The Refined | The home of Refined Design Inspiration » Art http://www.the-refined.com Just another WordPress weblog Sat, 12 Dec 2009 02:34:00 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 The Art of – Barry Underwood http://www.the-refined.com/2009/12/the-art-of-barry-underwood/ http://www.the-refined.com/2009/12/the-art-of-barry-underwood/#comments Sat, 12 Dec 2009 02:31:18 +0000 Refinery http://www.the-refined.com/?p=862 barry_underwood_02
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Something really nice about the simplicity of Barry Underwoods photographs. Ive seen a lot of art that fuses nature and modernity in similar ways, but its usually really overdone. There is a nice subtlety to Barrys work that almost makes you believe that these man made objects are actually part of the naturally formed environment.

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One of the most amazing forms of art making I’ve ever seen. Stunning!

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We have similar projected lighting effects on buildings in Sydney – some of which are quite striking visually, but certainly nothing like this!!

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Whilst I don’t love all of Mark Jenkins’ work, these public installations using dummy’s to challenge and question social ediquate in public spaces did grab my attention. His website also has some interesting videos, capturing the response to some of these works.

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Stunning video piece by Esteban Diacono. Inspired by the music of Olafur Arnalds, this is a must see!

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This is just a very simple t-shirt design I came across. I just like the way it tells a story with so much simplicity. For those simple folk (like me) that don’t get it straight away – the balloon keeps on falling for real pricks!

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As well as being an acclaimed artist, Robert Longo has directed numerous rock videos for artists such as R.E.M., and co-directed and designed the set and costumes for numerous operas. Quite a talent!

Great photos by The Selby.

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These stunning underwater worlds created by Yang Yi, really captured my imagination. I am mystified as to how they were achieved, but the execution is flawless. Love it!

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Great playful book covers by Gregg Kulick

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