Sculptures, canvases, exhibits and installations are just a few of the ways that artists are expressing themselves in these May 2016 art ideas. Some of the most intriguing new creations include 3D-printed replicas of classical paintings, hand-painted fridges and morphing digital canvases with art created through complicated algorithms.
Brands are actively participating in the creation and sales of accessible art. For instance, IKEA created an Art Photography collection with works from famed contemporary artists around the world at affordable prices, Nike set up an exhibit at this year's Milano Design Week called 'The Nature of Motion,' and Motorola collaborated with a street artist for the release of a special-edition smartphone. The desire for consumers to capture and document daily lives is causing a newfound appreciation for art and design, and with it, a revival of accessible art.
Top 60 Art Innovations in May
From Accessible Art Collections to Digital Algorithm Paintings:
Laura McQuarrie — May 1, 2016 — Art & Design
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Incognito Grayscale Portraits
Japanese Photographer Zezn Captures Artistic Shots of Herself
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Monumental Wave Photography
Warren Keelan Captures Incredible Swells Off the Shores of Australia
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Gradient Black Tattoos
These Dotwork Tattoo Designs by Pawel Indulski Blend Into the Skin
57
Alien Planet-Like Photography
Celestial Series by David Brodeur Appears to Embrace a Candy Land
56
Luminous Wall Decor Art
The Startonight Wall Mural Decals Transition Scenes in Different Lights
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Breathtaking Landscape Photography
Alexandre Felix Captures Epic Images of the Great Outdoors
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Suspended Steel Bard Strutures
Steven Follen Celebrates Shakespeare With a 3D Bust Made from Stars
53
Chewing Gum Sculptures
Unwrapped by Sam Kaplan is a Mind-Boggling Intricate Photo Series
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Artfully Handcrafted Motorcycles
'k101' is a BMW-Inspired Motorcycle Made by Artists and Designers
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3D-Printed Classical Portraits
These Prints Render Famed Works of Art into Dimensional Figurines
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Abstract Paper Sculptures
Paper Drawings by Marit Roland is Comprised of Stunning Artworks
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Digital Algorithm Paintings
Steve Turner's Art Moves Create a Composition Appealing to the Viewer
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Branded Design Exhibits
The Nature of Motion Exhibit Aims to Connect Nike to the Design Community
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Hand-Painted Designer Fridges
The Frigoifero D’arte is Refrigerator Covered in Sicilian Artwork
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Macro Peacock Photography
Waldo Nell's Macro Images Capture the Intricate Details of Bird Feathers
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Abandoned Manhole Art
Installation Artist Biancoshock Turns Manholes into Cramped Miniature Rooms
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Sweetly Surreal Photography
Artist Sydney Sie Creates Playfully Abstract Images
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Vintage Topography Wall Art
This Vintage World Map Mural Can be Hung or Used as Wallpaper
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Sublime Pink Islands
Christo et Jeanne-Claude Creates a Colorful Installation in Miami
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Forgotten Space Photography
Court Yard by TJ Tambellini is Full of Beautiful Compositions & Color
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3D-Printed Classical Art
The Next Rembrandt Paves the Way for Futuristic Forgery
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Candy-Colored Resin Flooring
Peter Zimmermann Creates a Gorgeous Layered Effect on the Ground
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Pop Culture Fashion Diagrams
Etsy's BeautifulPeaceShop Celebrates Television and Film Wardrobes
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Suspended Origami Street Art
