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The best art books to enjoy in the summer of 2022

Creative Boom

Ranging from painting to photography, each takes a deep dive into its respective subject to help educate, inform and entertain you in equal measure. What Artists Wear by Charlie Porter. On the one hand, there's a long-running stereotype of artists and bohemians wearing black, featureless clothing.

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Dror Cohen's paintings use simple forms and bold colours to create a poetic sense of space

Creative Boom

The world of illustration contains many wonderful artists who cram their pictures with intricate details and dazzling colours in order to attract attention. Dror followed this passion through to higher education, where she studied illustration at Bezalel in Jerusalem, then later for one semester at HAW in Hamburg.

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Ian Morris on what it takes to be a successful children's book illustrator

Creative Boom

Award-winning children's book illustrator Ian Morris reveals how he broke into the industry, why he prefers older artists, and what he keeps in mind when drawing for young audiences. Origin story Like many artists, Ian can remember the work that initially grabbed his attention.

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That back-to-school feeling: how to boost your creative skills this autumn

Creative Boom

Primarily printmaking and gouache painting. That's the approach artist consultant Meike Brunkhorst is pursuing right now. You could always consider applying for financial support, allowing you to take time off to pursue new educational opportunities. "I Lettering artist and author Jessica Hische offers a fine example to follow.

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August 2024 Opportunities: Open Calls, Residencies, and Grants for Artists

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“Hymn to the Big Wheel” by Liz West Every month, Colossal shares opportunities for artists and designers, including open calls, grants, fellowships, and residencies. The project budget is $6,000 with an additional $1,000 artist stipend. Chorus Arts ‘Featured Artists’ 2024/2025 (U.K.) There is a €29 entry fee.

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November 2023 Opportunities: Open Calls, Residencies, and Grants for Artists

Colossal

Mural by Adele Renault Every month, Colossal shares a selection of opportunities for artists and designers, including open calls, grants, fellowships, and residencies. 3,500 Artist Grants | The Hopper Prize Featured The Hopper Prize offers two awards of $3,500 and four of $1,000. Thirty artists will be selected for a shortlist.

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February 2024 Opportunities: Open Calls, Residencies, and Grants for Artists

Colossal

Illustration by Marija Tiurina Every month, Colossal shares a selection of opportunities for artists and designers, including open calls, grants, fellowships, and residencies. The Susannah Kelly Art Award Featured The newly launched Susannah Kelly Art Award offers three $2,000 grants for artists working in drawing, painting, and sculpting.

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