Design – Phalena Atelier

Posted on October 29, 2021 by marikokoda under Art, Design, Illustration, Sculpture

It took me by pleasant surprise to discover that behind this fab brand was hiding Serenella, an old Academy school mate of mine. I had no doubt that she would be a successful artist, and this is just the proof of what I thought! I am so proud to see her evolution into this intriguing design concept.

Phalena Atelier (by Serenella Tommassini) delivers a series of handmade pieces as jewellery, ceramics and illustration – all dipped into mythical, folk and symbolist stories. The beautiful aesthetic is the “fil rouge” that put all together, and brings us into a magic and mysterious atmosphere.

You can also find her on Instagram.

Inspired – Linden Eller

Posted on October 4, 2021 by marikokoda under abstract, Art, collage, Illustration, paintings

It was pretty challenging to pick just a few of the pieces of this amazing artist – Linden Eller has an enchanted aesthetic that she express through collages, paintings and illustrations. I like how she can mix these 3 techniques together in a very consistent way.

Below you can see some of the collages of her series Dear Sincerely, but when you have time I will highly recommend you to check all the rest. You can shop her artworks here, and follow her on instagram here.

Alice De Miramon – Layered Art

Posted on September 24, 2021 by marikokoda under Art, drawings, Illustration, paintings, portraits, vintage

You cannot deny it – the French artist Alice De Miramon can transform everything she touches into a beautiful, colourful and powerful art piece.

I love how she uses very old vintage papers as a medium to paint over her delicate feminine subjects. She also experiments a lot, paintings on vintage objects or textiles as well. No matter where she paints, you can recognise her “fauvism” inspired touch.

You can also find her on Instagram.

Armi Teva – Face Sculptures

Posted on September 3, 2021 by marikokoda under Art, Design, Illustration, Sculpture

The ceramic face sculptures by the Finnish artist and illustrator Armi Teva are quite magic. I love how she puts so much colour and details on each creation, they look like they are ready to talk!

You can see more of her works on the official website, while you can purchase them on her online shop.

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Amy Hastings Illustrations

Posted on August 13, 2021 by marikokoda under abstract, Design, etsy, Illustration, paintings

I love how the UK designer Amy Hastings can transform and give a unique style to each object she touches.

From vintage porcelain ornaments, to bags, shoes and more. Her illustrations have a beautiful and peculiar colour palette, that makes each work so pleasant to the eyes. Along with classic works on paper, she also makes stunning handmade cushions and rugs, such a talent!

You can find her on Instagram and Etsy.

Inspired – Helena Pallarés

Posted on June 14, 2021 by marikokoda under Art, collage, Illustration

So elegant!

I am totally in love with the collage works by Helena Pallarés, I was lucky enough to see her fab works live during The Other Art Fair in London.

She creates minimal colour block portraits using a mixture of illustration and collage, and the result is visually appealing and clean.

You can follow her on Instagram, and purchase her prints and originals here and here.