Oh Marvelous!

A journal of fancy things

[seabeck]

Fireweed on Mt. Ellinor

Prints

[theforceawakensepisodevii]

Hey you Star Wars friends— just wanted to let you know that I’m a part of this anthology that’s ending today. (LINK) This tumblr is my fun reblog tumblr, but by day I helped organize this along with @kevinjaystanton and today is the very last day to back it!! There are a TON of amazing artists in this anthology, some have totally worked on Star Wars stuff! So hopefully you don’t mind this PSA and help us all signal boost this!!  Check it out –> https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thegreatwindmill/1001-knights

[onethousandandoneknights]

Less than 2 Days Left!!!

✦✰✠⚔ KICKSTARTER LINK |  ALL ARTISTS LINK⚔✠✰✦

[culturenlifestyle]

Mathematical and Scientific Markings on Rustic Pottery by Laura C. Hewitt

Designed in rural Alaska, artist Laura C. Hewitt’s rustic, handmade pottery is influenced by the magic found within the mundane, nature and its pragmatic obscurity. Embossed with typographical mappings of the universe, mathematical formulas, and technological charts, Hewitt’s work pays homage to the dichotomy of the union between science and art.

Adorned with patterns, which include alpha numeric marks from vintage machinist punches and inlaid drawings reminiscent of maps, circuit board, astronomy and flow charts running into deeply carved organic river markings, each piece is unique.

Chronicling binary numbers, the distance from sun, the solar year and equatorial diameter of all planets, Ohm’s law, and the mapping of a circuit board among other technical formulas, each creation is Wheel thrown and hand carved. The vintage manual typewriter keys markings add a rustic and agrarian sensibility, which create a profound juxtaposition with the numerical values of technology in Hewitt’s pottery. You can find her entire collection in her Etsy shop.

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[clairealmon]

Great news! The 1001 Knights anthology Kickstarter has finally launched.  There is so much great art packed in there and I’m very excited to have contributed. here is the Work In Progress of my personal contribution. I really want you all to see the final piece so please go to the link and support this great project!

[ames-draws]

Our beloved orb.

[onethousandandoneknights]

The 1001 KNIGHTS ANTHOLOGY KICKSTARTER is LIVE !!!

1001 Knights is a massive 3-volume anthology project focusing on creating people-positive characters with feminist overtones. Over the course of 3 volumes, 250+ artists explore themes about what it means to be a knight and what makes for a strong character through illustration, comics, poetry, and prose. The artists involved have worked long and hard to create meaningful art that will uplift and inspire readers. 1,001 knights will be represented between all 3 volumes, including fictional characters and the contributing artists. In order to make this the coolest and most epic anthology we can dream of, we need your help! All money raised will go towards making the book and compensating the participating artists. 1001 Knights is created & curated by Annie Stoll & Kevin Jay Stanton.

✦✰✠⚔ KICKSTARTER LINK  |  ALL ARTISTS LINK ⚔✠✰✦

Rise a knight & help us spread the word so we can make this anthology a reality!

[ohmarvelous]

Santa's Reindeer in Silly Animated Images

December has arrived! Of course, you must be wondering what the magical culture at the North Pole is upto. Well, let's give you a hint: lots of red and greens, dancing, and gift wrapping. Santa's probably busy organizing his logistics, but his reindeer appear to be up to something... derpy!

Get ready for some wiggly, wobbly, weirdly cute reindeer action!

These absurdly adorable creatures are made by Mel Roach. And if you're looking for Rudolph, you might want to visit her page!  

Images / Mel Roach

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Stackable Animal Ring Hugs by Bangkok-based Merry Me

Merry Me is Mary Lou, a Thai-based jewelry maker with a unique moniker for a charming jewelry brand. It's wearable art; now that stackable rings are in, Mary Lou managed to cleverly infuse animal hugs into her jewelry.

See how these rings complement each other. Each set is composed of three bands, worn on either one or two fingers. My favorite? The white fox, because it looks like my Japanese Spitz, Chiba! 

Loved it? Of course you did! Head on now to Merry Me's Etsy store and find your spirit animal on your fingers!  

Images / Merry Me on Etsy

[ohmarvelous]

Bright Colors and Characters in Sophie Filomena's Digital Art

I adore Sophie Filomena's digital work. Her creations are youthful, vibrant and highly stylized. She has the knack of mixing strong, rich hues with intimate and personal themes; I love the contrast! Here are some of her editorial works (and a few personal ones) for your inspiration:

Sophie is currently based in Bristol and works as a designer for companies YuugaKemistri and iRAW.

