When Andy Warhol first turned Campbell’s Soup cans into art in the early 1960s, he collapsed the distance between the grocery store aisle and the gallery wall. Decades later, that same image continues to slip easily into new cultural spaces — including skate culture. One of the most compelling examples of this crossover appeared at ICFF (International Contemporary Furniture Fair) in 2018, where The Skateroompresented its licensed Andy Warhol Soup Can Skateboard Decks as collectible design objects. Continue reading Eye On Design: Andy Warhol Campbell’s Soup Can Skate Decks→
Terry Crews is a modern Renaissance man with accolades in football, entertainment, art, and design. This wallcovering collaboration with Astek commercial and residential wall covering pays homage to his diverse talents and multifaceted career by recognizing the figures that have inspired him along the way. Continue reading Eye On Design: Iconographic Wallpaper By Terry Crews→
Officially called Crowd: Wheres Warhol? this shocking pink design from Brooklyn-based wallpaper experts Flavor Paper depicts a 1963 silkscreen print based off a 1955 newswire photograph taken of St. Peter’s Square in Rome on Easter Sunday. Continue reading Pink Thing of The Day: Where’s Warhol Wallpaper→
There are many reasons to look forward to Fall in NYC — cooler temps for one! What I’m most excited about though is the return of my favorite design event, Salon Art + Design: the immersive design experience that shows all the other art fairs how it’s done. As the leading collectible design and art fair (produced by Sanford L. Smith + Associates), Salon Art + Design, taking place annually at NYC’s Park Avenue Armory, has just announced its 13th edition,. This year’s fair will run from November 7th to 11th, 2024, so get ready for some great fun and inspiration. Continue reading Eye On Design: Salon Art + Design Announces its 13th Edition with New Exhibitors and More!→
Pop art has long enthralled audiences. Originating in the 1950s and 60s, its vibrant colors, bold imagery, and whimsical themes continue to delight viewers today. By integrating pop art projects into classrooms, teachers can foster creative thought and expand cultural understanding by engaging their students with contemporary culture, while giving them a chance to express themselves visually through dynamic projects. This article presents several engaging pop art projects suitable for students that bring vibrant creativity into any learning experience! Continue reading Pop Art Projects for Students: Bringing Colorful Creativity to the Classroom→
