The Oudemanhuispoort courtyard is a hidden gem in the city center. Tucked between Kloveniersburgwal and Oudezijds Achterburgwal, it’s part of a 17th-century complex originally built as a shelter for the elderly. Now owned by the University of Amsterdam, it hosts the Faculty of Humanities and student housing.
The courtyard is accessed through a covered passage known for its secondhand book market. Midway, a door opens to the quiet garden with benches, a lawn, and rose bushes… A calm escape in the heart of the city.
Thought I'd clear out some material. I've not done functional pieces, well not many, in more than 6yrs. They used to be such a critical part of my survival. Now, I only do them when I want.
A modest post-WWII building in #Munich is elevated in appearance by the relief #sculpture of an eagle above the entrance. ca. 1950 #architecture#facade
RETECH @retech.bsky.social · now Artcrawl in a week. Thought I'd clear out some material. I've not done functional pieces, well not many, in more than 6yrs. They used to be such a critical part of my survival. Now, I only do them when I want.
La semaine prochaine, "j'accroche" une exposition. Aujourd'hui, j'ai refait "un cœur sur la main" car le précédent s'était vendu. #decoupe#plasma#sculpture #HJP SCULPTURE
Mysterious Creatures Emerge from Recycled Materials in Sculptures by Spencer Hansen via Colossal [Shared]
Long-legged creatures don otherwordly masks in sculptures by Bali-based artist Spencer Hansen, whose work explores identity and connection through a cast of uncanny characters. Using primarily natural, found, and recycled materials like wood, metal, bone, plant fibers, and ceramic, he draws inspiration from surrounding environment and frequent travels. Originally from Idaho, he relocated to Bali where he built a workshop that houses studios and live-work space for a team of skilled artisans who help to bring the pieces to life.
