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Apr
2010
30
Jun
2009
80,000 volt electric photography
The gallery below is a very different kind of photography where an actual picture isn’t taken by a camera. A flower or plant is placed onto undeveloped color film and then electrocuted with 80,000 volts of juice that produces this triptastic art/photography. This all sounds simple in theory but believe it or not a singe picture can take over 70 attempts to get the O-SO perfect result. Another neat thing to know is that this art/photography art style has been around since the 1930′s, bet you didn’t know that. 
(Click an image below to enlarge)
16
Jun
2009
Too many cords? Make wall art ;)
As you can see from the image below, turning the nightmare of cords behind your entertainment stuff into a wall of electro art bliss is possible. Don’t sweat it, not all of the outlets are wired….come on, that would take a billion million years! 
Now which outlets work and which are for show?? Hmmm?
10
Jun
2009
Zombie Art
I’m a huge fan of all things zombie such as movies, collectibles, art and books but I have never run across anything as unique as this zombie masterpiece. I suppose thats due to the obvious children theme that was used. Kudos to the creator, you get an A+ for original creativity! 
Zombie Kids - Click for full view
7
Jun
2009
Real recycling
So you set your cans and milk containers out in a bin at the side of your curb and think your “keeping it green” ??? OK, so maybe you are actually helping your best friend the earth out…but, did you know that lots of fossil fuels and energy is needed to convert your curb side junk into usable materials? Well it does! So if you want to actually do 1:1 recycling meaning (pollution and energy free recycling) then turn your glass, plastics and metal into: arts, crafts, new products and even furniture!
- Keeping it real-e-o on the recycling front!
This CD/DVD chair is a prime example of one for one recycling. So what that it will break your ass and wreck your back…your saving the planet! Give yourself a badge! Seriously though, turning your recycling bin into art or usable stuff is a swell idea. Too lazy or not capable of being creative? Well give your cans to a local schools art program…captain planet out!
9
Apr
2009
A comic book you can live in
From the Comic/Manga hotel in Japan.
I keep telling myself that one of these days I’m going to do this effect to one of my rooms. The picture above is an artistic comic book like hotel room some where in Japan, this effect is simply done by limiting everything in the room to 3 colors and by painting a black line on the edge, crease or angle of every object in the room. Sooo perhaps one day when I stop playing “Mr. Lazy Pants“, I will attempt pulling this off.
8
Nov
2008
The Shukri Zazou collection
See this entire collection at www.ultradsa.com
I am proud to introduce you to our newest online community art gallery member Shukri A. Zazou. He has been involved with local art community for as long as I can remember and frequently displays his art in Studio 23 and the Bay City art walk. Shukri is not only a good friend of mine but also my neighbor. For higher resolution images of his work please visit www.ultradsa.com where you can find his ever growing collection on display. Below are some pieces from his collection (Click to Enlarge).
30
Oct
2008
Myths & Fairytales: The artistic works of Cyril Helnwein
When it comes to artistic bliss in the form of photography I make no secrets that Cyril Helnwein is among my favorite photographers. What makes Cyril’s work stand out from the other very talented artists is his ability to bring his vision to reality without the need of Photoshop and other digital effects. He uses many old school techniques with a new school flare; the end result is simply jaw dropping.
Below are some of the creative works from the Myths & Fairytales collection (Click to Enlarge)
I was most fortunate in having the opportunity to ask Cyril a couple of questions which he answered as follows:
GTNS: What has been your most exciting project?
Cyril: My most exciting project has been my daughter, who is turning 3 in a month. Watching a small person learn and grow and to see their excitement at things is an amazing experience. As a photographer though I would have to say that my last series “Myths & Fairytales” was probably the most fun project to do as there were so many things involved in putting those together. Some were shot in the studio, some up on a mountain, for some I had to dig holes in the ground and for some I had to light 300 tea light candles.
GTNS: What are you currently working on or plan to work on if you wouldn’t mind sharing?