Mademoiselle Maurice Outdoor Installations are Made Using Paper
36
Architectural LEGO Creations
These LEGO Versions of Architectural Wonders Are Truly Awe-Inspiring
35
Artisan Ceiling Fans
The Haiku Smart Fans Now Come with Hand-Painted Designs
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Topographical Slated Seating Solutions
The 'Peak' Lounge Chair and Footstool are Made from Birch
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Mesh Church Reconstructions
This Artist Used Wire Mesh to Recreate an Early Christian Church
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Colorful Conceptual Glassware
Jacqueline Terpins Designs a Collection of Artistically Quirky Cups
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Foggy City Photography
Radu Negru Captures Ethereal and Stereotypical Shots of London
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VR Painting Apps
Tilt Brush Lets You Create Paintings In Three-Dimensional Space
29
Oversized Coloring Canvases
Perfectly Smitten's Giant Coloring Book Page is Ideal for Classrooms
28
Laid-Back Californian Photography
Americana by Garrod Kirkwood Captures Essence of West Coast Life
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Rustic Artist Residences
Musician Vedran Ruzic Transforms a Brick-Clad Home into His Atelier
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Wall-to-Wall Coloring Books
The Giant Coloring Roll Turns the Childhood Pastime into Wallpaper Art
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Illuminating Wall Artwork
The YOY 'Depth' Blurs the Line Between Artwork and Illumination
24
Abstract Plant Art
Paper/Plant by Martina Lang is a Graphic Hide and Seek Series
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Faceless Feminine Portraits
Denise Grunstein's Conceptual Photography Features Ambiguous Subjects
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Cinematic Cafe Photography
Blaise Arnold Captures Lonely Cars and Bistros Before They Disappear
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Alchemy Art Dioramas
These Paper Sculptures Feature Lifelike Versions of Animals and Plants
20
Graffiti Artist-designed Surfboards
The Stampd x Futura Surfboard is a Functional Work of Art
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Graphic Wall Panels
Neasden Control Centre Teams Up with Blik for Giant Artistic Decals
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Southern Art Museum Hotels
The 21c Hotel Louisville is a Hybrid Art Gallery and Boutique Hotel
17
Frozen Landscape Photography
Daniel Beltrá's Imagery Explores Global Warming and Climate Change
16
Smart Spray Paint Systems
This Spray Paint System Makes Use Of Webcam-Aided Instructions
15
Global Food Artwork
United Nation's Shares an International Group Installation on Food
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Accessible Art Collections
The IKEA Art Photography Line Brings Fine Art into Everyday Homes
13
Crescent Viking Museums
The AART Architects Conceptual Building Design Opts for a Curved Aesthetic
12
Cheeky Comic Illustrations
Andrea Chronopoulos Creates Retro-Like Editorial Artwork for Magazines
11
Virtual Reality Museums
The Tennessee State Museum Will Appeal to a New Generation with VR Tech
10
Canned Meat-Themed Museums
The Spam Museum Celebrates the History of Canned Meat
9
Misplaced Monument Photography
Anton Repponen Takes New York Structures Out of Natural Habitat
8
Graffiti Artist-Designed Smartphones
This Special Edition Smartphone is Designed by Futura
7
Demolished City Tables
Ezri Tarazi's Latest Design Project Pays Tribute to War-Torn City Aleppo
6
Pizza-Themed Museums
The 'US Pizza Museum' Will Celebrate the Cheesy Italian Dish
5
Chic Craft Channels
The Crafty Chica Online Channel Targets Hispanics
4
Birdcage Lamp Speakers
The 'JinGoo' Lamp Speaker Adds a Decorative Touch to Living Spaces
3
Artwork-Identifying Apps
The 'Magnus' App Provides Art Information with Just a Picture
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Interactive Museum Apps
The New Broad Museum App Uses Location Technology to Enhance Engagement
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Precisely Painted Murals
Purdy Creates a Brick Wall Mural by Adding Color Only to the Mortar
