mark Kavanagh Rasher Mark Kavanagh was born in 1977 in the seaside town of Bray, Co. Wicklow. He attended St. Killian’s School and St. Thomas’ VEC. Rasher is a self-taught artist working in his preferred medium of oil paint. After attracting interest with several self-mounted shows, he held successful solo shows in Dublin and Los Angeles, gaining international publicity and appearances on the Late Late Show. He has firmly established himself as one of the most interesting painters of his generation. He continues to strive for more challenging ideas and techniques in painting. His principal subject has always been the human figure in its natural environment, often solitary, treated with a vivid directness. Rasher takes influences from all the painters that have gone before him as well as his contemporaries. “We are really only an extension of what has gone before us. We are not original, we are only unique”.
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Reflections by Rasher Mark Kavanagh


Rasher Mark Kavanagh was born in 1977 in the seaside town of Bray, Co. Wicklow.
He attended St. Killian’s School and St. Thomas’ VEC.

Rasher is a self-taught artist working in his preferred medium of oil paint.
After attracting interest with several self-mounted shows, he held successful solo shows in Dublin and Los Angeles, gaining international publicity and appearances on the Late Late Show.
He has firmly established himself as one of the most interesting painters of his generation. He continues to strive for more challenging ideas and techniques in painting.

His principal subject has always been the human figure in its natural environment, often solitary, treated with a vivid directness. Rasher takes influences from all the painters that have gone before him as well as his contemporaries. “We are really only an extension of what has gone before us. We are not original, we are only unique”.

What the brain draws from: Art and neuroscience Pablo Picasso once said, “We all know that Art is not truth. Art is a lie that makes us realize truth, at least the truth that is given us to understand. The artist must know the manner whereby to convince others of the truthfulness of his lies.” If we didn’t buy in to the “lie” of art, there would obviously be no galleries or exhibitions, no art history textbooks or curators; there would not have been cave paintings or Egyptian statues or Picasso himself. Yet, we seem to agree as a species that it’s possible to recognize familiar things in art and that art can be pleasing. To explain why, look no further than the brain. The human brain is wired in such a way that we can make sense of lines, colors and patterns on a flat canvas. Artists throughout human history have figured out ways to create illusions such as depth and brightness that aren’t actually there but make works of art seem somehow more real. And while individual tastes are varied and have cultural influences, the brain also seems to respond especially strongly to certain artistic conventions that mimic what we see in nature. Article Continues at Link
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What the brain draws from: Art and neuroscience

Pablo Picasso once said, “We all know that Art is not truth. Art is a lie that makes us realize truth, at least the truth that is given us to understand. The artist must know the manner whereby to convince others of the truthfulness of his lies.”

If we didn’t buy in to the “lie” of art, there would obviously be no galleries or exhibitions, no art history textbooks or curators; there would not have been cave paintings or Egyptian statues or Picasso himself. Yet, we seem to agree as a species that it’s possible to recognize familiar things in art and that art can be pleasing.

To explain why, look no further than the brain.

The human brain is wired in such a way that we can make sense of lines, colors and patterns on a flat canvas. Artists throughout human history have figured out ways to create illusions such as depth and brightness that aren’t actually there but make works of art seem somehow more real.

And while individual tastes are varied and have cultural influences, the brain also seems to respond especially strongly to certain artistic conventions that mimic what we see in nature.

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Minnesota Teacher Creates Breathtaking Works of Art on His Classroom Whiteboard When Gregory Euclide’s students returned from lunch break, the dry erase boards in their classroom weren’t covered with complex math equations or essay prompts about what motivates Hamlet. Instead, students were met with stunning black-and-white masterpieces, painted by Mr. Euclide over the span of a twenty-five minute break, using little more than Sumi ink, paper towels, brushes, and a spray bottle. However, when it came time to erase the boards to restart class, the students despaired at the loss of such beauty. As such, Euclide recreated his whiteboard paintings on 16 x 20 Hahnemühle Photo Rag paper, now available printed, signed, and mounted as a complete collection called Laid Down & Wiped Away. The Minnesota teacher, who holds both BFA and MFA degrees, did the front and back album cover art for the rock band Bon Iver and has been actively displaying his work in galleries since 2005. Via The Daily Mail and Gregory Euclide. My students were shocked when I would erase the original, because they saw it firsthand, and they were disturbed that it was destroyed … People who do not see the original have no problem only looking at it on a screen or as a print, but once you see the original it is hard to let it go or believe that it could be destroyed.”
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Minnesota Teacher Creates Breathtaking Works of Art on His Classroom Whiteboard

When Gregory Euclide’s students returned from lunch break, the dry erase boards in their classroom weren’t covered with complex math equations or essay prompts about what motivates Hamlet. Instead, students were met with stunning black-and-white masterpieces, painted by Mr. Euclide over the span of a twenty-five minute break, using little more than Sumi ink, paper towels, brushes, and a spray bottle.

