Art using natural materials

Inspired by the ancient and traditional Japanese art of flower arrangement—Ikebana—Montreal-based artist and photographer Raku Inoue creates colorful portraits of insects and other animals using natural art materials only - flowers, twigs, leaves, and stems from his garden. Each and every one of these beautiful animals is unique as he chooses his materials according to the seasons and what nature offers during them. Scroll down with Bored Panda’s interview with the artist!

There is so much here in today’s post. I’m convinced that you will appreciate some aspect of this story. If you are a Wisconsinite, or if you enjoy Door County, if you believe in the power of Instagram, if you love art, if you run your own business, if you accept that millennials are very smart, if

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These six nature art prompts encourage artists of all ages to finish the ink drawings of birds with natural materials. Collaborate with nature and create gorgeous pictures! Making collaborative art is

Nature faces - try this low-mess art activity for kids! #artforkids #processart #creativekids

Here I added multiple layers orienting the ribs in different directions and colored with watercolors Another technique...

Leaf crafts are simple nature projects kids can make with minimal materials. Gather beautiful leaves to make this cute Lion Leaf craft!

Dive into the enchanting world of fairy houses by incorporating twigs and bark into your construction. Learn how these organic materials can effortlessly blend with miniature landscapes, creating whimsical abodes that transport your imagination to the heart of the woods.

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