Josh Keyes does not depict wildlife in their everyday settings against the backdrop of a bountiful forest or a ravenous stream.  Instead, these paintings bring us up to speed with a post-apocalyptic view of the world. [ Continue Reading ]

Most New Yorkers can appreciate a portrait of something they encounter everyday. Particularly when the portrait presents the subject in a much more vibrant and appealing way than they normally perceive it. Hmm…that was more confusing than I intended it to be…

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Ilavho, Portugal is the site of a new library that literally rose from the ruins.  Once a noble house, the site had been all but demolished.  The main facade and chapel were the only parts remaining, and thus became the anchors of influence for architects Jose and Nuno Mateus of ARX PORTUGAL architechtural firm.  Check out this stunning building at:   http://www.archdaily.com/11278/ilhavo-city-library-arx/