Manipulation of currency in any form is illegal. Even a simple doodle could technically land you in hot water. So any art form that defaces currency is definitely a rebellious one. Perhaps a way of sticking it to the man! This fact makes James Charles’ dollar bill art, all the richer. The symbolism of money paired with pop-culture can really get you thinking about cash in a different way than you are used to. You might say that Charles’ currency has more to do with thought than economics. It is too bad that our everyday currency can’t be this original! Source ..read more

Okuda San Miguel is at it again using his signature style to turn abandoned churches into colorful skate parks. This one is an abandoned Moroccan church and features a 360 degree mural covering the complete structure. The project, titled “11 Mirages to Freedom”, is marked by geometrically-shaped bears, and human faces, which were initially produced as part of the British Council’s Street Art Caravane Initiative. The windows of the church are cleverly and seamlessly incorporated into the murals on all 11 faces. Watch San Miguel’s video below, and follow him on ..read more

Working under the name Bedelgeuse, mixed media artist Travis Bedel uses collage to create unique combinations of anatomy and botany. Whether it’s skulls and cacti, or lungs and flowers, there is something both strange and beautiful about these pieces. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, the artist uses illustrations from science guides and textbooks to integrate with anatomical imagery. Working with both cut-paper and digital college, the artist’s colorful compositions are surreal scientific mash-ups. Source ..read more

Mike Lee has a series of illustrations portraying a toy-ish figure in all sorts of situations. Mike Lee draws figures and scenes in miniature with a black and white color scheme. He creates figures that showcase emotions and situations familiar and yet extremely simplified. To do this, he uses graphite, paper, pen, ink, and a variety of other mediums to draw with and on. Mike draws miniature scenes and figures and through, “isolating them from their toy-like environments and [focuses]…on finding expression through minimalism”. To see more of his work, click here. z Source ..read more

Many colleges and universities give importance to art. All over the country, you’ll find amazing appreciation for various art forms, some even putting into place extensive programs to nurture talent. One of these is Jesus College, which houses a grand permanent collection. You can find impeccable sculptures on their grounds, created by artists such as John Bellany, Stephen Chambers, Barry Flanagan, John Gibbons, Antony Gormley, Albert Irvin, Richard Long, David Mach, Sarah Morris, Humphrey Ocean, Eduardo Paolozzi, Cornelia Parker, and Alison Wilding. In addition, they also hold an event c ..read more

Many artists focus on one form of art; some excel at more than a few. Here, we’ll see four (of the many, many) musicians who also turn out to be amazing visual artists. From top to bottom: Marilyn Manson shows off his grand watercolor abilities on Instagram; John Gourley, Portugal. The Man’s lead vocals, creates eccentric and unusual graphic art, which often gets on the covers of their albums; Kim Gordon creates social and political protests through art – she also makes simply stunning portraits, too; and Matt Skiba actually displays his work in galleries, which often embody dark and punk ..read more

Porcelain has cemented itself as one of the most commonly used materials in sculpture. These hybrid works by Juliette Clovis speak to its versatility as both a material and canvas. The French artist is out with a series of sculptures that walk the fine line between nature and myth. Given female forms, the busts have been carefully sculpted out of porcelain and laden with abnormal features like spikes, flowers, and tiny bird ornaments. The works manage to provoke unnerving, anxious feelings out of its viewers but also achieve gentle tones in between. Check out some of t ..read more

Graffiti is a statement meant to create impact, call the attention of the viewer from a distance, so it’s usually big, bold and flashy in order to become noticeable. Some of JPS’ smallest work may go unnoticed, but once you see them, you will not forget it easily. He puts great detail into this tiny street art, with the use of micro-stencils. See more of his little and big art following him in Instagram, Facebook Source ..read more

London illustrator Benjamin Phillips has a unique style that is simplistic and quirky. Often using imagery of animals or people, the pieces give a window into Phillips’ worldview and even hint at a plot narrative within the drawings. In addition to his endearingly awkward illustrations, Phillips has produced three-dimensional works in a style similar to the drawings. Some sculptures play with the interaction between the object and its shadow, while other sculptures manage to capture the lovely awkwardness of a line drawing on a larger scale. Phillips studied illustration at the Unive ..read more

Finally, an alarm clock that wakes me with a fresh cup of coffee. London designer Joshua Renouf has created this brilliant contraption that is functional, elegant and modern. The coffee maker called the ‘Barisieur’ features induction heating produced by stainless steel ball bearings to heat the water before it is filtered and dispensed. You will even find a small compartment to hold some cream. Renouf also explains how the device might help you sleep at night: “It encourages a ritual before going to sleep, signaling to the body and mind that is time to unwind and relax. Living slow when t ..read more