Archive of ‘ART’ category

ART: INDOOR/OUTDOOR SCULPTURAL STATEMENTS

There are several reasons why sculpture is important in art and culture and one of the most significant of those is that it’s a tangible representation of human creativity and imagination – conveying a wide range of emotions, ideas, and messages, and it often also captures historical moments and cultural values… Nicky Summer, Lifestyle Designer […] Read more…

ROMANCING THE STONE: ELEANOR CARDOZO

I lose track of all time when I’m in my studio working to beautiful music, hours can pass when I am ‘in the zone’ and it often feels as though someone else is doing the work through me! As the quote from the French author André Gide goes: ‘Art is a collaboration between God and […] Read more…

KATARINA TIFFT: THE SHELL SEEKER

I create because I enjoy the process; I want my art to make people stop for a moment, stare, take a step closer, and evoke an urge to touch and feel the texture – to me, this is like speaking to people through the beauty of art…” Katarina Tifft, shell artist Katarina Tifft is an […] Read more…

TURNED FROM STONE: JAMES MITCHELL MARBLE

Sculptor James Mitchell is a well known figure in the building, developing and interior design worlds, producing marble and stone features to enhance properties internationally. His company is able to create pieces as diverse as contemporary baths sculpted out of marble through to traditional fireplaces and travertine surrounds that wouldn’t look out of place in […] Read more…

‘SOLACE’: A SCULPTURE FOR OUR TIMES

ABOVE: ‘SOLACE’ by glass and metalwork sculptors Layne Rowe and Ryan Harms For centuries the power of flight has influenced mythological creatures such as Pegasus and angels; these glass wings are a symbol of freedom, unity, strength and power – yet providing a sense of humility“ Layne Rowe The ‘SOLACE’ sculpture is statement piece for […] Read more…

PLANET EARTH IS BLUE: ERLEUCHTEN LAMPS

One word stands out in luxury lifestyle today: ’bespoke’; few UHNW clients are prepared to accept off-the-shelf clothing or accessories for the home; this explains the boom in handcrafted footwear, artisan skincare and unique pieces of art. Essentially, the creator can name their own price due to the high quality of materials used, plus the […] Read more…

ALAN WALSH: EVERY PICTURE TELLS A STORY

BY NICKY SUMMER Alan Walsh is a British artist and gallery owner based in Monaco who specialises in Riviera and motorsport themed art; through bringing his works to life with bright, bold colours that express positivity and happiness, his works are clean and uncluttered – a reflection of how he believes the world should be. […] Read more…