Fun Finds/{Art Highlight}: Paul Villinski Butterflies – from Gossip Girl and beyond

October 26, 2010

I may not have a Mariah Carey level of passion for butterflies, but I do indeed find them beautiful – how can you not be captivated by the colorful fluttering of a delicate creature that migrates thousands of miles to reappear to us in the spring?

Paul Villinski is a  New York based designer that has likely found a new level of fame among the well-heeled female set for his art appearing in “Gossip Girl”  He has a collection called “birds and butterflies” that is made entirely from found beer cans (and sometimes vinyl records).   Butterflies are a perfect symbol of how a somewhat rough item such as a beer can be transformed into something beautiful.

Here are a few favorites:

“Paradigm” – similar to the one he designed for Serena’s bedroom in “Gossip Girl”

“Vessel (For Amelia)”

“On Final (For Saint-Ex)”

“Diaspora”

“Wish”

All images from Paul Villinski

I love how the ordinary can be converted to something quite extraordinary.  It’s definitely inspiration for DIY projects at home as well.

What do you think of Paul Villinski’s work?  Is it something you’d display in your home?

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  • Café Bellini October 26, 2010 at 10:45

    i like the second one with the vibrant blue butterflies…

  • shari @ little blue deer October 26, 2010 at 11:49

    These are gorgeous! I would totally put this in my house! I love three dimensional art!

  • Erika @ ~TiptoeButterfly~ October 26, 2010 at 12:26

    this is a silly question for me, no? – my blog name does consist odf ‘butterfly’ . teehee

    *kiss kiss*
    Erika

    PS – spreading the word – come one come all and
    *Enter Camille Beckman Luxury Give-Away Here*

  • The Professional Bridesmaid October 26, 2010 at 12:57

    Last one if my fave! Great way to start off the day.

  • Tanvi October 26, 2010 at 13:23

    i absolutely will! Such amazing stuff!

  • Kristin October 26, 2010 at 13:54

    I would hang up “On Final (For Saint-Ex)” in a second! So very cool!

  • Krysten @ After 'I Do' October 26, 2010 at 14:29

    Oh how pretty, I love butterflies!

  • Erika October 26, 2010 at 14:40

    I love the femininity that transpires through his work – what stunning pieces!! 🙂

  • Audrey Allure October 26, 2010 at 14:51

    Love his work, I think they’re beautiful!

  • Jude October 26, 2010 at 15:05

    Butterflies are one of my favorite things to see! These are utterly beautiful, I’d love having them hanging in a workspace to brighten things up 🙂

    Hope your week’s been going well, despite everything!

    Btw, I am having so many *@! blogger problems, I think I need to revisit the computer doctor – hope to get things working OK again (unless it’s just blogger being mean!)

  • BigAppleNosh October 26, 2010 at 15:29

    These are so great!

  • THE ALTERNATIVE WIFE October 26, 2010 at 16:10

    These are so beautiful! I’d definitely display this in my apt. Love the Wish one best 🙂

  • honey my heart October 26, 2010 at 16:29

    i was definitely wondering where the great butteryfly display in serena’s bedroom was from. i really like the style, especially vessel.

  • Kristin Hjellegjerde October 26, 2010 at 18:17

    I even had a butterfly in my hair at my wedding so YES! To butterfly cut outs on the wall, Gorgeous:)
    By the way, yes also to the impressionists:)
    Have a fab afternoon!

  • Jaime @ La vie...J'aime October 26, 2010 at 18:35

    These are so unique and beautiful! I love the blue color too.

  • Dancing Branflake October 26, 2010 at 18:35

    Gorgeous! So full of life and color. I love how happy it makes me just looking at it. Fantastic finds!

  • Diana Mieczan October 26, 2010 at 19:18

    His work is incredible and I would totally put it in my place! Hugs and kisses,sweetie

  • kendallcrow October 26, 2010 at 20:25

    i love the Vessel one, so lovely and whimsical!

  • Josie ♥ Savoir Weddings ♥ October 26, 2010 at 20:48

    You find such cool stuff! Totally inspirational and I love them all.

  • drollgirl October 26, 2010 at 22:53

    oh that stupid mariah carey! we always think of her now when we think of butterflies! argh!

    but THESE butterflies are just incredible! love them! and the birds, too!!!!!!

  • Mara October 26, 2010 at 22:56

    wow these are so cool and unique!! I love them! They’d brighten any room!

  • Punctuation Mark October 26, 2010 at 23:02

    this is so beautiful and inspiring… it’s not just art but also a way or recycling… love it!

  • its simple love October 27, 2010 at 01:53

    Oh how pretty. I had not heard of him. I love it, but I probably wouldn’t display it in my home in all honesty. It’s not me. But that doesn’t mean I can’t appreciate it!

    Rachael

    p.s. I ham hosting a giveaway over on my blog! Check it out when you get the chance 🙂

  • Jessica October 27, 2010 at 03:06

    These are so beautiful. I’ve never been a huge fan of butterflies in decor or in clothing prints, but last night I was definitely admiring Serena’s decor. I didn’t realize his work was reworked cans. What a brilliant idea.

  • Jennifer Fabulous October 27, 2010 at 03:28

    “I may not have a Mariah Carey level of passion for butterflies…” I really adored this opening line. Made me smile. 🙂

    Also, this artwork is incredibly beautiful. Sometimes talent just blows me away. Sigh.

    And your guest post sounds FABULOUS! My intention with these guest posts was to bring a little piece of my favorite blogs onto my blog. Hehe. So I’m glad that’s gonna be your topic. 🙂

  • Mo October 27, 2010 at 04:27

    Beautiful! I love the last piece, so bright yet delicate.

  • Krystal October 27, 2010 at 10:25

    haha a mariah carey love for it 🙂 so funny. these are very cool though!

  • Krystal October 27, 2010 at 10:25

    how do you get the little tweets thing at the bottom of posts, it’s cool!

  • VictoryGrey November 3, 2010 at 23:47

    Villinski’s work is amazing! I was so excited to see his installation on the show! I’ve been making wall butterfly silhouettes from paper for years. If anyone is interested, I have an etsy shop where you can get them in a lot of different colors!

    http://www.etsy.com/shop/hipandclavicle

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