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Arts' Guide To Sculpting (Your Spring Bod)

The human body has been celebrated throughout art history. As you get in shape for skimpier seasons, look to these artful hot–bods for some inspirational advice.

by JILLIAN DI FILIPPO

34 Seconds with the Artist: Henry Steinberg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7K0O7lgW3o&feature=youtu.be

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Artist Profile: Henry Steinberg

Name and Year: Henry Steinberg, Class of 2013 Hometown: Philadelphia, PA Major: English & Creative Writing

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Architectural Gems of Philadelphia

Penn students are coming back from their breaks with tank tops in their suitcases, meaning one thing: spring is coming. The sun is peeping out from the clouds and we’re all tired of going to Pottruck, so get some walking exercise and learn some Philly history by checking out these architectural gems.

by BEN BEHREND

Embracing Your Inner Narcissus

Upon entering "White Petals Surround Your Yellow Heart" at the Institute of Contemporary Art on campus, you’ll be greeted by Rip Cord Rex—a futuristic tribal figurine that ferociously glares at you with his gaping, bottomless sockets.

by SABRINA GARCIA

The Fairey Controversy: A Photo Stolen or a Photo Revitalized

A lawsuit between Fairey and the Associated Press makes us question the boundaries of creative license.

by MEGAN RUBEN

All You Need to Know About Shepard Fairey

This week we’re all about street artist SHEPARD FAIREY. Why? Don't ask. OBEY.

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Campus Gems: Seated Woman

“Seated Woman” is a bronze sculpture, by Herbert Seiler, of—surprise, surprise!—a seated woman, outside Fagin Hall.

by CIARA STEIN

Review: Glitter and Folds

Check out Field Kallop, among others, at the Institute of Contemporary Art.

by LIN ZHENG

DIY: Fairey-Inspired Paper CD Case

You need: Computer paper with printed artwork on one side (try: Shepard Fairey’s "Guns & Roses") OR with personally drawn artwork on one side (be creative!) A CD 1.

by GABE MORALES

Shepard Fairey in Philly

2001 Frankford Ave. Adjacent to the Rocket Cat Café in the Fishtown area of Philly is a large mural of a woman wearing a traditional rice paddy hat while holding a machine gun with a rose petal at the tip of her barrel.

by BEN BEHREND

If You're Feeling Fairey…

Then take a look at these two street artists and their eye–catching graphic designs.

by JILLIAN DI FILIPPO

Artist Profile: Legarlin Li

Name and Year: Legarlin Li, SEAS’14 Hometown: San Diego, CA Major: Digital Media Design Website: http://www.legarlinli.com Street: You define yourself as the “confluence of a programmer and a doodler.” How is this reflected in your creations? Legarlin Li: I’ve always been detail-oriented, but with the two combined, they’ve propelled me to a hyper-level of precision.

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34 Seconds with the Artist: Tanya Thanawalla

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmIRXAsc6iE Edited by Alex Hosenball

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The Artful Romantic: 5 Creative Geniuses' Poetic Words on Love

Get some V–Day inspiration from these classic romantics. We've got you covered, Beethoven to Ben.

by GINA DECAGNA

The Fine Art of Taxidermy

Taxidermy artist Beth Beverly gives us an inside look on her unconventional choice of medium. Check out her new reality show “Immortalized” on AMC.

by JILLIAN DI FILIPPO

Artist Profile: Tanya Thanawalla

Name and Year: Tanya Thanawalla, Class of 2014 Hometown: Dallas, Texas Major: Political Science Major and Chinese Minor Website: http://www.strictlyfunkdance.com/ Street: When did your interest in dance begin?

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Valentine's Day Date Night

Sweep your date off his/her/its feet with these art–inspired date itineraries

by LIN ZHENG

34 Seconds with the Artist: Joey Wallerstein

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hg4kCj9A_Tk

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Artist Profile: Joey Wallerstein

ARTIST PROFILE: Joey Wallerstein Name and Year: Joey Wallerstein, C’13 Hometown: Philadelphia, PA Major: Anthropology YouTube Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_zYjUfjq_Y Street: When did you discover your passion for music? Joey Wallerstein: I realized I liked singing when I participated in my middle school’s mandatory chorus.

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