map collages by shannon rankin

wow — look at this gorgeous collage and embroidered artwork here from maine artist shannon rankin, aka etsy seller selflesh. shannon sees maps as biological networks, time lines and communication methods. she creates her original and limited edition works using this ephemera, thread, paint and more.

these pieces are stunning, precise and very reasonably priced (collection $3 - $150). i especially love the watery lower torso and legs in the body collage.

purchase these pieces and see more sampling at her etsy shop. stop by her flickr stream and blog too!

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runnerbean paper creations

i’m thinking that i haven’t doled out enough crafty love this week, so i’m dedicating the next several posts to some handmade goodness. let’s have a look at these itsy bitsy little handmade paper dolls from new england artists (and sisters!) tracy and kelly of runnerbean. these little guys are made of tightly rolled paper strips that add up to about 19 feet in length, yet none are even two inches tall!

so sweet and with such clean styling!

see tracy’s graphic design portfolio on her website, view more paper creations on the runnerbean site, and purchase the dolls and other lovely selections at their etsy shop!

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