Island in the Sun

Giant lilypads, vibrant twigs, and tall figures. [View full email in your browser]( Was this forwarded to you? [Subscribe here](. Toon Joosen Splices Snapshots of ’60s Life into Tongue-in-Cheek Collages Artist [Toon Joosen]( continues his retro mashups, splicing two distinct images into ironic and amusing juxtapositions. [See more]( SPONSOR Sebastian Foster Announces 30 Artists for Their Eclectic Fall Print Set Austin-based gallery [Sebastian Foster]( just announced its 2023 Fall Print Set, marking the 11th anniversary of the collection since it launched in 2012. The new release features 30 works by well-established illustrators, printmakers, and painters from across the globe. Encompassing an eclectic array of mediums and themes, the collection showcases work from artists previously featured on Colossal, including [Graham Franciose](’s dreamlike watercolor works, [Diana Sudyka](’s fanciful storybook scenes, and [Grant Haffner](’s vibrant, flat landscapes bisected by his signature utility poles. Whether you’re looking for the next piece to add to your collection or for meaningful holiday gifts, head to the gallery’s site to shop the [Fall Print Set today](. [Shop now]( Olga Prinku Grafts Blooms and Branches Into Expansive Embroideries Using a vibrant array of real flowers and foliage, North Yorkshire-based artist [Olga Prinku]( designs intricate embroideries that explode with natural colors and textures. [See more]( Open Planet Is a Growing Library of 4,500 Free Videos Documenting Nature and Climate Issues Around the World [Open Planet]( is a new digital library that contains a growing collection of climate and nature footage available for free use. [See more]( In Meticulous Paper Portraits, Yulia Brodskaya Coaxes Visions of a Compassionate Future For artist [Yulia Brodskaya](, the unequivocal power of Mother Earth encompasses a vibrant series of quilled paper portraits that celebrate cultural diversity and women around the world. [See more]( Our Favorite Art Books of 2023 Take a look at our staff’s [favorite art books]( published this year, from artist monographs, surveys, and historical reflections to prove that art really does make the world a better place. [Find your next book]( A Choir From Clay: Colorful Textures Swathe Carlos Cabo’s Ebullient Ceramic Figures Elegant, richly textured garments cloak artist [Carlos Cabo](’s enchanting ceramic figures, showcasing the endless possibilities of clay. [See more]( 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]( [Events]( [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](