[Artist Feature] Lindsay Rapp and #MerMay

It's been a while since we've featured some artists! Since May has just begun, we figured this month's artist theme would be mermaids...why? #MerMay, that's why!

What is #mermay?

#MerMay is an artist drawing challenge created by animator Tom Bancroft. The goal is to post a new mermaid drawing every day in May. Similar to Inktober, the idea practice your art skill by sticking to the theme daily, and exercising your creativity with the same theme over and over again. Many artists have embraced the challenge, and you can find the hashtag trending hard on Instagram every May.

One of Tom Bancroft's infamous mermaid illustrations under #MerMay

To get in the spirit of #MerMay, we wanted to feature one of our favourite artists who specializes in sealife, women and mermaids - Lindsay Rapp!

Lindsay Rapp

Artist Lindsay Rapp. Image sourced from JustLuxe.

 Lindsay Rapp was born and raised in Florida, and has been an artist since the tender age of 4. Although her studio is now in Philadelphia, her connection with the sea is never too far, manifesting in stunning works full of spirit, rawness and femininity.

MerMind by Lindsay Rapp

 "For some of us, the ocean lives within. I dream and paint with nostalgia of the ocean. I love the water so much. Despite rarely seeing it in  person anymore, I feel that my access to the water is intrinsic to me. No matter where I go, the ocean is part of my soul."

Sea Queen by Lindsay Rapp

 Her pieces are mixed-media, and she frequently utilizes semi-precious materials like mother of pearl and gold foil to capture the allure of the mythology and preciousness of the sea's essence. A percentage of her sales is dedicated towards ocean conservation charities.

Tofino, by Lindsay Rapp

A true mermaid in soul! To purchase Lindsay Rapp's prints or originals, visit her shop at lindsayrappgallery.com.

Joining #MerMay?

Participating in #MerMay this year? Let us know and share your picture with us on our Facebook page!

We also offer canvases and wood panels for painting, as well as fine-art reproductions and life-like canvas prints of your scans, photographs or artworks. Celebrate your best #MerMay by having it printed on deluxe archival fine art paper or canvas. Or capture your sea-essence with a cerulean underwater metal print.

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Artist + Promo: Shine Bright Like a Diamond

With February already underway, there's a special date rising on the horizon. Whether you're planning a cozy night in or a bouquet of flowers, it's a wonderful day to cherish and enjoy the people and things you love in life. 

And for those of you who are planning on something even more special (or have a ring in your pocket!) - have we've got a thematic post for you today!

Artprint by Blacklist Studio 

Today's artists' feature are all inspired by those whose love truly for their passions sparkle and shine - with their massive and intricately detailed macro reproductions of diamonds, jewels and facets.

Diamond B, oil on linen, 2010

Hailing from Japan but based in the Netherlands, Hidenori Mitsue has an impressive collection of vivid, vibrant, and incredibly energetic work. Her work of Diamond B captures the dynamic dance of light and fire within the diamond's facets...a truly evocative and stunning piece.  

With a fantastic eye for crisp lines and geometric shapes, Kurt Pio is one of my favourites. His collection of macro jewel paintings range from clear brilliant diamonds to citrine-shaded marquis stones and regent sapphires. 

Juliette, Oil on Canvas, 36x36, 2016

With her razor-sharp hyperrealism and subtle blends of lustrous color, Angie Crabtree's macro diamond oil paintings are breathlessly bedazzling. Using painting techniques that were once reserved for royalty, Angie's work explores the concept of modern luxury.You can find her prints on high end leather wallets and as prints, but you can also contact her directly for special commission pieces, such as engagement diamonds and anniversary stones, etc. 

Thinking of gifting a bejewelled art piece of your own? At USAOnCanvas, we have premium luster, premium glossy, premium semigloss, metallic paper for a crisp and colorful diamond-clear look and feel. If you're inspired by Kurt Pio's work, we also sell round canvases for painting and for canvas prints. And for a limited time only, use the coupon code MYLOVE to receive 20% off regular priced canvas and photo prints!

No matter what you choose to gift this Valentine's, we hope you enjoy the warmth of the day and that you partake in all that you love. Whether it be with your significant other, close friend, or just yourself, let your love and passion shine bright like a diamond!

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