The Island In A Lake On An Island In A Lake On An Island
Lake Taal on the island of Luzon, in the northern end of the Philippines archipelago, holds a special distinction. It’s one of only two lakes in the world, as of now, to have a third order island within it —the lake itself being part of the order. In other words, Lake Taal, which is located within the island of Luzon, has an island (Volcano Island) that has a lake (Crater Lake) that contains its own small island called Vulcan Point. Continue reading »
Turn Your Apple Watch Into A 1984 Macintosh
If you have an apple watch, this charging stand is pretty nifty. Continue reading »
Photographer Vitaly Sokolovsky Captures Professional Ballet Dancers On The Streets Of Saint-Petersburg
Participants in the project “Dancing Petersburg” – dancers of various genres – from ballet troupes of the leading cities of the classical artists and ethnic dancers to dance enthusiasts of various contemporary trends. Continue reading »
Brave Woman Rescues Dog Who Fell Through The Ice
A dog named Freddie was walking on a lake in the city of Chingford (Essex, England) when all of a sudden he fell through the ice. Luckily a brave woman was close by and she decided to crawl out to him and bring him to safety while an amateur photographer caught the whole scene on camera. Continue reading »
When Pin-Ups Meet Harry Potter Cosplay
Ginny Di/Josh Randall
In this creative photoshoot, Ginny Di pays tribute to Gil Elvgren’s iconic pin-up art and Harry Potter in one fell swoop. Shot with the same pose and backdrop as iconic pin-up pieces, these mashups are perfectly spell-binding. Ginny Di is a well-known cosplayer who runs a Facebook page full of her awesome creations. She makes costumes for everything from Disney to Game of Thrones and Harry Potter. Continue reading »
A Giant Statue From Old Trash Movies Is Now Rests In Someone’s Backyard
Acccording to a Tumblr user trulyunpleasant: “This statue is a couple miles from where I live, just sitting in someones backyard. It was in two crappy Atlantis sword-and-sandal movies back in the 50′s/60′s. Then it sat on top of a bar (or club) for a few years, and then someone bought it for their house.” Continue reading »
This Birdhouse Inspired Side Table Is Designed For Reading
Designed with multi-functionality in mind, the Birdhouse Cabinet by Lianne Siebring of Siebring & Zoetmulder Design Products, is a light fixture, book marker, and storage solution all in one simple furniture piece. Continue reading »
The Story Of David Glasheen, A Real Life Robinson Crusoe
David Glasheen and Quasi © Brian Cassey
David Glasheen is a 70-year-old former businessman from Sydney’s North Shore who traded in his suit for a loincloth after losing most of his money in the stock market crash of 1987. He first visited Restoration Island in 1993, he acquired an interest in the island with his remaining money in 1994, and moved there permanently in 1997 with his girlfriend. But with no hot water, a bath or the mod cons she found it tough and left to return to the city. Since then he has upgraded accommodation on the island, and has lived there happily with his dog Quasi. Continue reading »
Photographer Michael Lee Captures London Like You’ve Never Seen Before
Michael Lee is a talented photographer, painter and artist based in London, UK. Michael received his MA in Fine Art from Middlesex University London. He shoots stunning abstract and hdr street photography. Continue reading »
This Solar-Powered Ecocapsule Lets You Live Off-The-Grid Anywhere In The World
If your fantasy is to live totally off-the-grid anywhere around the world, that dream just got one step closer to reality. Continue reading »
A Wearable ‘Shark Man’ Suit Lets You Build Your Own Private Space Anywhere
Conceived by product designer Yang Zhao, ‘SharkMan’ is a hybrid wearable furniture that lets you have your own private space anywhere. Designed to look like a shark’s fin, its shape can be altered to fit the user’s needs. For example, it can be opened if the user is on a laptop, or folded shut if the user decides to lie down to take a nap. Continue reading »
Use This Paper Roll Holder To Create A Fun Place To Write Lists Or Sketch Ideas
Minimalist, functional, and built to last, the Studio Roller, designed by New Zealand-based lifestyle company George & Willy, was originally built to accommodate a roll of butcher’s paper they found in their grandfather’s old boat shed. However, the simplicity of the design and the functionality it adds to interiors caught the eyes of many and it’s quickly become a staple in cafes, restaurant, offices, and homes. Continue reading »
The 1964 Dodge Power Wagon Crew Cab By Icon
Icon is a Californian builder known for their custom jeeps and trucks, the latest gem to roll out of their workshop is this spectacular 1964 Power Wagon Crew Cab. Jonathan Ward, founder of ICON, and his team, worked their magic on this one-of-a-kind based off a Dodge MegaCab 4×4, equipping it with a Magnuson supercharger, a Kore-Fox Racing suspension and a Gibson exhaust coated in stainless steel. Inside you´ll find the beautiful seats adorned by premium leather, and all the modern high-tech upgrades including an iPad mini with Retina display, speakers from Focal and, amps by JL Audio. Continue reading »
