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What Is the Golden Ratio? Understanding Its Role in Art and Design, Plus Easy Ways to Apply It to Your Work
The golden ratio has fascinated artists, mathematicians, and designers for centuries and has been a guiding principle in art and design throughout history. Read on to we'll explore its historical significance, examine some famous applications, and share practical ways to incorporate it into your creative projects.
Art History
The Enduring Visual Legacy of Francis Quarles' 'Emblems, Divine and Moral'
Francis Quarles' emblem book, 'Emblems, Divine and Moral,' has captivated readers since its initial publication in 1635. This collection of moral and religious teachings conveyed through symbolic images and accompanying poems resonates with readers today, demonstrating the timeless appeal of Quarles' unique combination of image and text.
Art Education
A Beginner’s Guide to Fresco Art: History, Methods, and Famous Examples
Fresco painting is one of the most enduring and iconic methods of mural creation, celebrated for its vibrant colours, durability, and historical significance.
Made With Vault
Made with Vault Vol. 3 | Creating A Seamless Pattern in Photoshop
Have you ever wanted to transform your artwork into stunning seamless patterns but didn’t know where to start? In this tutorial, I’ll show you just how easy it is to create seamless repeat patterns in Photoshop.
Made With Vault
Made With Vault | Volume.2: Learn to Create Hauntingly Beautiful Memento Mori Art
We're excited to share an exclusive new tutorial with you, crafted using free images from Vault Editions! In this lesson, you'll learn how to create a hauntingly beautiful Memento Mori artwork in Photoshop—whether you’re a seasoned artist or a beginner just starting out.
Art Education
Discover the Power of Creativity: How Artistic Pursuits Improve Wellbeing and Unlock Joy in Everyday Life
In today's fast-paced, screen-saturated world, finding moments of peace and balance can feel like a challenge. For many of us, our days are filled with the demands of work and life. We're spending hours on computers or screens and are constantly connected, which leaves little room for self-reflection or relaxation. However, an antidote to this modern stress is engaging in creative pursuits.
Anton Seder
Discover The Timeless Influence of Anton Seder's Art Nouveau Designs
Anton Seder was a renowned German artist and educator known for his contributions to the Art Nouveau movement. We're currently working on a book showcasing Anton Seder's stunning designs. We can't wait to share them with you, but until then, we've included a selection of some of our favourite images in this article introducing his life and work.
Art
Exploring Max Ernst's Surreal Collage Novels: Unveiling a World of Dreamlike Imagery
Max Ernst created three major collage novels, which are considered significant contributions to surrealist art and literature, join us as we explore his work!
Art
Made With Vault | Volume.1: Reimagining the Past
We're excited to introduce Made With Vault (MWV), a new addition to our weekly article on the Vault Zine. MWV is an ongoing series where Kale James, founder and creative director of Vault Editions, shares the artwork and designs he's made with the resources we create for you at Vault Editions. Kale will teach you how to create dynamic, engaging imagery, work with graphics programs like Photoshop and Procreate, and explore creative ways to use found imagery and share innovative techniques to ideate fresh, original concepts.