Artist Combines Dry Humor with Adopted Cat’s Attitude in Hilarious Drawings
Cats have a way of captivating our hearts and minds, and for many artists, they serve as the perfect muse. Instagram account @st.aftercigs is one such artist, who has gained a following of 190,000 people with their humorous and sassy illustrations of a cat doing human-like things. The artist, who adopted a cat in early 2021, was inspired by the cat’s grumpy and sassy attitude, and decided to blend it with their own sarcastic nature in the illustrations. Continue reading »
Catographer Nils Jacobi Captures Whimsical Cat Portrait
Photographer Nils Jacobi, also known as the “catographer”, has captured the hearts of cat lovers everywhere with his expanding collection of adorable cat photographs. Through his lens, Jacobi offers a diverse and comprehensive view of our beloved furballs, highlighting the unique character and personalities of each individual cat. Continue reading »
The Evolution of Child Car Safety: A Look Back at the 1960s
As we all know, child car safety has come a long way since the 1930s. While baby car seats weren’t mandated by law in all 50 US states until 1986, they existed in some form for decades. In the early days, child seats for cars were primarily designed to provide kids with a better view during car rides, rather than for safety. Continue reading »
Early Polaroid Photos Using Polaroid SX-70 Camera by LIFE Photographer Co Rentmeester, 1972
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In 1972, Polaroid introduced its iconic SX-70 camera. It was an evolutionary leap from the groundbreaking “Land Camera” invented in 1947 by Polaroid co-founder Edwin H. Land. Continue reading »
Interactive Masterpieces: Kurt Wenner’s 3D Illusion Art
Kurt Wenner’s 3D pavement artwork is a true testament to the power of imagination and creativity. His use of anamorphosis, a projection technique, allows him to create realistic street paintings and chalk murals that trick the mind into believing they are three-dimensional. Continue reading »
Stunning Magical Paintings by Jana Brike
Jana Brike, a Latvian artist, has crafted a realm of splendor and wonder through her mesmerizing paintings. Her art is imaginative, lyrical, and delicate, captivating the viewer with its otherworldly beauty. From the minuscule details in each piece to the feelings they evoke, Brike’s works are truly mesmerizing. Continue reading »
Transform Your Cat into a Fierce Lion with This Sling Bag
Don’t be deceived by their fluffy fur coats and cute meows, cats are fierce predators at heart. They may appear to be harmless house pets, but they are secretly plotting to take over the world and fulfill their wildest desires of becoming the apex predator. With this sling bag, you can bring out the lion in your feline companion without putting yourself in danger. Continue reading »
Artist Brian Tessler Creates The World’s Bizarre and Weirdest 3D Art
Brian Tessler, a 3D artist based in Brooklyn, New York, has captivated audiences with his Cool 3D World project. His collection features surreal, distorted, and absurd images that challenge traditional notions of art. But is Tessler’s work truly legitimate art, or is he simply seeking to shock and provoke? Continue reading »
Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2022 People’s Choice Award
Hyena highway by Sam Rowley, UK. Spotted hyenas are intelligent and opportunistic animals. On the outskirts of cities such as Harar in Ethiopia, they take advantage of what humans leave behind like bones and rotting meat. In so doing, the hyenas keep disease at bay and the locals tolerate them, even leaving out butcher’s scraps.To capture these hyenas from the family group known as the Highway Clan, Sam set up a remote camera by a roadkill carcass. He photographed the lowest-ranking member of the clan after the dominant members had sauntered off. (Photo by Sam Rowley/Wildlife Photographer of the Year) Continue reading »
Take Me to Eterna: Fantasy Worlds of Gediminas Skyrius
Based in Lithuania, Gediminas Skyrius is an illustrator working in the fields of book illustration, animation and game art, with an eye for dark, fantasy art. Continue reading »
Jack Irving’s Extraordinary Wearable Art
Jack Irving is a visionary in the world of production and costume design. Based in London, he creates bold and unforgettable wearable art that has captured the attention of the fashion and performance industry. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos From the 2022 Dog Photography Awards
The Dog Photography Awards, now in its second year, continues to showcase the talents of pet photographers from around the world. This prestigious competition highlights the artistry and skill involved in capturing the essence of our beloved canine companions. From dynamic action shots to serene portraits, the winning photographs are a testament to the beauty and diversity of dogs.
Founded by esteemed dog photographers Audrey Bellot and Claudio Piccoli, the awards invite both professional and amateur photographers to submit their work in four distinct categories: Action, Portrait & Landscape, Studio, and Dogs & People. After a rigorous selection process, the pool of finalists was narrowed down to the top three photographs in each category, showcasing the very best in dog photography. The Dog Photography Awards serves as a platform to celebrate the bond between humans and their furry friends, and the photographers who capture it.
