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Art, Illustration

Art History ABCs with Illustrator Paul Twa

July 22, 2022
By Barbara Kowalski
Paul Twa's ABCs of Art History

Earlier this year, Canadian graphic designer and illustrator Paul Twa completed a 36 Days of Type project on which he took us on a trip through art history. Day by day, Paul travelled back to an art movement or era by illustrating each letter and number in that era’s style. From cave paintings to Art […]

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Museum Dives

The Rich World of Mexican Folk Art

July 14, 2022
By Barbara Kowalski

One of the most striking aspects of Mexican culture is its deep tradition of folk art. The custom of making things by hand is so deeply rooted that art and colour practically seep into every aspect of life. Artistic traditions are everywhere: from market stalls to ordinary homes, in everyday cooking utensils and street murals, […]

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Print History

Medieval to Modern: The Evolution of Valentine’s Cards

February 14, 2022
By Design Dives

Happy Valentine’s Day, and welcome to the inaugural post of Design Dives! Valentine’s Day: what comes up for you when you think about this day? You’d be forgiven for dismissing it as a commercial holiday. Luckily, exchanging cards on February 14th goes beyond crass consumerism—it’s partaking in a 600-year-old tradition, joining the likes of medieval […]

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