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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.

Max Ernst created three major collage novels, which are considered significant contributions to surrealist art and literature, join us as we explore his work!

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.

Henry Fuseli, an artist who blurred the lines between reality and the fantastic, remains one of the most compelling figures of 18th-century art. His work, characterised by bold imagination and psychological intensity, continues to captivate viewers with its exploration of the dream world, mythology, and the supernatural. 

Francisco Goya, one of Spain’s most influential artists, is often celebrated for his remarkable versatility and profound impact on the world of art. In this post, we explore the transformation of Goya from a revered court painter to a master of dark, evocative art, delving into the key moments and works that defined his extraordinary career. Let's go!

Embark on a journey into the world of Albrecht Dürer, a Renaissance master whose works have fascinated audiences for centuries. This unique book is a comprehensive pictorial archive that delves into the profound depth and meaning behind Dürer's prolific output in woodcuts, engravings, and etchings. Each of the 162 artworks included in this title showcases his work's incredible breadth and depth.

We've been enthralled and amazed by the sporting achievements of the athletes competing in the 2024 Olympic games, which has inspired this week's article for The Vault Zine. Read on to learn about the inspiration for the iconic five-ring Olympic symbol and our favourite Olympic logo designs. Let's go!

Albrecht Dürer is renowned for his exceptional engraving and printmaking skills. His works exhibit a mastery of technique and an in-depth understanding of symbolism and human experience. This blog post delves into three of Dürer's most celebrated engravings, known as his Meisterstiche, or master prints: 'Knight, Death and the Devil' (1513), 'Melencolia I' (1514) and 'St. Jerome in His Study' (1514). 

Staffage is a term that describes the anonymous human and animal figures in a painting or drawing. They will not be the primary focus of the work, but their inclusion is significant.