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Lainey Molnar’s Empowering Art Challenges Societal Norms

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Lainey Molnar, a talented artist known for her thought-provoking illustrations, is back with even more empowering artwork. With her unique style, she explores and challenges societal norms surrounding femininity, body image, and other important themes. Continue reading »

Artist Creates An Alternative Reality Representing The World Of Dreams

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His name is Farhad aka BLAVK and he is a digital artist who specializes in creating artwork with dreams as the main theme. Continue reading »

Discovering the Inner Child: A Look Into Gabriele Dabasinskaite’s Mandalas and Newborn Photography

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Gabriele Dabasinskaite is a professional photographer who has made a name for herself by creating beautiful and unique mandalas with newborns at their center. For almost a decade now, she has been combining her passion for photography with her love for nature and newborns to create stunning pieces of art that capture the innocence and beauty of life. Continue reading »

Blurring the Boundaries Between Digital and Reality with Andrés Reisinger’s ‘Take Over’ Art Series

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In a world where reality and technology seem to be converging, it’s no surprise that artists like Andrés Reisinger are exploring the boundaries between digital and physical art. And what better way to showcase his vision than through a series of digital artworks that reimagine major cities with whimsical pink drapes and coverings draped over historic architecture? Continue reading »

Meet Davi Augusto, A Brazilian Illustrator Blending Hand-Drawn Sketches and Digital Art

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Meet Davi Augusto, a Brazilian illustrator with a remarkable portfolio of work that spans across different illustration styles. With his unique style, he blends hand-drawn sketches with digital manipulation in Photoshop, creating vibrant urban illustrations that feature youthful characters in various urban settings. In case you’ve forgotten, we’ve featured him in the past, but he’s so talented that he deserves another shoutout. Continue reading »

Matthew Gilbert’s Incredible 3D Model of the Nintendo Gameboy Color

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Matthew Gilbert, a talented 3D artist, has recently created a masterpiece that has taken the internet by storm. His latest creation is a digital representation of the classic Nintendo Gameboy Color that is nothing short of breathtaking. Continue reading »

The Existential Crisis Duck: A ‘Sad’ Lamp to Help You Sleep

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It was just another day in the life of an average duck, waddling around and quacking to its heart’s content, when suddenly a question hit him like a bolt of lightning: “Who am I?” That simple question sparked an existential crisis, leading the duck to ponder the purpose of its existence. Can a duck do more than just quack and eat breadcrumbs? Is that all there is to life? It’s a feeling that many of us can relate to. Continue reading »

Uncovering the Iconic Photoshoot of Nirvana in New York by Stephen Sweet for Melody Maker in 1993

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Let’s take a trip down memory lane to one of Nirvana’s most iconic photoshoots. The shoot was for a 2-part interview in the UK’s Melody Maker weekly newspaper, and photographer Stephen Sweet had reserved the entire day for the press event. He picked up the band by taxicab and brought them to the Liberty Theatre, an abandoned movie theatre located on 42nd street in Manhattan, for the photo session. Continue reading »

Spectacular Winning Images of The National Geographic Traveller Photography Awards 2023

National Geographic Traveller has revealed the winners of its 11th annual photography competition, celebrating the best in travel photography across categories like wildlife, landscape, food, people, and urban. The judging panel sifted through thousands of entries to come up with a shortlist of 18 finalists for each category, and from there, the final seven winners were selected.

Though only open to UK and Irish participants, the winning images are said to reflect some of the best photography from around the world, showcasing a mix of drama, intimacy, and warmth that capture unique perspectives of travel.

The grand prize this year went to Renato Granieri, whose winning photograph was an inspiring image of two newly qualified eco-guards working at the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Sierra Leone, submitted in the people category and praised as a “firm favourite” among the judges.

Renato Granieri, winner: Grand Prize, People category
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Mariama Turay (left) and Marah Hawa, two newly qualified eco guards in Sierra Leone’s Loma Mountains national park. For the judges, Granieri’s shot captured ‘the authenticity of shared laughter’. Eighteen photographers made the shortlist for the awards, now in their 11th year. Continue reading »

This Artist Captures Richly Detailed Images that Echo the Work of The Old Masters

Contemporary artist Mitch Griffiths is a master of oil painting, capturing richly detailed images that echo the work of the old masters.

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Drawing on the traditions of representational painting, Griffiths uses his art to reflect the complexities of the modern world. With an approach that may seem loose at first glance, he deftly manipulates abstract forms and shapes until they emerge as intricate details that breathe life into his work. Continue reading »

The Superb Photorealistic Paintings by Christiane Vleugels

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Meet Christiane Vleugels, a Belgian artist who has mastered the art of photorealism. With just a few strokes of her brush, she can capture the essence of a person’s face or figure, leaving viewers in awe of her exceptional talent. Continue reading »

Danish Fashion House and Blizzard Unveiled a Clothing Collection Inspired by Diablo IV

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Blizzard Entertainment, the gaming giant behind the popular Diablo franchise, has teamed up with Danish fashion house Han Kjøbenhavn for a surprising collaboration. The two companies unveiled a high-end, ready-to-wear collection at Milan Fashion Week, which is set to hit stores this summer. Continue reading »

AI-Artist Imagined What the Iconic CS: GO De_Dust2 Map Would Look Like in Different Styles

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Dust II (de_dust2) is a Bomb Defusal map that is part of the Counter-Strike series. It is a successor to the original map called Dust. Continue reading »

STALKER: The Board Game – Awaken Realms’ Latest Creation Set to Bring the Apocalypse to Your Table

Awaken Realms, the masterminds behind hit board games such as the Nemesis series, ISS Vanguard, and This War of Mine: The Board Game, have announced their latest project, and it’s sure to excite fans of the iconic STALKER franchise. STALKER: The Board Game is currently in development, and fans can hardly contain their excitement.

