In Those Genes: Merging Art and Science
Looking for a personal gift to give someone this Christmas? Check out DNA11 where you can get customized artwork made of your genetic code, fingerprint or even lip print. Among my visual arts and journalism classes I’m taking a genetics class this semester, and this jumped out at me as a such a cool way to merge two disciplines, science and art into something sophisticated, beautiful and valuable. Visit the DNA 11 website here to learn more.
LEGO Artist – Building a Creative Career by Finding Your Inner Child
Sometimes the thing we did and loved as a child is what will bring success and true joy as a career. Take Nathan Sawaya, the Brick Artist for example. I saw him on an episode of one of my favorite business shows on CNBC, The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch. (I loved watching The Big Idea for some great inspiration for entrepreneurship and following your dreams.)
As a child Sawaya loved art, and especially building with LEGOS. One day he decided to quit his job in law and decided to make LEGO sculptures as a full time artist. Now he’s making thousands of dollars on each sculpture and living well off his passion. From large realistic replicas of buildings and celebrity portraits, to a LEGO iPhone, his work is so detailed and fun. Check out more of these amazing LEGO sculptures on the Brick Artist website
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Enchanted Paintings
Some of the artwork I have hanging on the wall in my art studio (aka my desk) for inspiration are mystical, surreal prints painted by Josephine Wall. Below are some of her paintings that are my favorites. I love the details, colors, and the magical fantasy scenes she creates. Click here to visit her website and see more of her work.
Beautiful Gift Wrapping
I love all types of crafts, especially those you can share with others. I first heard about the amazing work of Eleanor Leinen, known as the “Celebrity Gift Wrapper” on a segment I saw on a local newscast. (Above is a screenshot of her website.) On the segment she shows how you can make a gift even more special by making the presentation memorable. The elegance of her craft is so detailed and creative, that it makes you not even want to open the gift! Click here to see her wonderful work. Here is the video of the segment I saw, and below are some screen captures.
I love how she used sheer glittery cloth in the gift bag instead of tissue paper.