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Temporary Luxury Brand Installations
Burberry's Landscape Series Produces Site-Specific Art
AI-Generated Real-World Transformations
AI-Artist Who Gives a Unique Design to Real Objects
Venetian-Inspired Museum Designs
The Conceptual Floating Glass Museum is AI-Generated
Sun-Inspired Art Exhibitions
YOSHIROTTEN Unveils Large-Scale Installation 'SUN' Art Exhibition
Oil Painting-Inspired Rugs
Antonio Santín Presents a New Collection of Intricate Rugs
AI-Generated Soup Can Art
The Campbell’s 'pAIntings' Initiative is Inspired by Artistic Greats
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Futuristic 3D-Printed Decor Collections
The Sekisai 'CO-BREATHING OBJECTS' Range is Ultra-Modern
Immersive Multi-Sensory Exhibitions
Divina Dalí Combines the Genius of Dalí and Dante Alighieri
Three-Dimensional Art Exhibits
3D Doubt Your Eyes Exhibition Opens in Toronto
Cosmic-Themed Art Exhibitions
Awol Erizku’s Newest Exhibition Has Space, Basketball, and Hip Hop
French Museum-Themed Tech Accessories
The Louvre Museum and CASETiFY Join Forces on a Capsule
Art Museum-Inspired Campaigns
Kachorovska's Latest Campaign is Located in a Ukranian Museum
Vibrant Design Collections
Ali Beletic and Her Studio Launch the Neon Primitivism Series
AI-Generated Art Galleries
Amsterdam’s New Art Gallery Displays Artwork Made by AI
Incredibly Vibrant Homeware Collections
IKEA's Nytillverkad Captures One's Eye Immediately
AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series
Emilio Alarcón Develops a New Series of Photos Using MidJourney
Vibrant Pop-Up Galleries
Elizabeth Sutton Launches a Pop-Up Gallery and Studio in New York City
Psychedelic Sculptural Art Installations
The Frank Stella: Recent Sculpture Exhibition Opens in NY
Street Art Metaverses
LG OLED & Shepard Fairey Teamed up for a Frieze Los Angeles Exhibition
Digital Art-Inspired Timepieces
Hublot and Takashi Marakami Join Forces on a Capsule of Watches
AR-Revived Premium Art Projects
Musée de Louvre and Snapchat Presents the Egypt Augmented Project
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Mixed-Reality Cola Billboards
This 3D Coca-Cola Billboard Dispenses Real, Cold Drinks
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
Fine Art-Inspired Fashion
Pacsun & The Met Collaborated on a Covetable Apparel Capsule
Painterly Air Purifiers
Airmega 250 ART x Hailyhills Purifiers Clean Homes in an Artful Way
Craftsmanship-Centric Artful Exhibitions
OMA Designs the Loewe Crafted World Exhibition
Television-Showcased Abstract Art
OG OLED Lounge Unveils Some Korean Abstract Artwork
Sustainable Artist Endeavors
CASETiFY Launches a New Artistic Upcycling Project Called Re/CASETiFY
Wearable Art Watches
Masterpiece On Your Wrist Makes Art from the Louvre Wearable
Traveling Fine Art Campaigns
EasyJet's Get Out There Features Mona Lisa, The Thinker and More
Upcycled Object Exhibitions
Nendo and Daniel Arsham Design, Break, and Create Functional Objects
Artwork-Inspired Timepiece Collections
The MoMA x Swatch Collection Showcases Classic Artwork
AI Art Tools
Muse Pro Let's iPad Users Enhance Their Paint and Design Projects
Playful Furniture Exhibits
SFMOMA Presents Conversation Pieces: Contemporary Furniture in Dialogue
Heritage-Honoring Artful Posters
Herman Miller Adds to the Archival Poster Collection
Contemporary Smartphone Exhibitions
Ester Bruzkus Architekten Designs 'The World in My Hand'
Artist-Inspired Dynamic Basketballs
round21 Designs Basketballs Inspired by Basquiat and Haring
Artwork Investment Platforms
Masterworks Art Investing Offers Shares of Famous Works
Perception-Challenging Art Exhibitions
Raise the Moral Studio Presents the Becoming Familiar Show
AI-Generated Cancer Exhibitions
Gallery of Hope Uses AI to Picture Patients' Future Memories
Bespoke AI-Powered Art
Coke Asks Consumers to Create AI-Generated Art with its New AI Platform
AI-Fueled Sustainable Product Series
SPACE10 and oio studio Add AI to Products of Place
Museum-Approved Artist Collaborations
The Museum of Graffiti is Unveiling Three Exclusive Collabs
Sportswear Imprint Art Exhibitions
adidas Originals Presents the Originals Newcastle Exhibition
Avant-Garde Coffee Table Books
New Society Hosts 'Decentralization, Please Save Culture' Event
Playful Creativity-Focused Campaigns
