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Maiyashu's new picture book explores how people relate to their hometowns in a breathtaking way

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New York-based artist Maiyashu delves into the relationships between people and their hometowns in I Will Always Be Here , a stunning new picture book that balances fantasy, whimsy, and mature reflection. For Maiyashu, this picture book is particularly relatable. What do you picture when you think of home?

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The best art books to enjoy in the summer of 2022

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And so, whether you're relaxing on a beach, sitting in the garden, or killing time on planes, trains and automobiles, there's nothing better than burying yourself in a good book. What Artists Wear by Charlie Porter. Art and fashion have always had a tumultuous and unpredictable relationship. What Artists Wear by Charlie Porter.

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How childlike play informs the work of artist and designer Jonas Mayer

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In the heart of Germany, nestled close to the French border, lies the small town of Saarbrücken – a place where imagination knows no bounds for the enigmatic artist Jonas Mayer. Fueled by this desire, he embarked on a new path, studying Fine Arts in his hometown.

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Out of The Box: Tom Buchanan celebrates the lost art of collecting in a digital world

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Freelance designer, artist and curator Tom Buchanan explores the objects that define artists in his new photography book-cum-research project, Out of The Box. Tom Buchanan certainly seems to think so, as his latest book, Out of The Box, delves into the tactile artefacts amassed by creatives all over the world.

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Magical world of inflatable art opens new cultural landmark in Manchester

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Yayoi Kusama and Dots Obsession, 1996-2011 Installation view_ The Watari Museum of Contemporary Art, Tokyo. Courtesy of Ota Fine Arts, Victoria Miro and David Zwirner. The new venue will be commissioning and presenting a year-round programme by leading artists from across the world. © YAYOI KUSAMA.

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Alice Bowsher on falling into illustration, the joys of Substack, and why artists should stay true to themselves

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Based in South-East London, Alice's joyful work spans packaging design, murals, book illustrations, brand identities, animations, shop displays and more, all united by her deft line work, distinctive use of black ink and charming creatures. Who are your biggest artistic inspirations and why? And that's when I fell into illustration.

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Dong Qiu's magical illustrations summon the East-meets-West spirit of Shanghai

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© Dong Qiu The Chinese artist's distinctive style blends Asian tradition with modern sensibilities, attracting global clients and resonating with audiences worldwide. Her art is at once subtle yet distinctive, calm yet thrilling, steeped in tradition yet irrepressibly modern. This is why I like to draw with lines." © Dong Qiu