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 theĀ spring?
Paul Villinski is a Ā 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” Ā He has a collection called “birds and butterflies” that is made entirely from found beer cans (and sometimes vinyl records). Ā 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”
I love how the ordinary can be converted to something quite extraordinary. Ā It’s definitely inspiration for DIY projects at home as well.
What do you think of Paul Villinski’s work? Ā Is it something you’d display in your home?
i like the second one with the vibrant blue butterflies…
These are gorgeous! I would totally put this in my house! I love three dimensional art!
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*
Last one if my fave! Great way to start off the day.
i absolutely will! Such amazing stuff!
I would hang up “On Final (For Saint-Ex)” in a second! So very cool!
Oh how pretty, I love butterflies!
I love the femininity that transpires through his work – what stunning pieces!! š
Love his work, I think they’re beautiful!
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 š
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!)
These are so great!
These are so beautiful! I’d definitely display this in my apt. Love the Wish one best š
i was definitely wondering where the great butteryfly display in serena’s bedroom was from. i really like the style, especially vessel.
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!
These are so unique and beautiful! I love the blue color too.
Gorgeous! So full of life and color. I love how happy it makes me just looking at it. Fantastic finds!
His work is incredible and I would totally put it in my place! Hugs and kisses,sweetie
i love the Vessel one, so lovely and whimsical!
You find such cool stuff! Totally inspirational and I love them all.
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!!!!!!
wow these are so cool and unique!! I love them! They’d brighten any room!
this is so beautiful and inspiring… it’s not just art but also a way or recycling… love it!
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 š
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.
“I may not have a Mariah Carey level of passion for butterflies…” I really adored this opening line. Made me smile. š
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. š
Beautiful! I love the last piece, so bright yet delicate.
haha a mariah carey love for it š so funny. these are very cool though!
how do you get the little tweets thing at the bottom of posts, it’s cool!
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