Sharpie® Launches the World is Your Canvas Tour
Collectible Circular Design Exhibitions
Isola Presents Nothing Happens if Nothing Happens
Plastic-Exploring Art Exhibitions
The Everlasting Plastics Exhibition Explores Plastic Dependency
Global AI Art Contests
Shutterstock and the UN Partner for the Canvas of the Future
Creativity-Promoting AI Tools
Desenio Has Introduced the Empowerning 'Imaginator Ai Creator'
Artistic Auto Showcases
The 20th BMW Art Car Was Unveiled at the Guggenheim Museum
Sustainable Artist-Inspired Shoes
Cariuma Presents a New Series of Sneakers Inspired by Van Gogh
Pop Art-Style Blocked Portraits
Ai Weiwei Presents Ai in Red Made from Bright LEGO Bricks
Intricate Fiber Art Exhibitions
Threadwork: Women Redefining Fiber Arts Opens at Saatchi
Painting-Inspired Office Accessories
Guillaume Delvigne Draws Inspiration from Henri Matisse
Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions
Arran Gregory Presents the Invisible Figures Series
Hand-Painted Collaborative Fashion
Sessions Art Club Joins Toogood on a New Collection
Playful Interactive Galleries
PLAY by American Express Platinum Reimagines Toys as Art Pieces
Danish Design Exhibitions
Fritz Hansen Curated EXPRESSIONS of CHARACTER in Copenhagen
Organic Illuminated Artful Series
Lindset Adelman Unveils the Cages, Mobiles, and Rock Lights
Evolved Vibrant Graffiti Art
Jan Kaláb Showcases The Evolution of His Bright Artwork
Iconic Artwork Watch Collaborations
These Artful Watches Feature Masterpieces from the MET
Upcycled Sculptural Exhibitions
Madeline Continues to Grow her EPS [Expanded Polystyrene] Series
AI Room Designers
IKEA Canada Launches a New AI Room Design Feature for Enhanced Customization
Immersive Art-Technology Installations
WNDR Museum Boston Will Feature 20 Exhibitions
Asia-Honoring Artisanal Handmade Designs
IKEA Presents its MÄVINN Collection Celebrates Asia
Digital City-Inspired Art Works
New Digital Art is on Display in Grand Central Station
Experimental Biomaterial Art Exhibitions
Copenhagen Contemporary Opens the Reset Materials Show
Innovative Makeup Brushes
Artís Revolutionizes the Makeup Application Experience
Immersive Furniture Company Exhibitions
IKEA Unveils the Future Together Exhibition at MDW
3D Art Presentation Platforms
ANASAEA Introduces Groundbreaking Technology in the Art Industry
Intersecting Dimensional Art Sculptures
Amy Cushing and Lara Sparey Present DIORAMA
Colorful Patterned Infinity Exhibitions
Yayoi Kusama Presents I Spend Each Day Embracing Flowers
Street Artist Digitalized Exhibitions
LG OLED and Shepard Fairey Showcase Digital Street Art
Collaboration Artistic Smartphone Cases
These Samsung Galaxy Accessories Showcase Emerging Artists
Inflated Dynamic Design Exhibitions
Vienna Design Week Hosts the Series Exhibition this Year
Juxtaposing Digital Art Exhibitions
TRAME and ARTXCODE Presents the RIFLESSI Exhibition
Hip-Hop-Influenced Art Installations
B-side: (Broken) Memory and Remix Presents the BRIC House
Tactile Gallery Buildings
AMAA Designs the Threshold and Treasure Art Gallery in Italy
Smart TV Museum Partnerships
The Samsung Art Store Has Collaborated with a New York Museum
Designer-Artist Exploration Exhibits
The Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity Debuts an Exhibit
Playfully Bright Furniture Exhibitions
Meritalia Showcases the Everything is Gonna be Alright Show
Reimagined Puzzled Artful Paintings
Mecesoo Creates the LEGO Portrait of a Woman in a Hat
Worldly Paint Collections
Dstrezzed x We are WOW Makers Shares Travel-Inspired Hues
Contemporary Television Artwork
Samsung and Marimekko Unveil a Project for The Frame
Childlike Characters Art Exhibitions
Kenny Scharf Unveil New Art Exhibition at The Journal Gallery
Anniversary-Honoring Streetwear Graphics
BAPE Celebrates its 30th Year with the BAPE GALLERY
Natural Japanese Art Galleries
Brazil's Yayoi Kusama Gallery Features a Nature-Inspired Design
AI-Powered Pain Visualization Experiences
Panadol Hosted the Art of Release Experience
Rattan Sculptural Art Installations
Enter Projects Asia Completes a Private Thai Art Gallery
AI-Enabled Cabinet Capsules
Amin Saadat Designs a New Collection of Dynamic Furniture
Mesmerizing Fluid Art Installations
Dutch Invertuals Creates the Flow Fountain Installation
