Edwardian architecture
Edwardian architecture is the style popular during King Edward VII of the United Kingdom's reign; he reigned from 1901 to 1910, but the architecture style is generally considered to be indicative of the years 1901 to 1914.[1] Edwardian architecture is generally less ornate than high or late Victorian architecture,[2] apart from a subset used for major buildings known as Edwardian Baroque architecture. Characteristics[edit] Colour: lighter colours were used; the use of gas and later electric lights caused designers to be less concerned about the need to disguise soot buildup on walls compared to Victorian era architecture.[2]Patterns: "Decorative patterns were less complex; both wallpaper and curtain designs were more plain."[2]Clutter: "There was less clutter than in the Victorian era. Architectural influences[edit] See also[edit] References[edit] Further reading[edit] External links[edit]
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Victor Horta
Victor, Baron Horta (6 January 1861 - 8 September 1947) was a Belgian architect and designer. John Julius Norwich described him as "undoubtedly the key European Art Nouveau architect." Indeed, Horta is one of the most important names in Art Nouveau architecture; the construction of his Hôtel Tassel in Brussels in 1892-3 means that he is sometimes credited as the first to introduce the style to architecture from the decorative arts. The French architect Hector Guimard was deeply influenced by Horta and further spread the "whiplash" style in France and abroad. Life and career[edit] Born in Ghent, Horta was first attracted to the architectural profession when he helped his uncle on a building site at the age of twelve. When Horta's father died in 1880, he returned to Belgium and moved to Brussels, married his first wife, with whom he later fathered two daughters, and went to study architecture at the Académie Royale des Beaux-Arts. Art Nouveau[edit] Twentieth century[edit] Heritage[edit]
How to Turn Film Roll Canisters Into Rad Invites
Film roll canisters: these little but sturdy metal containers protect our precious film. Yet for all their help, they get discarded during the film process, made to wander aimlessly through a sad landfill. Restore them back to life (and glory) by turning your film roll canisters into nifty little invitations! It’s the perfect way to give your pals the FYI about your next snazzy summer shindig or announce that wedding bells are a-ringing. Recycle and indulge in your love for all things photography with this DIY! Make Film Roll Invites Cuz This is How We Like to Roll It’s a photog’s take on a message in a bottle—but with no ocean needed to deliver it! Inspired from the film roll wedding invites of photographer couple Trevor and Larissa, these would make fun unique snail mail that recipients are sure to “oooo” and “ahhh” over. Besides making neat-o invites, they’d also be fun alternatives to any plain-old letter, notecard or postcard you’d normally send to your bestie or awesome pen-pal.
Art Deco
Historian Bevis Hillier defined Art Deco as "an assertively modern style [that] ran to symmetry rather than asymmetry, and to the rectilinear rather than the curvilinear; it responded to the demands of the machine and of new material [and] the requirements of mass production".[2] During its heyday, Art Deco represented luxury, glamour, exuberance, and faith in social and technological progress. Etymology[edit] The first use of the term Art Deco has been attributed to architect Le Corbusier, who penned a series of articles in his journal L'Esprit nouveau under the headline 1925 Expo: Arts Déco. He was referring to the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes (International Exposition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts).[3] Origins[edit] Joseph Csaky, Deux figures, 1920, relief, limestone, polychrome, 80 cm. At the 1907 Salon d'Automne in Paris, Georges Braque exhibited Viaduc à l'Estaque (a proto-Cubist work), now at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts.
Look again! Super realistic paintings that look like photographs make the mind boggle
By Anna Edwards Published: 14:53 GMT, 18 August 2012 | Updated: 15:22 GMT, 18 August 2012 With their sharp lines, clear colours and distinct shapes, these images look like the work of a gifted photographer. But look closer - a lot closer - and you might do a double-take. Because these are actually oil paintings by Spanish fine artist Pedro Campos. Long legs! Incredible: Everything from the reflection of the tin to the crumpled bag makes this picture worth studying in depth Good enough to eat! This sweetie jar is a treat for the eyes and looks so real it could be a treat for the tastebuds Mr Campos makes his stunning 'hyperealistic' creations using just a canvas, oil paint and paint brushes. And the outstanding results has galleries and the public left reeling with astonishment. Concentrating on every day subjects, the artist's bright pieces are striking, glossy and have a sharp attention to detail. How does he do it?! The clarity of his work is in high demand.
Ersatz
An ersatz (German pronunciation: [ɛrˈzats]) good is a substitute good, usually considered of inferior quality to the good it replaces. It has particular connotations of wartime usage. Etymology[edit] Ersatz is a German word literally meaning substitute or replacement.[1] Although it is used as an adjective in English, Ersatz can only function in German as a noun on its own, or as a part in compound nouns such as Ersatzteile ("spare parts") or Ersatzspieler ("substitute player"). While the term used in English often implies that the substitution is of unsatisfactory or inferior quality compared to the "real thing", it has both connotations in German, depending on the other noun; e.g. The reason for Ersatz being only a noun in German but also an adjective in English is that in German compound nouns are single words formed by concatenating the constituent nouns, while in English the constituents tend to remain separate words. Historical context[edit] World War I[edit] World War II[edit]
Herald
A herald, or, more correctly, a herald of arms, is an officer of arms, ranking between pursuivant and king of arms. The title is commonly applied more broadly to all officers of arms. Heralds were originally messengers sent by monarchs or noblemen to convey messages or proclamations—in this sense being the predecessors of the modern diplomats. Like other officers of arms, a herald would often wear a surcoat, called a tabard, decorated with the coat of arms of his master. There are active official heralds today in several countries, including the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, Canada, and the Republic of South Africa. English Heralds[edit] English Heralds of Arms in Ordinary[edit] English Heralds of Arms Extraordinary[edit] Scottish Heralds[edit] Scottish Heralds of Arms in Ordinary[edit] Scottish Heralds of Arms Extraordinary[edit] Canadian Heralds[edit] Canadian Heralds of Arms In Ordinary[edit] Canadian Heralds of Arms Extraordinary[edit] Canadian Heralds of Arms Emeritus[edit]