“The first obstacle of the course is the moment I prefer most of all. There, where it all begins, where the bond between Human and Dog is expressed in such a clear way by such a magnetic look, where you can see the power of dog’s muscles contracting and releasing energy at every handler’s nod.” (Photo: Francesco Junior Mura, 1st Place, Action) Continue reading »
Superb Amusing Retro-Inspired Collages by Toon Joosen
Dutch artist Toon Joosen has an undeniable talent for creating collages that are both humorous and thought-provoking. His artwork is focused on everyday life, taking objects and scenarios that people often overlook and elevating them to the forefront of his compositions. Continue reading »
Stunning Abstract Geometric Sculptures by Robert Moreland
American artist Robert Moreland has masterfully blended the boundaries between painting and sculpture to produce a unique type of wall art that captivates the viewer. His abstract geometric pieces, crafted using a variety of materials such as wood, canvas, tacks, paint and leather, are characterized by bold shapes and striking use of color. Continue reading »
Tinker the Robot: The 1966 Real-Life Housekeeping Robot
In 1966, inventor David Weston from Yorkshire brought to life his creation: a remote-controlled robot named Tinker. This metal friend was capable of performing various tasks such as washing cars, taking babies for walks, going on shopping trips, and even weeding gardens. However, there was a catch – all of these tasks could only be done within 200 meters of David’s garage, where he controlled the robot through a control panel. Continue reading »
Monkeys and Magic: Exploring the World of Black and White Photography Through the Lens of The Lensculture Awards
As a society, we often take for granted the power of visual storytelling. Photography, in particular, has the ability to transport us to different places, to make us feel a range of emotions, and to give us a glimpse into lives and experiences we may not have otherwise known. The monochrome works featured in the recent Lensculture black and white photography awards are a testament to this.
These photographs remind us that behind every image, there is a story waiting to be told.
Wendy Stone: Siblings (3rd Place Winner, Series)
‘Our son has two brothers who are over 20 years older than him and have moved out of the house. Being home with no siblings to play with often has him getting into mischief with our two dogs, Marius and Sasha. Their interactions demonstrate the same sibling interactions as humans: playing, tattling, fighting and snuggling. For this series, I documented their adventures, striving to capture both their good and bad days.’ Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Images of the Mountain Photo of the Year 2022 Competition
A selection of the winning entries and contenders for Trail magazine’s annual photography competition, now in its ninth year.
The winning entry by Anglesey bookkeeper Kat Lawman is an image shot above the clouds at the top of Garnedd Ugain in Eryri (Snowdonia), that shows Jupiter, Saturn and Venus aligning under the watchful gaze of a wild camper. Kat, who also spends her time as a mountain leader and took up photography as a hobby three years ago, said: ‘It was such a truly earth-moving moment I was reduced to tears. The mountains here in Snowdonia are my life, and my escape … This night in December I managed to get the whole Snowdon massif all to myself, there wasn’t another single person around and this photo will always be the most special one to me’. Photograph: Kat Lawman Continue reading »
Artist Imagined A World Where Big Brands Have Been Forgotten
According to Julien Tabet (previously featured): “My name is Julien Tabet, I’m a French digital artist, and a little more than a year ago, I challenged myself to learn 3D from scratch with Blender and to create one image per day for 365 days. The series of images presented here is a simple experiment as part of my process of learning the basics of 3D composition and modeling. Continue reading »
Bringing Characters to Life: An Artist’s Humanistic Interpretation of Popular Characters
Have you ever wondered what Voldemort would look like with a more ‘normal’ nose? Meet Ronald Restituyo, an artist who goes beyond that imagination and brings popular characters to life in a more human-like form. Continue reading »
Poolside Glamour: Cindy Crawford and Helena Christensen Shot by Helmut Newton for Vogue, December 1991
Helmut Newton’s iconic photograph of Cindy Crawford and Helena Christensen poolside in St. Tropez, published in Vogue December 1991, perfectly exemplifies the photographer’s signature style of erotic, stylized images with a strong narrative and portrayal women with a sense of power. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Images of the 2022 Close-Up Photographer of the Year Awards
Close-up Photographer of the Year (CUPOTY) is a celebration of close-up, macro and micro photography. A global competition created to showcase images that help us see the world anew.
The overall prize went to this shot of two spotted salamanders being consumed by a northern pitcher plant in Algonquin provincial park, Canada. (Photo by Samantha Stephens/Close Up Photographer of the Year) Continue reading »
The Superb Fantasy, Horror and Comic Art of James Daly
James Daly is a talented American artist whose diverse portfolio showcases a unique blend of fantasy and horror. His work for major companies such as CD Projekt Red, Activision, and Marvel demonstrates his skill and versatility. Continue reading »
Exploring the Sensuous, Esoteric and Mysterious Art of Casimir
Casimir, a Taiwanese artist based in Taipei, has a unique artistic style that draws inspiration from art nouveau and the vibrant, psychedelic colors of the 1970s. Continue reading »
Toraji’s Digital Paintings of Imaginary Women: A Poetic Journey through Fascinating Worlds
Japanese concept artist and 3D specialist Toraji has a way of immersing viewers in his art, transporting them to otherworldly realms through his diverse cast of characters. Many of his works bear a striking resemblance to the masterpieces of Flemish artist Rembrandt, particularly in their use of chiaroscuro. Continue reading »
Audrey Large’s Stuning 3D-Printed Sculptures
Audrey Large’s work straddles the line between art and object design, using digital cinema as a field of research to explore the potential of digital image manipulation in shaping our material surroundings. Continue reading »