However, when it came time to erase the boards to restart class, the students despaired at the loss of such beauty. As such, Euclide recreated his whiteboard paintings on 16 x 20 Hahnemühle Photo Rag paper, now available printed, signed, and mounted as a complete collection called Laid Down & Wiped Away. The Minnesota teacher, who holds both BFA and MFA degrees, did the front and back album cover art for the rock band Bon Iver and has been actively displaying his work in galleries since 2005. Via The Daily Mail and Gregory Euclide.

My students were shocked when I would erase the original, because they saw it firsthand, and they were disturbed that it was destroyed … People who do not see the original have no problem only looking at it on a screen or as a print, but once you see the original it is hard to let it go or believe that it could be destroyed.”

Coffee Bean Mural Despite the fact that we’re looking at a million coffee beans, we can leave the French press and demitasse at home. These beans are not headed for the pot but rather have become part of a massive 323 sq. ft. Gorky Park mural—yes, a mural—done by Russian artist Arkady Kim and his team of assistants. In order to achieve the differentiation required to complete the mosaic titled Awakening, the nearly 400 lb. of beans were roasted to the desired shade and glued into place one at a time. Beyond the beauty of the massive installation—a woman’s face as she enjoys the enticing aroma of coffee—Kim mosaic’d his way into the Guinness Book of World Records for the world’s largest coffee bean mural. Reportedly the beans were on display until July 1, and then donated to a Russian coffee company.
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Coffee Bean Mural

Despite the fact that we’re looking at a million coffee beans, we can leave the French press and demitasse at home. These beans are not headed for the pot but rather have become part of a massive 323 sq. ft. Gorky Park mural—yes, a mural—done by Russian artist Arkady Kim and his team of assistants. In order to achieve the differentiation required to complete the mosaic titled Awakening, the nearly 400 lb. of beans were roasted to the desired shade and glued into place one at a time. Beyond the beauty of the massive installation—a woman’s face as she enjoys the enticing aroma of coffee—Kim mosaic’d his way into the Guinness Book of World Records for the world’s largest coffee bean mural. Reportedly the beans were on display until July 1, and then donated to a Russian coffee company.

Advice for Artist | MBA Online

General Information on a Career in Art

There are many options when it comes to a career in art. Whether your specialty is painting, drawing, cartooning, pottery, digital art and beyond, one of the necessary keys to success is finding a way to get your work out to the people who want it. Traditional options include art galleries and exhibitions as well as modern-day online possibilities such as websites, e-commerce stores and more. Some artists even choose to stretch the boundaries of their field with moving installations and pieces built directly into natural or urban environments. Discovering your niche and market will be the first step to a career in art. Unfortunately, almost all artists face common hurdles of criticism, creative blocks and lack of resources. Here are some resources to help artists succeed in their challenging industry.

Check out the resources at: http://www.mbaonline.com/advice-for-artist/

Art competition helps cancer patients tell their stories The American Cancer Society reports that there are nearly 12 million cancer survivors alive today in the U.S. alone. In addition, there are millions more who love and care for them. The common thread that unites them is the fact that each person is on a cancer journey with a story to tell that can inspire others. Lilly Oncology On Canvas: Expressions of a Cancer Journey is a biennial art competition that invites individuals from the United States and Puerto Rico, diagnosed with any type of cancer - as well as their families, friends, caregivers and healthcare providers - to express, through art and narrative, the life-affirming changes that give their cancer journeys meaning. Presented by Lilly Oncology and the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS), the 2012 competition is now underway, with entries due by June 29, 2012. Since the competition’s inception in 2004, more than 3,600 individuals have shared their journeys. Much of the submitted artwork has traveled across the United States and Puerto Rico in exhibitions at cancer centers, hospitals and patient advocacy groups that have inspired thousands of people along the way. “We are whole people, comprised of biological, spiritual, emotional and psychological parts,” said Richard Payne, M.D., NCCS Immediate Past Chair, and an internationally known expert in the areas of pain relief, care for those near death, oncology and neurology. “Oncology On Canvas(SM) recognizes this fact by providing anyone affected by cancer with a platform to express often unspoken emotions, resulting in artwork that moves and inspires.”   “If you or someone you care for has heard the three words, ‘You have cancer,’ then you know firsthand that cancer can change the lives of patients and everyone around them,” said Newt Crenshaw, vice president, Lilly Oncology.   “Lilly Oncology On Canvas has become an important way for cancer patients, oncologists, oncology nurses and so many others to share their stories of hope and despair, loss and survival, and countless other emotions.” The 2012 competition invites entries from three categories: person diagnosed with cancer; family member, friend or caregiver; and healthcare professional. Original artwork that depicts one’s cancer journey can be submitted in one of six media: watercolor, oil, pastel, photography, acrylic or mixed media. The artwork must be accompanied by a narrative that describes the cancer journey depicted in the artwork. Winners in 24 categories will be chosen by an independent panel of judges. Prizes consist of donations to cancer-related charities selected by the winners, ranging from $1,000 to $10,000. For more information about Lilly Oncology On Canvas, including official rules, entry forms and a gallery of previous entries, visit www.LillyOncologyOnCanvas.com. The website also has useful videos that explain each of the categories, as well as “getting started” videos. You may also call 1-866-991-LOOC (5662) or e-mail artdirector@mylooc.com with questions. To learn more about cancer survivorship tools and resources, visit the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) website at www.canceradvocacy.org. So get your canvases, paintbrushes and cameras ready - the subject is cancer and you are the storyteller. And, remember, you don’t have to be a professional artist or writer. It’s the sharing of the story that counts.
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Art competition helps cancer patients tell their stories

