#diatom art

[algaeful]

diatom art created by klaus kemp

[hotshoeagain]

Humans are amazing! Just look at the things we do to make each other happy!

Diatoms glued on a microscope slide by Klaus Kemp, in a revival of the Victorian art form. These arrangements are each smaller than the period at the end of this sentence.

[samimarkart]

found this abandoned quilt top while cleaning and had to finish it up finally. screen printed and sewn last semester and finally quilted and bound yesterday. using holographic foils to emulate the glassy appearance of diatoms under the microscope, i sewed a log cabin pattern as a playful nod to the idea that diatoms live in tiny glass houses.

Glass Cabin, 2023, 40x42in, pieced cotton with textile foil screenprints, polyester batting, gifted fabric backing

[mugene-art]

https://mugeneartshop.etsy.com

⬆️ Diatom and bacteria art prints now available!!

See how I made the original pieces: P. dendritiformis, Eating Iron, Microcosms

[hellsitegenetics]

this valentine's day i would like to express my undying gratitude to diatoms. diatoms make something like 20% of atmospheric oxygen, where would we be without them. also diatomaceous earth is just *chef's kiss*. and as if this wasn't enough, just yesterday i discovered the existence of diatom art?? like??

eveyone say thank you osamu oku (creator: the ones on the right) and klaus kemp (creator: the ones on the left)!!

i love you diatoms!!

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Closest match: Microcaecilia unicolor genome assembly, chromosome: 14 Common name: Tiny Cayenne Caecilian

[sp00ntaneous]

'Diatom' ~ Diatoms are microscopic algae that are responsible for 50% of the oxygen we breath. Commercial use of 'diatomite' is used in dynamite and to help stabilize nitroglycerin. I think they just look cool. This one is 21" x 13 1/2" and is carved in Sapele wood.

[angelnumber27]

diatoms

[ketrinadrawsalot]

Silicon is an important component of many electronic devices, from transistors to solar panels. Diatoms, sponges, and radiolarians also make use of silicon for their body structures.

[iyote]

day 27 [Fashion]

[death-ray-of-sunshine]

alternativ evolution- collage

[daily-public-domain]

I missed the day by about one hour. Please forgive me... ok thank you to my 0 readers for forgiving me Anyways. Day 5: Diatoms through the microscope

Really love this one. So shiny. Would make a good album cover. --This image is part of the public domain, meaning you can do anything you want with it ! (you could even sell it as a shirt, poster or whatever)--

[thisfuckingdork]

Discovered something weird hanging out with the Aulacoseria in the lab today. I don't know what to call it

[garblegarden]

Another watercolor piece. This one features some friendly fellows on a microscopic scale! Also available in my shop as a print:

https://garblegoods.bigcartel.com/

[samimarkart]

Radiolaria Sampler

2023,perle cotton thread on 14ct cotton aida, muslin, cotton batting

[mugene-art]

aaand we're live!! 🎉

what's new: - algae sticker sheet - cleaner invert sticker sheet layout - diatom and bacteria keychains with colorful chains

check out the new stuff (and the old stuff) in my etsy shop!!

[threeeyesstudio]

Wishes and Secrets in Hand

I started this painting after seeing an open call for submissions at my local gallery. The prompt was to create art smaller than 12x12 inches. I was drawn to the idea of making something small because I was about to begin work on the next season of a TV show, which would keep me busy for the next eight months. I only had a few days to complete and submit the painting. If it was accepted and sold, it would "prove" to me that I was a good enough artist to succeed on my own terms. So, I quickly chose a reference image and came up with a concept. It was a rushed process.

For the line work, I used a yellow pencil so it would blend into the final red tones I envisioned. I applied the base colors and added a masking medium to preserve the lighter areas. I was experimenting with techniques from ink painting, trying to see if I could use inks on a hard medium instead of paper.

Once the mask was removed, the paler colours underneath shone through. This painting was meant to explore routine and regularity, so I added a repeating pattern in the background that echoed the object held in the hand. This concept would later change.

The painting was ready for the show, and I was excited that it was accepted into a gallery setting for the first time. I had previously shown my art in student galleries, but this felt different. I was nervous about whether it would sell, especially given the unusual subject matter. If it sold, it would be a huge confidence boost.

I packed the painting into my bag and left work early to make sure it arrived at the gallery on time. I loved the energy there—so much beautiful art, and many of the artists seemed as nervous and hopeful as I was. We all shared the same dream: to be accepted as artists, validated by a sale. Because if you’re not paid, you’re just a hobbyist—or at least that’s what I thought at the time. Spoiler alert: it didn’t sell.

Because I was so busy with my day job, I missed the gallery opening night and forgot to send information about it to my email list. I felt like such a fool for missing such an important event. I was so stressed that I overlooked the details in the gallery's communications. It was a real letdown.

I had been picturing the opening night since dropping off the painting. I had an outfit planned. I imagined meeting art collectors and chatting with them. I pictured getting an email from the gallery saying my painting had sold. When I realized I had missed the opening simply because the information had been sent via social media (which I never check), I felt my heart sink. I remember staring at the computer screen after a long workday, thinking how foolish I was.

I did visit the gallery that weekend, though it wasn’t the same. I missed the chance to meet other artists and talk with collectors. I asked a couple there to take a photo of me with my painting, but I felt so sad and alone throughout the experience.

A few weeks later, I decided to rework the painting. Not only was the initial concept rushed, but it now held memories I wanted to change. I removed the varnish, which was a messy process, as I had used inks in some parts of the painting. From this, I learned how to ensure my work's longevity.

I also rethought the concept, considering the feeling I wanted the image to convey. It was at this point that I started sharing the painting process with my email list. I tidied up the areas where the ink had been removed, replacing it with paint and adding underlayers for depth.

I continued building up glazes and began working on the tiny objects in the hand. I wanted them to look otherworldly and magical, drawing inspiration from diatoms.

Adding more fine details was challenging. My brushes only go so small, but I kept layering glazes to achieve the colour and depth I wanted. Finally, the painting was ready for varnish. I was thrilled with how it turned out. It looks beautiful and a bit mysterious. I love how the bright red contrasts with the tiny, mysterious objects.

Working on the painting without a deadline and focusing on the story I wanted to tell was a completely different experience. The first time felt like a job with constant deadlines. This time, finding the visual representations of what I wanted to convey felt honest and true. I am proud of this version, regardless of whether it sells. This is something I want to display on my website.

The painting, "Dreams and Secrets in Hand" represents just that. Can you imagine it in a cozy nook in your home? It's now available in my gallery store.

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