Tuesday, April 10, 2012

What's That ?!

Are you ready for this edition of "What's That ?!" Take a minute to get yourself a cup of coffee, kick up your feet, and settle in to the blue velvet chair. This time we're paying a visit to Borneo-born Hong Yi, a young architect by day, artist in the after hours.

Inspired by one of his songs, Hong Yi pays homage to Taiwanese singer Jay Chou with his portrait. Can you see what she 'painted' it with?





How exciting to be this young and talented.





Like many, Hong Yi begins her day with a warm cup of coffee. It's what she does with it afterwards that is genius.





Most people find it annoying when the coffee spills over onto the saucer, making a mess. Not so with Hong Yi. She's creating!






By now I don't have to tell you that this portrait was made with coffee cup stains. Did you see it in the first photo?













Relax for 2 more minutes and watch the video as she creates this beautiful portrait.







Not finished with your own coffee yet? Why not watch as she paints basketball star Yao Ming - using a basketball as her paintbrush!


Go on...you know you want to. Get out some paper and start creating with coffee in hand.

Until next time...
Mike

6 comments:

  1. I did it!!!! I finally guessed on on the first picture!!!!! That is really cool, and she is very talented.

    laurie

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    1. Hurray for you! There will be plenty more to come to test that noggin' of yours!
      Mike

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  2. I guessed it! I imagine it could actually serve as a painting you could lick and get a caffeine kick! Haha. Absolutely artistic originality. The light and deep brown tones add a mystique to it.

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    1. Brian - did you watch the video? She actually does it freehand. I'm just amazed!
      M

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  3. Ok - that is amazing!!! what a talent!

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    1. Hi Jill - I know, right? People amaze me. How are things down under?
      Mike

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