Images / Sophie Filomena

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Into Lara Paulussen's Illustrated Forest Finery

There is magic happening in the thick, dense forests of Lara Paulussen's making. The Germany-based illustrator, an avid fan of tea, books, gardens and the things in between, depicts lovely landscapes into moving graphic animations. I find that she has a keen eye for the little details; the fluttering of the insect's wings, the dance of the grass, the hopping of the frogs. All these are eloquently expressed in finely textured illustrations, like a slice of life in nature's drama.

I would love to step into Lara's imaginative world where these magical scenes exist.

Images / Lara Paulussen

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Sad Ghosts, Night Walks And Melancholies in Cute Comics

Halloween isn't here yet, but let this be your first nightmare-ish treat. Don't get me wrong; ghosts have nightmares too, like this particularly cute one made by designers / entrepreneurs Lize Meddings and Laura Cox.

The frighteningly adorable series follows the becoming of a ghost and is hosted on SAD GHOST CLUB at Tumblr. If you're a fan, you can support this cutie's journey on finding itself by purchasing its goods.

PS: Lonely people (and ghosts), you don't have to feel alone. There's a whole bunch of you (including me) wanting to reach out, with arms stretched wide, so that you can feel warmth. You're never alone.

Images / Lize Meddings

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Adventures Under the Fabric by Monica Rohan

I enjoy Monica Rohan's work. Under the piles of sheets, there seems to be a lot going on; a sort of topsy-turvy while a character adjusts to one position. Think of finding the best side to sleep. The depicted narrative looks so simple: one just gets covered with a full bed cover, but the colors and the composition makes it appear as if one is going through a tough struggle.

Monica's favorite medium is oil; something which provides the stunning luster of colors on her work.

Images / Monica Rohan

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The Thrill of Nature in Monika Forsberg's Art

Thank you for your returning love for this blog. It's been a week or two since I last made a post, and while my brain has been ON/OFF regarding this writing direction, I find myself always coming back to that little romance of mine: of art. Today, let me share you the work of Swedish artist Monika Forsberg. It's beckoning me to write all about her, even with such a short piece. I know you'll agree.

Her contemporary poppish paintings are delightful; something you'd want to embellish your dull old walls with and turn it into a colorful, nature-inspired wonderland.

Images / Monika Forsberg

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Doodles Come Alive in Daniel Shaffer's Work

Time for some fun, because I think Daniel Shaffer is all about that. There are monsters and forest creatures, quirky strangers and talking watermelons in his world. If you think you're weird, you might be a good fit.

I love his muted, stark pallet and bright contrasts; the well-emphasized reactions and stunning little details that makes it playful to look at. Somehow, I get that post-Adventure Time feeling looking at these drawings. A complete cartoon hangover.

Daniel is currently located at Baltimore, MD and works as a freelance writer. Among his projects: Grey Art Lab (Guts), One Thousand and One Knights (curated by Annie Stoll and Kevin Jay Stanton), and a bunch of cool zines.

Images / Daniel Shaffer

[ohmarvelous]

Life Tidbits And Naughty Nuggets In Grace Helmer's Art

Small Hours comic artist Grace Helmer is a gem. Her illustrations are active stories with a dash of nostalgia, ringing about in vibrant summer days downtown or at the countryside. Looking at her work is relaxing, making me imagine how laid-back a person Grace might be. 

Her style appear to be coarse and organic, but I like the rawness of it. The textures appear to be carelessly intertwining with each of the colors, all bright, like a vintage Southern-themed painting. Her works are totally editorial.  

Images / Grace Helmer

[ohmarvelous]

High Hairs by Melly-Em Clark

Confidence boost, girls; on your majestic manes. Illustrator Melly-Em Clark does an artwork for her back-combed beauties (you know who you are, now slow down on that spray net!). While I hardly pinned my hair like a tower, I too, know the difficulties of having a lion's mane atop my wee little head. But who says it ain't beautiful? 

Rock your hairstyle, ladies. Melly-Em is currently based in Lincoln, UK and has an Etsy shop filled with so much with bad-ass illustrated individuals.

Images / Melly-Em Clark