Maciej Hoffman was born on August 31st in 1964 in Wroclaw, Poland. From 1985-88, Hoffman studied at the Theological Academy in Wroclaw. It wasn’t until his third year there that he realized that he had a strong desire to become an artist. In 1988, Hoffman enrolled at the Academy of Fine Arts in Wroclaw and […]
DAF Group Feature: Vol. 11
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DAF Group Feature: Vol. 76
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John Dahlsen – Eco-Art
I’ve been thinking about eco-art again and am fascinated by artists who can turn trash into treasure. One of the most recognized and awarded of these is Australian artist John Dahlsen. Dahlsen studied art at the Victorian College of the Arts and the Melbourne College of Advanced Education, and for many years made his living […]
Sylvia Ji: Painting
“Sylvia Ji was born in 1982 in San Francisco to artistic parents. Ji’s interest in art was implanted at a very young age when she would look through her mother’s sketchbooks and watch her father paint. In her art, she explores themes of beauty, sexual provocation, and social notions of femininity juxtaposed against the dystopian […]
Faith Ringgold: Painting, Fiber Art, Sculpture
Born on October 8, 1930, in Harlem, New York, Faith Ringgold is considered to be one of the most important living African American artists. Working in a variety of mediums including painting, sculpture, and performance, Ringgold is best known for her “story quilts” that combine narrative paintings with quilted borders and text. Ringgold’s mother, a […]
Tiffany Bozic: Painting
“Tiffany Bozic is a self-taught artist currently living and working in San Francisco, California. Bozic has spent the majority of her life living with and observing the intricacies of nature. Having grown up on a farm in Arkansas, she was inspired by the natural world at an early age. Blending her external observations with the […]
Leonardo da Vinci: 1452 – 1519 – Mini Bio
In honour of Leonardo da Vinci‘s birthday today, DAF is featuring a mini-bio from Biography.com. “Born on April 15, 1452, in Vinci, Italy, Leonardo da Vinci was the epitome of a “Renaissance man.” Possessor of a curious mind and keen intellect, da Vinci studied the laws of science and nature, which greatly informed his work […]
International Day of Peace:
War and Peace In Art
September 21st is the International Day of Peace. Observed each year, it is a global call for ceasefire and non-violence.The day provides an opportunity for individuals, organizations and nations to create practical acts of peace on a shared date. It was established by the UN General Assembly in 1981 for “commemorating and strengthening the ideals […]
Art-e-Facts: 5 Random Art Facts VI
1. The term Trompe-l’œil, (French for “that which deceives the eye”), is an art technique where the artist reproduces realistic images that fools the viewers’ eye into perceiving an image as three-dimensional. Artists have been creating Trompe l’oeil art since the discovery of perspective techniques dating as far back as 400 B. C. and it […]
Lee Jeffries: Photography 2012
Some recent work from Manchester, UK based photographer Lee Jeffries (featured). The models in his photographs are homeless people that he has met in Europe and in the United States. Jeffries makes an effort to get to know each of the subjects before asking permission to take their portrait. To see more, check out Jeffries’ […]
TED Talks: Sunni Brown – Doodlers Unite!
Studies show that sketching and doodling improve our comprehension — and our creative thinking. So why do we still feel embarrassed when we’re caught doodling in a meeting? Sunni Brown, co-author of Gamestorming: A Playbook for Innovators, Rulebreakers, and Changemakers makes the case for unlocking your brain via pad and pen.
DAF Group Feature: Vol 67
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Matt Hoyle: Beauty in Imperfection
Before becoming a professional photographer, Matt Hoyle was a Creative Director in the advertising industry. This is where he developed a strong sense of concept and story. Today, his photography is recognized across the globe. His work has been featured in countless publications and won numerous awards including a Cannes Gold Lion. Hoyle has been […]
DAF Group Feature: Vol 106
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SIT: NOIR – C.A.V.E. Gallery – Los Angeles
Dutch artist SIT has been part of the Amsterdam creative scene for many years. In his first US exhibition “NOIR“, at C.A.V.E. Gallery in Los Angeles, SIT examines the “troubled relation between the animal kingdom and mankind” and focuses on the “magnificent beauty of the beast and the way it is used to serve the […]
Meats Meier: 3D Art
Meats Meier is a freelance illustrator and animator living in Los Angeles, California. An award-winning digital artist, Meier works in both 2D and 3D using Maya and Zbrush for modeling and animation as well as Photoshop and After Effects to composite the images into animations and high resolution artwork. Meier’s feature film credits include “Sky […]
Andrzej Troc: Painting
One of my favourite websites for discovering new art is DeviantArt.com and I plan to feature artists from the site on a regular basis. While there’s a lot to sift through, the site’s organization makes it easy with it’s category organization and (if you’re a member) handy tracking tools to help you follow your favourite […]
Maggie Taylor: Digital Compositions
Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Maggie Taylor has a BA in philosophy from Yale University and an MFA in photography from the University of Florida. In 1996, after more than ten years as a still-life photographer, Taylor began creating her images digitally. Using flatbed scanners and Adobe Photoshop, Taylor creates unique digital collages that “transport viewers […]
DAF Group Feature: Vol. 49
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