The Creative Commons

Anne Ten Donkelaar flower constructions

In Van Gogh’s Mulberry Tree we see a tree growing out of a rocky terrain. In early October 1889, he sent a few paintings, he called them studies, to his brother. In all the words describing this mulberry tree and the time he painted it he seems happy. In fact he writes “I’ll tell you that we’re having some superb autumn days, and that I’m taking advantage of them.” In December he sends a few paintings to his brother in Paris, but it is the Mulberry Tree that he says is his favorite.

http://www.vangoghgallery.com/painting/the-mulberry-tree.html

Cecilia Paredes is a Peruvian-born artist whose work beautifully blends bodies against a wallpapered background. While the idea is not new, the execution and delicate beauty of these images makes them so modern and meditative. Failing to camouflage the hair has drawn criticism from some, but I think it adds interest and life to these already gorgeous images.

During the past few decades, street art not only became an accepted means to express yourself but an ambassador of culture and tradition. One of the best examples for that is the Chilean artist, INTI, who spreads his indigenous characters with their maize cobs, traditional vesture, skulls and typical accessories from all around the globe. His huge works usually cover entire parts of buildings to make the appearance even more impressive.

Is it real or is it Memorex?

Fabulous art work by fabulous artists.

Infographic on various statistics from the James Bond movie franchise.

Pilobolus is a contemporary dance company whose origins are traced to a 1971 Dartmouth College dance class taught by Alison Becker Chase. The group first began performing in October 1971. Today they continue to tour the global. Be sure to look for them in your part of the world.