8 Mural Masterpieces to Inspire Your Blank Wall
Bored by your walls? Nothing a little paint and some clever design can’t cure. Get inspired by these 8 mural masterpieces.
Art & Sculpture
As makers, we are blessed with fascinating ways to create unique pieces of artwork or sculptures from scratch. From working with traditional methods like wood carving and metalworking to utilizing emerging technologies like 3D printing and laser cutting, there is an endless array of possibilities for makers to explore. They are continuously breathing life into breathtaking creations that make us all stand back in awe. Let’s take a look at some recent developments in what makers around the world have been creating lately – be sure not to miss out on their incredible artwork!
This Week in Making: Drilling, Diodes, and Dirt
This past week we showed the Earth some love, learned how to drill straight, and reflected on the little things (like diodes).
“Southern Winds” Is a Feel-Good Song with a Crafty Music Video
In order to get the right look and feel for her “Southern Winds” music video, Jane Lui built a number of cardboard and papier-mâché sets.
Stainable Wood-Based Filament Gives 3D Printed Violin a Natural Look
Can you give a 3D printed object a wood stain? Sure! Can you 3D print a violin? Why not! Do both and you’ll get a natural looking violin.
20 Sculptures That Upcycle Your ‘Cycle
Bikes on walls, stools made out of bike parts, pyramids, domes, fences, and more! There’s a lot of arty ways to give a bike a second life.
Weekend Watch: “Ron’s Stuff” Is a Collection of Kinetic Wooden Sculptures
“Ron’s Stuff” is the youtube channel of a retired mechanical engineer. Ron’s woodworking and kinetic projects are a treat to watch.
An Interview with Macabre Crocheter Caitlin McCormack
Using string dredged in glue, artist Caitlin McCormack crochets skeletons of birds and small animals.