Sensory Explorative Art Exhibitions
Chromasonic Presents the Making Sense of Color Exhibition
Artful Reflective Art Exhibitions
Rice Roshan Showcases The Space in Between Exhibit
Live-In Art Gallery Homes
Casa Galeria is a Home That Doubles as an Art Gallery
Medicine-Inspired Artful Shows
Beverly Fishman Presents the Something for the Pain Exhibition
Art-Inspired NFT Shirts
Prada Delivers an Art-Themed Shirt for its 'Timecapsule NFT Collection'
Culturally Inspired Smartphone Accessories
The Samsung Accessories Lineup Showcases Artists
Generative AI Historical Art
Google Presents the Art Selfie 2 Feature Fusing Art and Selfies
Futile Material Design Exhibitions
Objective Gallery Presents Please Sit for an Alternate Ending
Gem-Like Sculptural Art Exhibitions
Fred Eversley Showcases Cylindrical Lenses in New York
Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits
Abelardo Morell Presents the New Ground Exhibition
Interactive AR Galleries
Chips Ahoy's Happy By Design Campaign Spotlights Multicultural Artists
Virtual DEI Exhibits
DRDA ART's 'New Horizons. Echoes of Unity' Exhibit Features Global Talent
Large-Scale Sculpture Exhibitions
Desert X Invites 12 International Designers to Participate
Red-Accented Artist Exhibitions
The Art of Richard MacDonald Gallery Presents the RED Collection
Artful Various Rug Collections
cc-tapis Presents a Range of New Rug Collections in Milan
Large-Scale Airport Installations
Hank Willis Thomas and Coby Kennedy Create the Reach Sculpture
Artwork-Inspired Vibrant Watches
Swatch and Tate Join Forces on the Gallery Collection
Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork
Kayla Rumpp's Art is Seen as Both Painting and Sculptural
Technology Connection Art Exhibitions
Design Agency Here Unveils the Code/Craft/Chaos Exhibition
All-White Interior Artful Galleries
Samsøe Samsøe Highlights a Blank Canvas in New Pop-Up
Stool-Inspired Design Exhibitions
Daisuke Motogi Presents the Hackability of the Stool Show
Vibrant Furniture Collection Expansions
The Sight Unseen Collection Continues to Grow
Creativity-Supporting Art Apps
The 'Blank' App Uses AI to Create Custom Art Based on Prompts
Life-Exploring Colorful Furniture
Arper Presents Five New Collections of Vibrant Furniture
Striking Wearable Sculpture
Jared Zhang Launches a Wearable Sculpture in No Minimum Online Auction
Contemporary Art Puzzle Sets
LEGO's Modern Art Building Set is a Great Buildable Decor
Avant-Garde Sculptural Editions
Avant Arte and James Jean: A Sculptural Collab for Art Enthusiasts
AI-Digital Wall Art Features
Amazon Announced the Fire TV Ambient Experience Feature
Artist-Dedicated Gallery Spaces
Instituto Inhotim Recently Unveiled Galeria Yayoi Kusama in Brazil
3D Classic Art Collections
Guillaume Delvigne Creates the Les Mille et Une Nuits Collection
Reimagined Impressionist Paintings
AT&T Partners with Smartify to Highlight 5G Technology and AR
Kyoto-Inspired Solo Art Exhibitions
Philadelphia Gallery Displayed Ode to Kyoto and It's Wild Here
Craft Prize Artful Exhibitions
Loewe Presents the Installations from its Foundation Craft Prize
Lightning-Inspired Artful Exhibitions
Ugo Rondinone Presents the Bright Light Shining Installation
Mobile Artwork Purchasing Platforms
The 'Cohart' Platform Supports Modern Art Buyers and Sellers
Expressive Unique Furniture Designs
ÆTHER/MASS Continues to Grow Experimental Design Products
Unseen Artist Masterpieces
A Hidden Chamber Reveals Michelangelo's Untold Works
Dynamic Artful Car Designs
Julie Mehretu Unveils the Art-Adorned BMW M Hybrid V8 Car
Artist-Themed Apparel Collections
Buttercloth Launches a Collection with the Van Gogh Museum
Bi-Culture-Inspired Art Exhibitions
Tomokazu Matsuyama Unveils 'Episodes Far From Home' Exhibition
Collaborative Monochromatic Art Exhibitions
KATSU and Frédéric Platéus Unveil 'DAS INTELLIGENCE'
Historic Contemporary Sculptural Artwork
The New KAWS:HOLIDAY Lands in Indonesia for its 10th Stop
Material-Accented Dreamscape Exhibits
Solidnature Displays Its Material Prowess with a New Exhibit
Artistic Black History Decor
These New Meijer's Products Celebrate Black History Month
Digital-Themed Glitchy Visual Wallpapers
JUPIER 10 Presents the Glitch Wallpaper Collection
Generative AI Beverage Ads
The Coca‑Cola® Masterpiece Campaign Leverages AI to Create Visual Magic