Fantastic Nightscapes Of Finland By Mika Suutari
Mika Suutari is a talented self-taught photographer from Helsinki who currently lives and works in Nurmijärvi, Southern Finland. Mika focuses on landscaping, she shoots a lot of powerful and atmospheric nature photography. Suutari uses Canon EOS 5D Mark II camera and Photoshop. Continue reading »
Egyptian Mummies: Exploring Ancient Lives
Patrick Landmann/Cairo Museum/Getty Images
Seqenenre Tao II, (also called Sekenenra Taa) at Cairo Museum, Egypt. The pharaoh of the 17th dynasty was killed on the field of battle. The image shows the marks from the axe blow and the two spear thrusts that brought about his death. Continue reading »
HUS-1 – The Ultra Tiny House Of Your Dreams
Over the past few weeks we have seen a massive popularity spike in “small space” architecture and design. It seems that design and architecture firms are starting to really think outside the box, creating projects that are targeted toward the minimalist consumer. Continue reading »
Russian Photographer Brings Fairytales To Life In Stunning, Breathtaking Images
Margarita Kareva picked up her camera five years ago. Today, the Russian photographer has turned her passion into her profession. She’s transformed her love for reading and fantasy into striking, whimsical images that will transport you into a different realm. Continue reading »
Where Have All Your Dreams Gone: Magical Photography By Joel Robison
“Hi! I’m Joel, I live in a valley in British Columbia’s Rocky Mountains, as close to the forest as I could possibly be! I love to run, bike, jump, eat and create and I hope that you enjoy my work as much as I enjoy creating it!” – Joel Robison. Continue reading »
Little Polish Village Where Every House Is Covered In Colorful Flower Paintings
Once upon a time, in a small Polish village called Zalipie, somebody painted a flower on their ceiling in order to cover up a soot mark caused by the stove. Ventilation was poor back then, and soot stains were a common sight in most if not all of the houses, and so other people started concealing the marks with their own little flowers until every house was covered in them. Continue reading »
Back In Black: This Rare Indonesian Chicken Is Completely Black From Feathers To Bones
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Ayam Cemani is an uncommon and relatively modern breed of chicken from Indonesia. They have a dominant gene that causes hyperpigmentation (Fibromelanosis), making the chicken entirely black; including feathers, beak, and internal organs. Continue reading »
Striking Black And White Photos Show The Brutal Lives Of Gun-Toting Depression Era Mobs In America
From cold-blooded murders to running battles with the police, these black-and-white pictures shed light on the brutal lives of gun-toting gangsters during the American Depression. The amazing images show notorious mobsters such as Al Capone who committed violent crimes in their search to get rich quick during the early 1930s. Continue reading »
Glow-In-The-Dark Underwear Is Exactly What You Need Right Now
Handcrafted by the husband and wife duo Leah and Avery, each piece is cleverly designed to fit well and light up at night. Every item is made by hand on a sewing machine and screen printed with glowing ink. Continue reading »
You Will Laugh Out Loud At This Seattle Gas Station’s Witty Signs
For over a decade, a Chevron gas station in the Seattle neighborhood of Wallingford has been delighting its residents by displaying funny witticisms on its roadside sign. Once a week, they post a humorous phrase consisting of four lines, with 17 characters per line, to the delight of the entire community. Continue reading »
These Images Give A Rare Insight Into The Life Of A 19th Century Indian Maharajah
Maharajah Ram Singh ruled in the famous pink city of Jaipur between 1835 and 1880, and was also a keen photographer. Despite being a child when he ascended to the throne, the Maharajah embraced modern amenities and under his leadership the city became one of the most distinctive in the country.
Maharaja Ram Singh III/Alinari via Getty Images
He would often roam the streets incognito to observe how state officials were carrying out their work, and was recognised by the British Government, which added four guns to his salute and nominated him as a member of the Viceroy’s Legislative Council. During his reign new water works, gas works, museums and schools were built, and he devoted a lot of his time to capturing the costumes and culture of his people with his then state-of-the-art camera equipment. Here: Portrait of a woman in the harem of the royal palace of Jaipur, India, circa 1857. Continue reading »
Mesmerizing Before And After Photos Of Drag Transformations
Eryone loves a good before and after, and the drag community is no exception.
#Dragformation is an ongoing project by Australian photographer Aaron Walker, who documents the transformation of the country’s diverse drag community in all its colorful glory. Broadly caught up with him to ask about the thinking behind his big, bold photographic collection. Continue reading »
