Friday, December 28, 2007
Untitled
Oil on canvas by Mark Dixon. Be sure and check out his site. He has several small works for sale. Enjoy!
Thursday, December 27, 2007
Bedroom Inspiration
Still trying to figure out which direction to go with my bedroom. Love this textured gray spread and simple room. (image via Nuevo Estilo)
Wednesday, December 26, 2007
Saturday, December 22, 2007
Thursday, December 20, 2007
The Art of Breakfast
Jennifer Causey's "Simply Breakfast". A little book documenting her daily obsession with breakfast. I've never been so hungry. Enjoy!
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Anne Murray Earthenware: "Recycling"
I came across Anne's work via Flickr and was instantly taken with her earthenware pieces. I immediately emailed Anne about her work and this is what she had to say:
I am currently a 3rd year student at Glasgow School of Art and am finding my way with ceramics. The objects you may be speaking of are made of earthenware and are decorated with decals for a current project I am working on.
The challenge is to make a tableservice for a restaurant. These are test pieces, exploring 'recycling', on my way to making the final work. The theme is 'recycling' in it's broadest sense, reusing crockery in another way eg old shapes with new decoration, new shapes with old decoration (that is what the red and white ones are), 'found' objects made into decals and merged with the body of the clay.
These are not currently for sale but with the interest I've received I may consider creating an etsy site next year. The final project will be on show in Aberdeen, Scotland in March; Kesckemet, Hungary in April 2008 and at MUSA - Art and music cafe, Aberdeen, Scotland, in the Summer 2008.
I, for one, absolutely love this collection of work and can't wait to see more from Anne. For those interested in keeping up with Anne's work you can view more via her flickr site or read more via her blog. Definitely ones to bookmark! Enjoy!
One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Smart Fish
I'm not really sure who The Smartest Fish is, but I definitely love her work. Check out her blog here and her portfolio here. Enjoy!
Monday, December 17, 2007
The Perfect Gift
For those of you looking for an affordable yet awesome gift for the artist in your life, look no further than Charley Harper's 2008 Engagement Book. I'd love to have this on my desk.
For those with a little more cash in their pocket don't forget "Charley Harper: An Illustrated Life". It just so happens you can buy a copy now on Ebay for $219.00. Enjoy!
For those with a little more cash in their pocket don't forget "Charley Harper: An Illustrated Life". It just so happens you can buy a copy now on Ebay for $219.00. Enjoy!
Contest: It's All About Exposure
I'm constantly on the lookout for new designers and artists with the latest and greatest products around. The purpose of Another Shade of Grey is to highlight and expose their works to as many people as possible. While I search daily for new talent, there is only one of me and so many of you. In an effort to make sure no artist is left undiscovered I am now asking for submissions from you, the artist, the crafter, the designer.
Here's how it works.
1. You email me your product.
2. I will pick a monthly winner from present and past submissions. (Hopefully beginning January 1, 2008 if enough submissions have been received. If not, February 1, 2008.)
3. Said winner will be deemed the official "Artist/Designer of the Month".
What this means for you.
1. Each monthly winner will receive a direct link from Another Shade of Grey to their respective website via a pictorial ad that will be placed in the top left hand corner of my blog just above the "Today's Must Read" link. This ad will remain in place for the duration of one month. The winner will also receive one weekly blog entry on Another Shade of Grey for each week of their "reign", featuring their work and biographical information.
If you have any questions please feel free to email me.
I hope this is a success! I look forward to receiving your submissions.
Here's how it works.
1. You email me your product.
2. I will pick a monthly winner from present and past submissions. (Hopefully beginning January 1, 2008 if enough submissions have been received. If not, February 1, 2008.)
3. Said winner will be deemed the official "Artist/Designer of the Month".
What this means for you.
1. Each monthly winner will receive a direct link from Another Shade of Grey to their respective website via a pictorial ad that will be placed in the top left hand corner of my blog just above the "Today's Must Read" link. This ad will remain in place for the duration of one month. The winner will also receive one weekly blog entry on Another Shade of Grey for each week of their "reign", featuring their work and biographical information.
If you have any questions please feel free to email me.
I hope this is a success! I look forward to receiving your submissions.
Friday, December 14, 2007
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Spice things up
with these vintage mid-century salt & pepper shakers from ebay seller piecederesistanceforever. You've got six days to make these yours. Enjoy!
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Embroidered Art
Embroidered art by Steve MacDonald. I enjoy the masculinity he brings to what is traditionally known as a feminine craft. Enjoy!
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Monday, December 10, 2007
17th Century Spoons
Handcraft that withstood the test of time. Just as beautiful today as they were back then. I would love to see this shape and feel brought into the flatware of the 21st century. You can own a vintage piece or two for a pretty penny. Simply google "pewter spoon" and you'll pull up quite a few. Enjoy and be inspired! (photo via Finds from the Avondster)