Cyril: The next series I’m working on consists of artistic nudes shots around the streets of Downtown LA at night using only ambient lighting from street lamps, buildings and so on. These are being shot on a medium format film camera and as with 99% of my work, will not be digitally manipulated. I hope to be done with it before the end of the year, and then it’s time to find a gallery to exhibit and sell them.
Currently Cyril is preparing for a exhibition to show his Myths & Fairytales series “which is among my favorites” I might add in Los Angeles California. Some examples from this series can be seen in this special feature. We hope you enjoy the wonderful eye candy and hope to feature more of Cyril Helnwein’s amazing work in the near future. You can see all of Cyril Helweins work by visiting his online gallery located at http://cyrilhelnwein.com/
29
Oct
2008
The poetic art of Niki Stricklin
It is with great joy that I present you with the poetic artistic expressions of Niki Stricklin. Niki is the first artist to feature content on our recent online community art gallery project and a wonderful creator of beautiful paintings. I had the opportunity to ask a couple of questions regarding her paintings and here’s what she had to say:
GTNS: How long have you been creating your art?
Niki: I’ve been drawing and painting since I can remember. When I was little, I did much more drawing, and I as I grew older it became less of a pastime and more of an emotional outlet. I began to take my work seriously in high school ( I had a fantastic art instructor:)). That’s when I would say my more unique characteristics developed; I began incorporating my poetry into my work, as well as using textures other than paint.
GTNS: How long does it take you to complete a piece?
Niki: The time it takes to complete a piece has become about 30-40 hours. For me, the actual spread of days/weeks varies hugely. I can finish one in a few days, if I’m focused and have plenty of free time (read: I forget to stop and eat). Other times, it does drag on over weeks. A major factor is what moved me to make the piece (i.e. where I’m at in my life emotionally.)
GTNS: Care to share any details of any current projects?
Niki: mmmmm….Current projects. I have two oils underway at the moment. I’m also working on an ink drawing, which is a little bit out of the norm for me, but I’m really enjoying it.
You can see more of Niki’s artistic projects as they are completed at our online community art gallery (UltraDSA). We also hope to do some follow-ups on this creative and unique artist. Below are some of Niki’s paintings (Click to enlarge) each thumbnail.
25
Oct
2008
Photoshop Halloween Gore Tutorials
It’s the season for goretastic fun and creativity with Photoshop. For those wishing to expand there special effect gore skills I present you with 4 hand picked tutorials that can help you reach that really disturbing look for your photos. Clicking each thumbnail below will take you to the tutorial that led to the displayed effect.
Have any gore tips and tricks of your own to share? Send it in and help spread the Halloween joy!
24
Oct
2008
Studio 23 student gallery
I have a couple more photos of my recent trip to the fall Studio 23 student art showing, I really admire some of the young artistic minds out there. Please note the vase and white ceramics are not from child students but I thought they were amazing enough to include in this wrap up. Sorry to keep it brief but were in the midst of doing some special features on some very talented artists at the moment.
14
Oct
2008
Upcoming Gallery Art Walk
We will be participating in the Bay City Gallery Walk this upcoming November 6th and be we I mean UltraDSA our parent company and main sponsor. When we have more details exactly where we will be located a follow-up will be posted. For those of you who have never heard of this event, it’s a series of artist that display there art at various locations in downtown Bay City. You can learn more, get directions for the route and find out all the details by (Clicking Here)
Here is a sneak peak at some of the creations we will be displaying; we hope to have 10 pieces in all come November 6th. On a side note we are proud to show off our new and improved image gallery, enjoy!
7
Oct
2008
Hand art or art from hands?
Check out this really original and totally creative collection of hand art. I have no idea who the original creator is “these just popped up in my email” but hat’s off to the creator for these well thought out and ingenious creations. Some are on the simple side while others make you think how did they come up with that? Kind of makes me wonder what exactly you could come up with on other body parts. If you care to explore that idea make sure to send us some pics but please…no caterpillars =P Make sure to click on each image for a larger view.
