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Civil War portraits, free-motion embroidery, and pinecone reliefs. [View full email in your browser]( [Colossal]( Was this forwarded to you? [Subscribe here](. [two portraits of soldiers with their arms resting on a wooden ledge]( In His Ongoing ‘Descendants’ Series, Drew Gardner Recreates Striking Portraits of Black Civil War Soldiers American Civil War, which in many ways marked the dawn of photography, provides a deep well for [Drew Gardner](’s research, revealing countless untold stories. “This is mainstream photography for, not quite the masses, but getting there. It’s one of the first wars that photography played a major part,” he says. [See more]( [a rabbit illustration with colorful portraits in its body]( SPONSOR Other Art Fair Chicago 2024: A Diverse Palette of Creativity, Connection, and Surprises The Other Art Fair]( returns for its sixth Chicago edition, taking place April 11 to 14 at Artifact Events in Ravenswood. Connect with 110 handpicked independent artists in person and gain insight into their creative processes and inspirations. This year's edition includes DJ sets, food trucks, inflatable sculptures, and even a fun, edible project curated by Colossal. Don't miss out. See you there! [Get your tickets]( [A mural of a flowering plant on the side of a building]( Image © [Mona Caron]( 2024 Opportunities: Open Calls, Residencies, and Grants for Artists Every month, Colossal shares a selection of opportunities for artists and designers, including open calls, grants, fellowships, and residencies. You can also join our monthly [Opportunities Newsletter](. [ReadyLaunch Grant](Featured Geared toward empowering female and non-binary designers, the ReadyLaunch Grant supports myriad projects, including newsletters, zines, YouTube channels, and podcasts. Four grantees will receive $2,000, one-year access to a Female Design Council membership, enrollment in the Female Design Council Mentor Match Program, and assistance in securing media coverage. Funds can be used for team payments, space rentals, production costs, project resources, or participation in training programs. Deadline: 23:59 p.m. CET on May 8, 2024. [See more opportunities]( [an embroidery of a hand holding a hot dog with mustard and additional links still connected to the ends]( Frederiksen Dramatizes the Dark Humor of Classic Cartoons in His Cropped Embroideries artist [Peter Frederiksen]( pinpoints the most ridiculous, exaggerated moments in cartoons and animated shows to dramatize them further into absurdity. [See more]( [Glowing orange, pink, and light green ovoid forms. They tower in height compared to the humans standing next to them.]( Dozens of Ovoids Radiate Colorful Light in teamLab’s Newest Interactive Installation Softly radiating myriad hues into the darkness of night, [teamLab]('s installation calls to the ebb and flow of human emotion and nature in contrast to the stiff, unmoving disposition of the buildings surrounding the work. [Watch now]( [A monochromatic black circular relief sculpture with elaborate patterns and textures.]( Individual Pinecone Scales Unfurl in Intricate Patterns in Amber Renaye’s Enchanting Reliefs For [Amber Renaye](, an interest in the humble pinecone has led to a remarkable ongoing series of elaborately patterned tondos. [See more]( [A detailed still life oil painting of a bowl full of tropical fruit, set against a background of a Chinese dragon textile pattern.]( Still Lifes Erupt with Vivid Color in Eric Wert’s Oil Paintings €œFor me, the experience of painting an object reveals just how alien and unknowable it truly is,” says [Eric Wert](, whose vibrant still lifes seem to glow from within. [See more]( [A carousel of images of candles in geometric forms]( FROM THE COLOSSAL SHOP Love at First Light 🕯️ Spark some joy in your home with a selection of funky, fragrant, and aesthetically-pleasing [candles](. Remember, [Colossal Members]( get 10% off! [Shop now]( Join Us Today and Help Make Art Accessible for Everyone 💖 We rely on the generous support of [Colossal Members]( to keep newsletters like this free for everyone. Reader support allows us to continue publishing stories that matter while highlighting incredible artists around the world who may not be covered in the mainstream press. ➡️ [Become a Colossal Member today]( Add some art to your favorite feeds: [mastodon]( [instagram]( [threads]( [facebook]( [pinterest]( [Colossal]( [Newsletters]( [Shop]( [Advertise]( Edited today by Jackie Andres. ☁️ Colossal 6177 N. Lincoln Ave. #314 Chicago, IL 60659 ✶ ✶ ✶ ✶ You received this email because you signed up on our website and are an amazing person. [Unsubscribe]( | [Update preferences](

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