Thu.May 23, 2019

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Nationalmuseum

Identity Designed

Nationalmuseum is Sweden’s museum of art and design. The collections comprise of paintings, sculptures, drawings and prints from 1500-1900 and applied arts, design, and portraits from early Middle Ages up until present day. The site in Stockholm has undergone a massive 5-year renovation project — it has created a modern museum environment that is better for both the art, the exhibitions, and for visitors.

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JOE CIARDIELLO'S FISTFUL OF DRAWINGS

Illustration Art

I've previously written of my admiration for the art of Joe Ciardiello. Ciardiello achieves drama in his drawings by balancing extremes. He contrasts a light, lacy line with dense, powerful black accents. He contrasts black and white drawings with spots of vivid color strategically placed. He contrasts liquid pools of watercolor with a raspy drybrush.