Anni Albers, thread, self-publishing, making magic of what we find on earth 0 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24 🎨 Art & Illustration Art Craft Design Style Culture Anni Albers viewed art as a source of happiness and connection with others Anni Albers found creativity and meaning in using different materials like thread and weaving Choosing the right material for communication is key and can be discovered accidentally, like how Anni Albers was introduced to weaving
Anne Ryan, collage, touch & the sublime 0 implied HN points • 26 Mar 23 🎨 Art & Illustration Collage Textures Artist Anne Ryan's collages convey a sense of thrift and emotion through tiny details. Anne Ryan started creating collages in middle age after a varied career. Anne Ryan's advice to her daughter was to 'Live in the parenthesis of your time.'
Faith Ringgold, artists' books, suminagashi & irritability 0 implied HN points • 26 Feb 23 🎨 Art & Illustration Creativity The author grapples with balancing work and parenting responsibilities. They reflect on feelings of weariness, sadness, and irritability as a parent. Through experiences with their child, the author rediscovers self-awareness and reflection.
Emma Amos, feminism, friendship & an artist's greatest resource 0 implied HN points • 29 Oct 23 🎨 Art & Illustration Artists Feminism Friendship Creativity Relationships Walking into the studio as a Black woman artist is a political act. Being part of a supportive community of artists is crucial for creativity. The shared experience and co-creation in art deepen its meaning.