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The announcement was made during a thrilling online streaming presentation, which left fans eagerly anticipating the release date. While no specific date was offered, a crowdfunding campaign is set to launch on Gamefound by the end of June, giving fans the chance to get involved in the development process and support the creation of this exciting new game. Continue reading »

Get a Grip: The Rock Climbers Coffee Mug for the Adventurous Caffeine Addict

Do you ever feel like you’re living on the edge when you drink coffee from a mug without a proper handle? Sure, it’s a little bit dangerous, but it’s also kind of thrilling. If you’re the type of person who likes to take risks (or just likes to pretend they do), then we’ve got some exciting news for you.

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Introducing the rock climbers coffee mug – the mug that’s literally made to look and feel like the edge of a rock. Now you can practice your rock climbing grip every time you take a sip of coffee. And don’t worry if you spill it all over yourself – just tell yourself you’re learning from your mistakes for when you’re hanging off the side of a real rock. Continue reading »

Animal Chaos on Your Car: 3D Decals to Make Rear Visibility a Thing of the Past

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But why settle for a boring old car when you can turn it into a farm on wheels? Imagine the looks on people’s faces as they see a pig’s snout poking out of your trunk or a cow’s udders hanging out of your rear window. You’ll be the talk of the town! Continue reading »

Catalan Artist Javier de Riba Brings Coziness to Outdoor Spaces with His Floors Project

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Catalan artist Javier de Riba (Previously featured here and here) is bringing a touch of homey comfort to outdoor spaces with his ongoing Floors Project. This collaborative endeavor involves painting a specially designed motif onto the concrete or pavers that line walkways and city squares, with the help of the local community. Continue reading »

Weird Advertising for a Weird Car: Balloon-Wheeled Citroen DS, 1959

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Back in 1959, Citroen’s communication department was on a mission to prove to the world that their ID and DS models were in a league of their own. And what better way to do that than to take a car, perch it on four balloons, and float it in the middle of a lake? It’s like they always say: “When you want to showcase comfort, just combine air and water and hope for the best!” Continue reading »

Step into the World of Giant Sneakers with Costa Rican Digital Artist Carlos Jiménez Varela

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Get ready to have your mind blown, sneakerheads! Carlos Jiménez Varela, the mastermind behind some of the most stunning digital artworks of our time, has created a new series that will make you want to slip into your favorite kicks and step into the great unknown. Continue reading »

This Is a 3D Printed Wednesday’s Hand as An Apple Watch Holder. You Can Print One for Yourself.

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Hey there folks, gather round and let me tell you about the star of Netflix’s latest hit series “Wednesday.” No, it’s not the creepy, kooky Addams family, it’s the one and only hand model ‘thing’! Continue reading »

This AI-Artist Has Transformed the Logos of Famous Brands Into Their Realistic Likenesses

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It has already become commonplace that you can use a neural network to draw almost anything. But every day new possibilities open up. An AI-artist with the nickname fofrAI on Twitter imagined what “humanized” logos of famous brands would look like. He did it using the Stable Diffusion neural network and the ControlNet extension. Continue reading »

Tatiana at the Beach: Early Color Autochrome Photography by Ernest-Louis Lessieux

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The Autochrome was a pioneering color photography process invented by the Lumière brothers in France. First patented in 1903 and marketed in 1907, the process revolutionized photography by enabling the creation of color images for the first time. In 1907, the same year the process was introduced, photographs were taken using Autochrome. Continue reading »

David Oku Creates Stunning Colorful Psychedelic Illustrations With a Vibe of 70s

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David Oku, a self-professed illustration addict, has crafted a mesmerizing portfolio of psychedelic artworks. Born in Germany and having lived in Nigeria and Italy, Oku eventually found a home in London, where he has pursued a career as an artist. Continue reading »

Incredible Otherworldly Paintings by Kristin Kwan

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The mesmerizing and intense paintings of artist Kristin Kwan transport viewers to a surreal and fantastical world. Rooted in allegory, her work delves into life’s big questions, inviting contemplation of existence and our place within it. Continue reading »

Stunning Vintage Advertising of 1948-49 Futuramic Oldsmobile

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The Oldsmobile Series 70 was a full-size midrange automobile produced by Oldsmobile between the 1939 and 1950 model years. During this time period, Oldsmobiles occupied an unusual “middle” position in General Motors’ hierarchy of automobile brands. While Chevrolet and Pontiac were budget-priced models, and Buick and Cadillac were the luxury brands, Oldsmobiles fell somewhere in between. Continue reading »