#philadelphiasmagicgardens

[coffeeonaplane]

Cute Story: So, in the Magic Gardens, there's a scavenger hunt for kids. The employees give them a paper with a list of items and corresponding photographs, and the kids find the items within the Labyrinth of artwork. This is no simple task! Every square centimeter of space inside the Labyrinth is covered in three-dimensional artwork! A couple of boys (probably 7 or 8 years old) walked up behind me while I was taking photos, and said, "Excuse me, miss. We're on a mission." I thought this was pretty adorable and said, "Oh, yeah? Are you hunting down priceless artifacts?" The boys told me, very earnestly, that yes, they were. Then one of them said to me, "You look like Lara Croft." (Apparently dark hair in a French braid is all it takes to be the legendary Tomb Raider.) I thanked the boy and said, "In that case, maybe I should help you with your quest." The other boy told me, "That would be nice, but we have to do this on our own." !!!!! 😆😂🤣 So cute!! So, I left them to it. But as I was leaving the Gardens later that day, they both waved to me and shouted, "Bye, Lara!" Kinda made my day. 💙 #photography #Travel #Wanderlust #Location #destination #Views #Philadelphia #InstaLove #PhiladelphiasMagicGardens #MagicGarden #IsaiahZagar #Mosaic #Mural #Art #StreetArt #PureMagic #AllTheLittleThings #colors #texture #Wonderland #Labyrinth #creation #Imagination #LaraCroft #TombRaider #Quest #ScavengerHunt #MustSee #NoFilter #CoffeeOnAPlane (at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzWCwBUhniX/?igshid=wt7y6gjpcv3i

[thetarotman]

(via https://youtube.com/watch?v=z2wb7rkSA_w&feature=share)

[scenefromthesidewalk]

August 10, 2017

“BILAL FROM PAKISTAN”

by Isaiah Zagar

Shortly after graduating from New York’s Pratt Institute at only 19, Zagar and his wife Julia joined the Peace Corp and spent three years in Peru. Landing in Philadelphia shortly after their return, the couple dedicated themselves to creating public art and fostering creativity, but continued to travel and maintain a global perspective. Zagar completed residencies in China and India and his mosaic work was often influenced by his travels and personal connections, as with his 39-foot mosaic dedicated to Bilal from Pakistan. Dedicated to beautifying Philadelphia’s South Street neighborhood for the last 50 years, this 2013 wall on Clifton St. is just steps from Zagar’s most famous work, Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens—the half-block project he began in 1994 on the vacant lots near his South St. studio, that has since been turned into a non-profit art museum and gallery.  @isaiahzagar  @phillymagicgardens  

[primalaska]

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[sunnypsyopx]

My forever #mcm is @droogy666 💙💜 #mancrushmonday #mancrusheveryday #philly #phillybirthdayextravaganza #philadelphiasmagicgardens #philadelphiainsectarium #pennmuseum #phillyseaport #mermaid #crystalball #butterflypavillion #truehappiness #seanstone #oifriend #favoritecreep #malchick #bestfriend #iloveaskinhead #luckiestgirlintheworld #loveyourlife

[lindacelestian]

Hiking in Philly and had to stop to admire Isaiah Zagar's beautiful work at #philadelphiasmagicgardens #isaiahzagar #mosaics #philly #urbanadventures (at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens)

[chelaxadventures]

Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens is unlike anything I’ve ever seen before! The sheer idea of someone creating all that by hand is hard to fathom. Created by mosaic artist @isaiahzagar the space spans three city lots, and includes indoor galleries and a large outdoor labyrinth. #chelaxadventures #travelwithchelax #bookwithchelax #relaxwithchelax #cruisewithchelax #chelax #travel #traveltheworld #explore #adventure #seetheworld #discover #authentictravel #experience #makememories #stateside #travelagent #travelexpert #art #mosaicart #isaiahzagar #magicgardens #philly #philadelphiasmagicgardens #visitphilly (at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens) https://www.instagram.com/p/ByMMz0XnwQl/?igshid=1ay0b4kaaq8d3

[resilientgypsy-blog]