The American Cancer Society reports that there are nearly 12 million cancer survivors alive today in the U.S. alone. In addition, there are millions more who love and care for them.

The common thread that unites them is the fact that each person is on a cancer journey with a story to tell that can inspire others.

Lilly Oncology On Canvas: Expressions of a Cancer Journey is a biennial art competition that invites individuals from the United States and Puerto Rico, diagnosed with any type of cancer - as well as their families, friends, caregivers and healthcare providers - to express, through art and narrative, the life-affirming changes that give their cancer journeys meaning. Presented by Lilly Oncology and the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS), the 2012 competition is now underway, with entries due by June 29, 2012.

Since the competition’s inception in 2004, more than 3,600 individuals have shared their journeys. Much of the submitted artwork has traveled across the United States and Puerto Rico in exhibitions at cancer centers, hospitals and patient advocacy groups that have inspired thousands of people along the way.

“We are whole people, comprised of biological, spiritual, emotional and psychological parts,” said Richard Payne, M.D., NCCS Immediate Past Chair, and an internationally known expert in the areas of pain relief, care for those near death, oncology and neurology. “Oncology On Canvas(SM) recognizes this fact by providing anyone affected by cancer with a platform to express often unspoken emotions, resulting in artwork that moves and inspires.”  

“If you or someone you care for has heard the three words, ‘You have cancer,’ then you know firsthand that cancer can change the lives of patients and everyone around them,” said Newt Crenshaw, vice president, Lilly Oncology.   “Lilly Oncology On Canvas has become an important way for cancer patients, oncologists, oncology nurses and so many others to share their stories of hope and despair, loss and survival, and countless other emotions.”

The 2012 competition invites entries from three categories: person diagnosed with cancer; family member, friend or caregiver; and healthcare professional. Original artwork that depicts one’s cancer journey can be submitted in one of six media: watercolor, oil, pastel, photography, acrylic or mixed media. The artwork must be accompanied by a narrative that describes the cancer journey depicted in the artwork. Winners in 24 categories will be chosen by an independent panel of judges. Prizes consist of donations to cancer-related charities selected by the winners, ranging from $1,000 to $10,000.

For more information about Lilly Oncology On Canvas, including official rules, entry forms and a gallery of previous entries, visit www.LillyOncologyOnCanvas.com. The website also has useful videos that explain each of the categories, as well as “getting started” videos. You may also call 1-866-991-LOOC (5662) or e-mail artdirector@mylooc.com with questions. To learn more about cancer survivorship tools and resources, visit the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) website at www.canceradvocacy.org.

So get your canvases, paintbrushes and cameras ready - the subject is cancer and you are the storyteller. And, remember, you don’t have to be a professional artist or writer. It’s the sharing of the story that counts.

‘Museum therapist’ challenges idea of art STORY HIGHLIGHTS Conceptual artist Fred Wilson has built a career challenging people to “rethink history” After more than 30 years, his focus is taking a turn from the critical to the more poetic He has juxtaposed whipping posts and salon chairs, klan hoods and baby carriages New show combines slave-made bricks with letters, art of celebrated African-Americans
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‘Museum therapist’ challenges idea of art


STORY HIGHLIGHTS
  • Conceptual artist Fred Wilson has built a career challenging people to “rethink history”
  • After more than 30 years, his focus is taking a turn from the critical to the more poetic
  • He has juxtaposed whipping posts and salon chairs, klan hoods and baby carriages
  • New show combines slave-made bricks with letters, art of celebrated African-Americans

Source: CNN