ART ASSOCIATION CONTEST

05. 15. 13

Happy Wednesday, friends. You know what would make this Wednesday even happier? A pinterest contest by the name of Art Association? Yessss. Let’s do it.

Here’s how it works:

Artsy Forager and I have cooked up one awesome project that involves art, Pinterest, and YOU… Art Association (think word association) involves creating a Pinterest board around one work of art and all of the things you think of while looking at it. Anything and everything that comes to mind will be pinned… no holding back now.

We’re doing things a bit differently this time. The winner will be randomly selected. That’s right. Artsy Forager and I are staying out of it this time. You pin whatever your heart desires and you’ll be entered to win a rad prize and some definite bragging rights. Let’s get started, eh?

This month’s inspiration is Lily by Kuzana Ogg…

The fun color palette of Lily made me think of swimming pools, flowers, and pink summery hues… it’s finally warming up here in Denver, my mind is clearly occupied with all things summer!

Oh I can’t wait to see your pins! But before we get to pinning, let’s take a look at your prize. Woot!

The winner will receive this 5×5″ etching, Pom. Two quick + awesome facts about this print:
01. the title means “Spring” in Korean. Kuzana actually lived in Korea in the mid ’90s where she taught English. So cool.
02. The print was made at the New Grounds Print Workshop in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where Kuzana was awarded their Rachel Allen Scholarship. SO cool.

Okay, let’s pin.

01 Follow artsocial and Artsy Forager on Pinterest (if you already follow us, you’re in bro).

02 Create a Pinterest board titled Art Association.

03 Pin Kuzana Ogg’s Lily along with anything and everything you think of when looking at Kuzana’s work. 8-10 pins will do, but feel free to pin as much as you’d like! Get it, girrl.

04 Leave the link to your pinboard in the comments section of this post.

The pinner will be chosen at random (using random.org) on Wednesday, May 22nd at 5pm MST. Sorry, international friends, this contest is open to U.S. residents only…

Happy pinning!

ART CRUSH: DENISE FIEDLER

05. 03. 13

ice cream by denise fiedler

I think I have spring and summer fever. Denise Fiedler’s collages capture that easygoing charm of summertime so perfectly. Art. Crush. Read all about my crush over on the UncommonGoods blog!

Happy weekend, friend! It’s only gonna be in the 60s here this weekend… but that’s warm enough for ice cream, right? I seriously can’t wait for ice cream weather…

This post is sponsored by UncommonGoods. All opinions + crushes are my own. See more from Denise in the Uncommon Artist Gallery and read more about the work featured above, Ice Cream.

ART CRUSH: AUDREY HELLER

04. 26. 13

cafe society

Miniatures fascinate me. Maybe it’s because I watched Honey, I Shrunk the Kids a lot when I was little… we’ll never know, but I do know this: I’m seriously in love with Audrey Heller’s photographs.

Read more about my new art crush over on the UncommonGoods blog today! Aannd see more crush-worthy artwork in their Uncommon Artist Gallery.

Happy weekend to youuu!

Image: Cafe Society.

This post is sponsored by UncommonGoods. All opinions + crushes are my own.

ART CRUSH: VALERIE GALLOWAY

04. 19. 13

shocking pink afro

Guys, Valerie Galloway is speaking my language. I mean, stripes? Polka dots? Pink afros? Whaaat. I love it. I’m gushing all about this uh-mazing artist from the Uncommon Artist Gallery over on The Goods today. Check it out, friends. Oh and happy Friday to youuu! Sending everyone lots of love this weekend.

Image: Shocking Pink Afro

This post is sponsored by UncommonGoods. All opinions are my own.

ART ASSOCIATION CONTEST

04. 17. 13

I know. Project Brown Bag this morning and now Art Association? I’m gettin’ cray up in here. Let’s keep the good times rolling, shall we?

This month Artsy Forager and I teamed up with the incredible artist Jessica Brilli. When I saw her portfolio, I knew I wanted to work with her on an Art Association contest… I mean, how many fun images and ideas come to mind when you see old school telephones, cameras, and typewriters? These objects have so much history, I have a feeling this round of Art Association is gonna be our best yet…!

Before we get to the rules + your awesome prize, here’s what I saw when I looked at Jessica’s painting of a Brownie Camera. Clearly I thought of real brownies… with salted caramel creme filling. I also thought of other old school objects, that rich yellow color, and fun photos + snapshots. Oh you guys are gonna have fun with this one.

See all my pins here.

Create a pinboard based on Jessica Brilli’s Untitled for a chance to win this 8×10 print, Voss.

01 Follow artsocial and Artsy Forager on Pinterest (if you already follow us, you’re in bro).

02 Create a Pinterest board titled Art Association.

03 Pin Jessica Brilli’s Untitled along with anything and everything you think of when looking at Jessica’s work.

04 Leave the link to your pinboard in the comments section of this post.

The pinner with the best art associations (as judged by me and Artsy Forager) will be chosen on Wednesday, April 24th at 5pm MST. Sorry, international friends, this contest is open to U.S. residents only…

Happy pinning!

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. CONGRATS TO OUR WINNER, NIKI BRADLEY!

ART CRUSH: KATE LEWIS

04. 16. 13

big orange chair

Guys. I’m so excited to share more of my art crushes with you and I’m even more excited to be teaming up with UncommonGoods for this round of the series!

