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Book Review of Verdigris / Ambergris by Paul Graham
Book Review of Verdigris / Ambergris by Paul Graham Paul Graham’s Verdigris / Ambergris is a compelling exploration of the intricate interplay between humanity, the natural world, and artistic creativity. Across its sprawling narrative, Graham’s work is a masterful blend of philosophy, science, and the poetic impulse, drawing readers into a richly textured examination of two substances that have fascinated humans for centuries: verdigris, the green patina of oxidised copper and ambergris, the rare waxy substance excreted by sperm whales. In Graham’s hands, these materials become metaphors for transformation, decay, rarity, and beauty. This review looks into the book’s core themes, the author’s stylistic choices, and the broader implications of…
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Book Review: A Woman I Once Knew by Rosalind Fox Solomon
Book Review: A Woman I Once Knew by Rosalind Fox Solomon Rosalind Fox Solomon’s A Woman I Once Knew is an evocative and deeply personal exploration of identity, memory, and the inevitable passage of time. Known for her extraordinary ability to capture the human condition through photography, Fox Solomon turns her lens inward in this book, crafting a narrative as intimate as it is universal. Through a fragmented, poetic structure, she invites the reader into her reflections on femininity, relationships, and the shifting perceptions of self that come with age and experience. This review will examine A Woman I Once Knew’s thematic depth, stylistic choices, and emotional resonance. While its…
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Black Friday Week at TheAppWhispererPrintSales.com: Art, Savings, and Support for Artists
This Black Friday week, TheAppWhispererPrintSales.com offers a rare opportunity to collect stunning, limited-edition artwork at exclusive discounts. Known for curating and selling prints from world-class mobile photographers and artists, the site is a hub for exquisite, signed works celebrating creativity and innovation in visual art. When you purchase a print, you’re acquiring a unique piece of art and directly supporting the artist behind it. Every sale contributes to sustaining the creative efforts of talented photographers and digital artists, helping them continue to produce exceptional work. Your support allows these artists to thrive, empowering them to share their inspiring art with the world. With art from Rita Colantonio, Susan Latty, Jane…
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Greatest Mobile Art Pic of the Day (2,255)
Today’s photo comes from the talented @mina.juveler, highlighting the best mobile photography and art. With ‘Pic of the Day,’ we aim to create a space that crosses borders, languages, and cultures. We connect through the shared language of visual storytelling, allowing us to appreciate the beauty and diversity of our world. Mobile photography has shown its power throughout our journey. As smartphones and their cameras improve, the opportunity for artistic expression keeps growing. This openness allows creators like @mina.juvelerto share their vision with a global audience, encouraging others to explore their creativity. Today’s photograph is more than just an image. It opens a window into imagination and emotions. @mina.juveler skillfully…
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Greatest Mobile Art Pic of the Day (2,254)
Today’s photo comes from the talented @pennijam, highlighting the best mobile photography and art. With ‘Pic of the Day,’ we aim to create a space that crosses borders, languages, and cultures. We connect through the shared language of visual storytelling, allowing us to appreciate the beauty and diversity of our world. Mobile photography has shown its power throughout our journey. As smartphones and their cameras improve, the opportunity for artistic expression keeps growing. This openness allows creators like @pennijam to share their vision with a global audience, encouraging others to explore their creativity. Today’s photograph is more than just an image. It opens a window into imagination and emotions. @silkemetzartivist…
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Greatest Mobile Art Pic of the Day (2,253)
Today’s photo comes from the talented @vastumarco, highlighting the best mobile photography and art. With ‘Pic of the Day,’ we aim to create a space that crosses borders, languages, and cultures. We connect through the shared language of visual storytelling, allowing us to appreciate the beauty and diversity of our world. Mobile photography has shown its power throughout our journey. As smartphones and their cameras improve, the opportunity for artistic expression keeps growing. This openness allows creators like @vastumarco to share their vision with a global audience, encouraging others to explore their creativity. Today’s photograph is more than just an image. It opens a window into imagination and emotions. @silkemetzartivist skillfully…
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Book Review: Painting Photography Painting by Carol Armstrong
Book Review: Painting Photography Painting by Carol Armstrong Painting Photography Painting: Selected Essays by Carol Armstrong, published by Mack Books in 2023, is an ambitious collection of essays that delves into the intersections of visual art forms, specifically painting and photography. This compilation represents Armstrong’s decades-long engagement with art history, feminist theory, and critical analysis of visual culture, making it an illuminating read for both art enthusiasts and academic audiences. Painting Photography Painting: Selected Essays All images – Courtesy of the artist and MACK. The Essence of Artistic Inquiry At the heart of Armstrong’s essays lies a compelling question: what defines a medium? This query is vividly explored in the…
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Life and Loss: Alessandra Sanguinetti’s On the Sixth Day as a Visual Elegy – Book Review
Life and Loss: Alessandra Sanguinetti’s On the Sixth Day as a Visual Elegy – Book Review Alessandra Sanguinetti’s On the Sixth Day, republished by Mack Books in 2023, is an evocative photobook exploring the lives of animals on a rural Argentine farm. Initially released in 2005 and celebrated for its unsentimental portrayal of life and death in the animal world, this expanded edition includes previously unseen images, enriching the powerful narrative. The title references the biblical creation story, in which animals and humans were brought into existence on the sixth day, grounding the work in a thematic exploration of creation, existence, and mortality. The result is a profoundly poetic and…
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Greatest Mobile Art Pic of the Day (2,252)
Today’s photo comes from the talented @harnaka_harto, highlighting the best mobile photography and art. With ‘Pic of the Day,’ we aim to create a space that crosses borders, languages, and cultures. We connect through the shared language of visual storytelling, allowing us to appreciate the beauty and diversity of our world. Mobile photography has shown its power throughout our journey. As smartphones and their cameras improve, the opportunity for artistic expression keeps growing. This openness allows creators like @harnaka_harto to share their vision with a global audience, encouraging others to explore their creativity. Today’s photograph is more than just an image. It opens a window into imagination and emotions. @silkemetzartivist skillfully…
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Carmen Winant’s My Birth: A Raw and Transformative Portrait of Creation – Book Review
Carmen Winant’s My Birth: A Raw and Transformative Portrait of Creation – Book Review Carmen Winant’s My Birth is a striking and profoundly introspective photobook that delves into childbirth’s physical, emotional, and societal dimensions. This edition, published by Mack Books in 2024, expands on themes Winant has previously explored, blending personal history with collective experience. The book juxtaposes images of her mother’s births with found photographs of anonymous women during labour, creating a visual tapestry that celebrates birth as both an intimate and communal act. To purchase this book, please go here. All images – Courtesy of the artist and MACK. A Visual Journey Through Birth The book’s structure follows…
