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Haunting wooden sculptures by Claudette Schreuders reveal why we can't escape from ourselves

Creative Boom

In Doubles, her latest series of figurative painted wood sculptures and works on paper, Cape Town artist Claudette Schreuders takes a closer look at the double lives we lead, from what we do in private to how we present ourselves in public. The artist's sculpture work is rooted in both African and European traditions.

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Simone Brewster's new exhibition explores our social relationship with objects

Creative Boom

The exhibition presents new works alongside a selection of Simone's most notable pieces, from furniture to jewellery and sculpture, that investigates the hidden linguistics behind design that are inherently entwined with societal norms and ideas of race, gender, equality and more.

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UAL student Shihui Li highlights animal extinction through sugar-spun folk art

Creative Boom

When themes of social justice are built into the curriculum, they become embedded into the wider picture, helping us to both imagine and realise more just, sustainable futures. Over generations, sacred sculptures morphed into secular sweets as sugar became more affordable.

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50% OFF Sale On Best WordPress Themes

Graphic Design Junction

Amazing offer on WordPress Themes, 50% OFF on the best WordPress themes (Limited time only!). You can save instant 50% OFF on Envato’s best-selling WordPress themes! So what are your waiting go and grab your favorite WordPress theme on discounted price. WordPress Themes – 2021’s Best WordPress Templates.

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Terrarium: New Ant Hamlyn exhibition explores the human need to preserve things forever

Creative Boom

We've previously seen how his flower sculptures have reflected on memories, magic and mythology , and now he's taken these themes one step further with Terrarium, a new exhibition which runs at Weserhalle until 13 April. Called Terrarium, it features fabric flowers pressed behind Perspex in a moving meditation on permanence.

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Cultural festivals for the soul: 2024 events that celebrate art, design, and creativity

Creative Boom

January Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival – China, 5 Jan-early March Ever been to an ice sculpture festival? Dress warmly in layers and book a guided tour to explore Harbin's ice sculptures and local cuisine. Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival, 2020. We'd heartily recommend it!

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A Wire Sculpture Dedicated to Ukrainian War-Affected Mothers Appeared in The Center of Prague

Design You Trust

A sculpture dedicated to Ukrainian mothers was installed in the center of Prague. The author of the sculpture, Czech artist Veronika Psotkova, told about it on her Facebook page. His popularity rose in present-day Ukraine after the events of 2014. in sculpture) and Palacký University Olomouc (Mgr. in Math and Art). .”

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