REBEKAH BAUER

Love the work of textile designer Rebekah Bauer. Check out this feature on her at Pattern People.

Blog Love: Patternity

My latest blog obbsession is Patternity. Described as a "creative consultancy" their site is an incredible resource for patterns, of every type, found is the most expected to the most unexpected of places. Here are a few of my favorites. See more at Patternity.co.uk.

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: IWAJLA KLINKE

Must see: work of photographer Iwajla Klinke now at Styx Projects in Berlin. 

Hauntingly beautiful, her portraits explore themes of rituals and adornment. 

Images:  http://www.iwajlaklinke.com/

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: MARKUS LINNENBRINK

One of my favorite artists is Markus Linnenbrink, a german artist living in Brooklyn. I'm particulary drawn to his drip paintings and installations. Using non-traditional materials, his use of color is stunning. Here's a few highlights. Check out his website for more...

Installation view.

Stolen Moments, 2010

Stolen Moments, 2010

My Best Unbeaten Brother

DESIGN CRUSH: GABRIEL HENDIFAR

I often use naturally occurring patterns found in rock formations, topography and the lines of tree trunks in my art, so it came as no surprise to me that I am completely smitten with this dining room designed by Gabriel Hendifar.

Also love these rooms...

Check out more of his work on his website.



See more of his work on his website. http://www.gabrielhendifar.com/http://www.gabrielhendifar.com/

Blog Love

One of my new favorite blogs is Pattern People. Check it out...you will not be disappointed.

(Images: Patternpeople.com from British Vogue)

STUNNING HOME

Can't even take how beautiful this home is. Otto Wagner designed it in 1898 using majolica tiles. It was featured in Marie Claire Maison. I came across it originally on Black Eiffel. Visit their website to see more...

Images: Chicprovence.blogspot.

Marie Claire Maison

Photographer -- Jérôme Galland

And here's a close-up of the tilework:

Image: Wikimedia.com

FAVORITE BLOG: PLUSH PALATE

One of my favorite blogs is Plush Palate. Adore the home of Brooke Shields recently featured on the website, as seen in Architectural Digest. Loving the uniqueness and cosiness of her kitchen. Check out Plush Palate for more visual goodies...

ARTIST SHANE MCADAMS

Recently stumbled upon the work of Brooklyn artist Shane McAdams. I'm particularly drawn to his paintings done in ballpoint pen. See more at his website.

BLOG OF THE WEEK

One blog that I can't seem to get enough of is The Coveteur...stylist Stephanie Mark and designer Erin Kleinberg started the blog as a way of looking into the closets of some of today's biggest tastemakers to uncover hidden inspiration and influences. Jake Rosenberg does all of the photography. If you aren't already hooked...check it out:

CLAUS PORTO SOAP

Love the packaging design of Claus Porto soap.

http://www.clausporto.com/settlingwest.com

Mary Katrantzou

Mary Katrantzou is coming to Topshop this month. Can't wait to see her collection. Here's a sneak peak found on Racked.com:

And in case you missed her Spring 2012 collection, here are a few of my favorites. See more at Style.com.

ARTIST ALIA PENNER

Love this look at artist Alia Penner's studio found on Patternpeople.com. See more of her work here.

And here are some samples of her work:

Photos: Patternpeople.com

ARTIST JOHN SQUIRE

Interesting work by artist John Squire. See more at Johnsquire.com.

Images: Johnsquire.com; Patternpeople.com.

ARTIST AGUSTINA WOODGATE

Incredible work by artist Agustina Woodgate:

Woodgate creates hand-sewn rugs from stuffed animal skins. See more at Woodgate's site.

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