Just a Gypsy in a land of Magic Gardens 🔮 #travel #travelblog #travelblogger #resilientgypsy #blogger #blog #traveller #travelphotography #traveling #followme #adventure #momboss #wanderlust #destination #traveldiaries #travels #travelersnotebook #travelguide #traveller #travelgram #igtravel #travelbug #philly #philadelphia #magicgardens #philadelphiasmagicgardens #art #artistsoninstagram #artsy #artist #artwork #arts #streetart #visualart #artofvisuals #artofvisuals #artistic #art🎨 #contemporaryart (at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens)

[pinkfrognyc]

This mosaic heaven #fusterlandia @fusterlandia #by #josefuster in Havana, Cuba reminded us of the Philly's Magic Gardens by Isaiah Zagar. #philadelphiasmagicgardens @phillymagicgardens @isaiahzagar #isaiahzagar #morningwednesday #flashback #stunning #mosaicart #mosaictile #ceramics #engraving #havana #cuba www.pinkFROGnyc.com #pinkfrognyc #art #illustration #drawing #design #fingerpainting #dtgprinting graphicandproductdesign garmentprinting #tee sweatshirt hoodie kiddress youth toddler babyonesie handmade iphonecase tote prints #love #passion #wedesign #weprint #wearenewyork #wearepinkfrog madeinnyc travel #tourist newyorktrip newyorkbaby #travelaroundworld (at Fusterlandia (Jose Fuster) Art Gallery) https://www.instagram.com/p/BowfOfElPY8/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=sj3zpruse65w

[coffeeonaplane]

06•26•2019 I finally found it...the Magic Garden! And it feels like Wonderland! Philadelphia's Magic Gardens is the creative masterpiece of award-winning mosaic mural artist Isaiah Zagar. His collection of everyday (sometimes broken/rusty/outdated) items turned art is nothing short of incredible. The idea that one man could transform so much space from mundane into something extraordinary pushes my imagination and ambitions to their limits. What an amazing accomplishment. #FlightAttendant #Layover #Travel #Wanderlust #Location #destination #Views #Philadelphia #Pennsylvania #Downtown #PhiladelphiasMagicGardens #MagicGarden #IsaiahZagar #Mosaic #Mural #Art #StreetArt #ArtPorn #design #colors #texture #tiles #rustic #creation #Imagination #Beyond #BeyondTravels #MustSee #NoFilter #CoffeeOnAPlane (at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzOnQL-h6EI/?igshid=10dkqaqg1w7lp

[phillymagicgardens]

Patterns of Obsession: Claes Gabriel & Andrew Chalfen

Patterning is a common language that can be found in almost every culture and artistic practice. Artists have used patterns to reflect the natural rhythms of the universe or to represent the heritage of their own community. Textile, folk art, and architecture are all examples of how patterning can be used to communicate with the viewer. For instance, looking up at the intricate tile patterning of a mosque emphasizes the building’s purpose of creating an all-encompassing spiritual presence.

Patterning can be both meditative and obsessive. Isaiah Zagar’s mosaic patterning in Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens is a combination of passion and therapy which evolved into an extraordinary art environment.  

Claes Gabriel and Andrew Chalfen also have unique approaches to patterning. Gabriel’s practice celebrates the divine through color and pattern. Chalfen attempts to understand the world around him by investigating natural and manmade patterns. Although different in style, both Gabriel’s and Chalfen’s designs share important personal messages about the human experience.

[sunnypsyopx]

It was hard to choose which photos to use from Philadelphia's Magic Gardens, but here's some of my favorites. #philadelphiasmagicgardens #isaiahzagar #mosaic #folkart #art #southstreet #philly #phillybirthdayextravaganza #iloveartandimakeit

[sup-bella-blog]

[kissmee-babyy]

From trash to treasure.. #PhiladelphiasMagicGardens #IsaiahZager #Mosaic #Art

[coffeeonaplane]

"If the doors of perception were cleansed, everything would appear to man as it is: infinite." ~ William Blake #WednesdayWisdom #WednesdayMotivation #WednesdayMood #Throwback #Quotes #WilliamBlake #OpenDoors #Infinite #Travel #Wanderlust #Location #destination #Views #Philadelphia #Pennsylvania #PhiladelphiasMagicGardens #MagicGarden #Art #Mosaic #Colors #Magic #Beautiful #InstaLove #TravelPhotography #PhotoOfTheDay #SecretGarden #Imagination #NoFilter #CoffeeOnAPlane (at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4iCZqhBZFz/?igshid=11sjhd59oitm5