Let me tell you, the Uncommon Artist Gallery has some seriously crush-worthy artists. Like whoa. They need to be discussed. Head on over to their blog, The Goods, for my full report on the wonderful + inspiring, Kate Lewis…!

Image: Big Orange Chair

This post is sponsored by UncommonGoods. All opinions are my own.

ART ASSOCIATION / 06

03. 20. 13

One look at Karen Schnepf’s collage paintings and I was in LOVE. The layers of bold colors paired with black & white stripes? Oh my gah, beautiful. Artsy Forager and I knew immediately she’d be the perfect candidate for our Art Association contest.

I had a blast pinning anything and everything I came across that reminded me of Karen’s amazing painting, Wedding Day…

It’s so nice to focus on bold + colorful images, Colorado is still in its drab winter phase… hurry up, spring and summer! What do you see when you look at Karen’s work? Pin your associations on pinterest and you, my friend, could win one of Karen’s collage paintings. Whaaat.

Create a pinboard based on Karen Schnepf’s Wedding Day for a chance to win this 12×12 collage painting, Colors Layered.

P.S. Karen’s process? Rad. Paper is painted, layered, and then attached to a panel. Resin is then poured over the collage for a smooth, high gloss finish.

01 Follow artsocial and Artsy Forager on Pinterest (if you already follow us, you’re in bro).

02 Create a Pinterest board titled Art Association.

03 Pin Karen Schnepf’s Wedding Day along with anything and everything you think of when looking at Karen’s work.

04 Leave the link to your pinboard in the comments section of this post.

The pinner with the best art associations (as judged by me and Artsy Forager) will be chosen on Wednesday, March 27th at 5pm MST. Sorry, international friends, this contest is open to U.S. residents only…

Happy pinning!

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. CONGRATS TO OUR WINNER!

ART ASSOCIATION / 05

02. 20. 13

Oh you lucky readers, you. It’s time for another Art Association contest.

You know the drill, homie… and if not here’s a refresher on how Art Association works:

Art Association (think word association) involves creating a Pinterest board around one work of art and all of the things you think of while looking at it. Anything and everything that comes to mind will be pinned… no holding back, now. The pinner who creates the BEST board will win an uh-mazing prize. Ready? Let’s pin.

This month we’re looking at Emily Jeffords’ painting Yellow Rose No. 2…

MY PINS

Bold black and white with a pop of florals + color? Oh yeah, this is my kind of artwork… and check out this beautiful lithograph up for grabs this round!! I’m such a jelly bear. Have fun, friends. Good luck!

Create a pinboard based on Emily Jeffords’ Yellow Rose No. 2 for a chance to win the above original lithograph, Stem + Orchid (note: the work will not be framed).

01. Follow artsocial and Artsy Forager on Pinterest (if you already follow us, you’re in bro).

02. Create a Pinterest board titled Art Association.

03. Pin Emily Jeffords’ Yellow Rose No. 2 along with anything and everything that you think of when looking at Emily’s work.

04. Leave the link to your pinboard in the comments section of this post.

Done and done. The pinner with the best art associations (as judged by me and Artsy Forager) will be chosen on Wednesday, February 27th at 5pm MST. Sorry, international friends, this contest is open to U.S. residents only…

Happy pinning!

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. CONGRATS TO OUR WINNER!

ART CRUSH: STEFANIA FERSINI

02. 13. 13

Wonderland november-decembre 2011
i-D spring summer 2012 pag 209
i-D spring-summer 2012 pag 162
LOVE n 06 autumn winter 2011

Holy amazing oil painting skills, guys. If you’ve ever tried using oil paints, you know what an incredible achievement these works are…

In her Trash series, Italian artist Stefania Fersini paints discarded crumpled pages from fashion magazines. Picked from the recycle bin and recreated on an enlarged scale, Stefania’s work represents + critiques society’s obsession with consumerism and appearance.

Beautiful, well-executed, and a deeper message? I’d say this is a contemporary art win. High five, Stefania.

01. Wonderland november-decembre 2011 02. i-D spring summer 2012 pag 209 03. i-D spring-summer 2012 pag 162 04. LOVE n 06 autumn winter 2011

See more from Stefania Fersini on Galleray. This post is sponsored by Galleray. All opinions are my own.

ESSANEL + GIVEAWAY

02. 06. 13

essanel

I hear the key to happiness is to LOVE what you do. If you can find the good in each activity, you’ll be a zen master. So simple, right? Mm-yeah… remembering these wise words throughout the day can be tricky. I need reminders. Like, constantly.

I have quotes scribbled in my notebooks, inspiration pinned on pinterest, and books with a bajillion dog-eared pages… but how often to I refer to this stuff? Not very often. I need to keep my goals right there in front of me. Typography prints to the rescue. Art would be my hero, huh guys?

Essanel has some of my favorite typography prints. Simple, modern, and infused with awesomery that I want to remember on the reg… to love, to travel, to kick ass! I’m putting this love print front and center on my office wall… and you could too! Essanel is giving one lucky artsosh reader their very own love print in silver.

Win some lurrve…

01. visit Essanel and then leave a comment telling me which print is your favorite. The winner will be randomly chosen February 13th at 5pm MST. Contest open to U.S. residents only, sorry international friends!

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. CONGRATS TO OUR WINNER, OLIVIA!!

Top image by Essanel, bottom images by artsocial.