Nature is seldom matched in its beauty & simplicity. A prime example of this simple form & function are diatoms. Located in nearly every place that there is standing water, diatoms are single celled algae that encase themselves in beautiful glass shells. There are hundreds of thousands of varieties of diatoms all that build their own unique […]
The Diatomist from Matthew Killip on Vimeo.
Continuing the MAKERS series, Shwood pays homage to some of Portland’s most innovative crafters, artists, builders, writers, and designers that inspire the experimental creators in us all. Part 2 features Beam & Anchor; a collective workspace and showroom in North Portland where an assortment of local craftsmen both make and sell their work. See more of […]
MAKERS Part 1: ADX from Shwood Eyewear on Vimeo.
As lovers of craft, we know how lucky we are to live in a builder city. Operating our business in Portland has allowed us to collaborate and exchange ideas with some of the best creators around. For the MAKERS series, we wanted to pay homage to some of Portland’s most innovative crafters, artists, builders, writers, and […]
If you’ve ever used Tumblr, chances are you’ve encountered the work of Anthony Burrill. The British artist gracefully straddles the line of graphic design and fine art, and his inspirational work befits high-brow galleries and small creative offices alike. I was fortunate enough to exchange a few words with Burrill, and he’s truly as kind […]
Polish street artist NeSpoon created this installation at Oak Beach on the Baltic Sea. Using lace, spray paint, and a few pieces of driftwood, these pieces fit seamlessly into the landscape as if they’d grown there naturally. Check out NeSpoon’s many other lacy installations from around the world by viewing her portfolio here.
