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This Artist Creates Superb Minimalist Pixel Artworks

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The artwork of a Ukrainian artist that goes by a nickname Viter Stepoviy can be recognized by its pixel art style. Most of it was made in Kharkiv under the shelling. Continue reading »

A Broken Pot: The Wartime Ceramics of Kinder Album

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Before February, Lviv-based artist Kinder Album addressed sexuality in her works, but now she is more interested in death. She models clay into bones and explosions — basically expressing the thoughts she has these days. Continue reading »

Outtake Photos From The Doors’ Debut Album Cover in 1967

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Almost every rock fan is familiar with The Doors 1967 eponymous debut album containing the hit songs “Light My Fire”, “Break On Through”, “Soul Kitchen” and “The End”. The album’s iconic front and back covers were photographed by Joel Brodsky. The back cover photo was also used for a billboard advertisement; the first album to ever get that treatment on the Sunset Strip in Hollywood. Continue reading »

New Past: Impressive Double Exposure Portraits by Omi Kim

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Osaka-based photographer and designer Omi Kim (previously featured) creates powerful narratives by digitally superimposing her own captures. Continue reading »

From Icons to Graphics: Illustrations by Sophia Suliy

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Before the war, Sophia Suliy did painting and iconography but then switched to illustration. Nowadays, she draws clever and touching posters about the war, albeit still relying on iconographic principles. Continue reading »

Genius Product Design Ideas That Genuinely Surprised People

This Painting I Bought At The Zoo Came With A Picture Of The Meerkat Family Who Painted It
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What you see isn’t always what you get… but in a totally awesome way. In a world chock-full of truly awful design decisions, it’s refreshing to see things made by people who are thoughtful, imaginative, and who put the user first. And sometimes, they completely stun with the hidden, unexpected features they add to their products. So much so that people can’t help but share a photo of it online. Continue reading »

Amazing Old Photos that Capture the Everyday Life in New York City in The 1940s

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These incredible black and white photographs document everyday life in New York City in the 1940s and offer a glimpse into a long-gone era. From street peddlers selling fish or fresh ears of corn, to cars stalled under mounds of snow, scenes are both familiar and nostalgic. Continue reading »

This Instagram Account Shares Pics Of Offensive, Dorky Or Bizarre Mugs That People Brought To Their Offices

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When it comes to the nine-to-five grind, there are certain universal experiences we can all complain about. Think horrible bosses, backstabbing politics, completely senseless policies, mental and emotional burnout — should I go on? Continue reading »

Photographer Creates Small-Scale Action-Packed Scenes Using Toys

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According to Benedek Lampert: “Hi, I am Benedek Lampert, a Hungarian toy photographer. My passion is to create miniature worlds literally from anything. Basically, I only need a kitchen table or a nice outdoor place. Continue reading »

Unique House for the Atomic Age from 1953

Fireplace in front yard is built into side of hill. Lava appearance of hill comes from stippled Gunite.
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In 1953, a swimming pool that became an automatic decontamination bath during an A-bomb attack was one of the features of a home that Hal B. Hayes, Hollywood contractor, was completing for himself. In the hillside next to the swimming pool he’s building an underground sanctuary that you reach by diving into the pool. Continue reading »

3D Artist Creates Atmospheric and Dreamy Digital Landscapes

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Mae aka Eniosta is an Australian digital artist working in 3D to create surreal, dreamy environments. Her work is a means of escape, and is shared with the purpose of transporting the viewer alongside her to a place that will soothe their soul. Continue reading »

Photographer Mixes Photos and Textures to Create Impressionist Artworks

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Dave Parsons is a mobile photographer and artist who creates his expressive photo art using bold colours, blur effects and carefully blended textures. Continue reading »

The Mysterious and Intriguing Portraits of Asian Girls By Wind.fy

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Unfortunately, I have found absolutely no information on who is behind this nickname. In any case, the author succeeds in portraying secret and mysterious images of Asian girls. Continue reading »

The Weird and Badass Gravestones of Russian Mafia

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Following the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, Russian mafia bosses with close government connections grew immensely rich. Continue reading »

Stunning Colorful Collages by Bernardo Henning

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Argentinian artist Bernardo Henning digitally manipulates photographs to create colorful collages. Continue reading »

This Chinese Brand Designs Cutest Things for Your Home

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“Founded in 2013, MUID is a brand belong Xiamen Feirong Home Supplies Limited Company. MUID products appeals to customers with its attractive appearance, interesting interaction and humanized design. With the practical function of the products, our ambition is to push the limits of curiosity and serve consumers with the best quality, deliveringcustomer-friendly user experience and long-term close companionship to our customers. Continue reading »

Designer Turns Mundane Life Into Graphic Stories on The Back of Coffee Recipes and Organizes Papers Into Massive Web Archive

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Hopes and fears, dreams and travel, happy and mundane life in Japan are the core sources of inspiration for the hand-drawn comics of Chinese-born artist Odding Wang. Continue reading »

Ukrainian Artist Creates Beautiful Minimalistic Tattoos

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Mariam, an artist from Kyiv, creates beautiful minimalist tattoos. I especially liked the patriotic ones, which are dedicated to Ukraine and the struggle of Ukrainians for freedom. Continue reading »

Kiss Me, My Fool!: Theda Bara, the Original Vamp, Posing With a Skeleton as Publicity for the Silent Film ‘A Fool There Was’, 1915

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A Fool There Was is an American silent drama film produced by William Fox, directed by Frank Powell, and starring Theda Bara. Released in 1915, the film was long considered controversial for such risqué intertitle cards as “Kiss me, my fool!” Continue reading »

Funny Finalists Photos Of Animal Friends Comedy Pet Photo Awards 2022

Smokin’ Alpaca by Stefan Brusius
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Here are the funny finalists photos of Animal Friends Comedy Pet Photo Awards 2022. The Comedy Pet Photo Awards today publishes the images and videos shortlisted for this year and there are some absolute corkers that will have your readers chuckling like chihuahuas! Continue reading »

Cosmonauts of The Cubic Worlds: Illustrations by Huleeb

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Huleeb is a Montreal-based artist and master of dreamlike subjects. A unique part of his work is illustrations with astronaut-like characters who have a cube instead of a head. It is unknown why the cubes fascinate Huleeb so much, but it is impossible not to note their hypnotic aspect. Continue reading »

Occult Creatures from The Wilds: Illustrations by Luna Ana

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The artist working under the nickname Luna Ana doesn’t say anything about herself, except the terse phrase that she draws “weird shit”. In fact, I would add: “occult-monstrous woodland weird shit.” Continue reading »

This Guy Makes Honest And Funny Charts That Sum Up Our Lives

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Matt Shirley is a legend, a visual genius, and a master of social insight. Odds are that you know of his work even if you aren’t aware of his name. Continue reading »

This Instagram Account Shares Pictures From The ’60s and ’70s, Shows Why It Was An Era Like No Other

Cher walking around Beverly Hills, 1978
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The 1970s are often associated with Vietnam and Watergate, but there was also plenty of glamor between the wild fashion, TV stars like Farrah Fawcett, and the disco era. Continue reading »

Rarely Seen Photographs of New York From the 1870s

Suspension Bridge, Niagara Falls, New York, circa 1871
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In the 19th century, New York City became America’s largest city as well as a fascinating metropolis. Characters such as Washington Irving, Phineas T. Barnum, Cornelius Vanderbilt, and John Jacob Astor made their names in New York City. And despite blights on the city, such as the Five Points slum or the notorious 1863 Draft Riots, the city grew and prospered. Continue reading »