Earliest Man-Made Mirrors Discovered in Modern-Day Turkey, Estimated 8000 Years Old
Initially, people used pools of water to observe their reflections and viewed it as a magical experience. The first man-made mirrors were created from polished stones like black volcanic glass obsidian, and examples of such mirrors were discovered in Anatolia (modern-day Turkey), dating back to approximately 6000 BC.
Prior to the development of glass mirrors, ancient Egyptians crafted metal mirrors using materials such as copper, bronze, silver, and tin. They flattened sheets of metal and polished them until they could be used as mirrors. These mirrors had rounded shapes, ornamentation on the backside, and handles for ease of use. Continue reading »
Tales from the Planet: Selective Imagery from Earth Photo 2023 Competition
Ranging from images of eco-friendly fishing to harmful battery waste, these selected photographs were handpicked for their potent narrative about our planet’s present circumstances.
Sandipani Chattopadhyay, Green Barrier
Fishermen in India’s Damodar River navigate the thick growth of algae caused by the reduction of fresh water, a result of global warming and irregular monsoon seasons. This situation poses a significant challenge for the locals living along the river, who struggle to survive amid the algal bloom, which prevents oxygen absorption and affects human health and habitats in the area. The shortlisted images will be on display at the Earth Photo exhibition, Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), London, from 17 June to 23 August 2023. Photograph: Sandipani Chattopadhyay Continue reading »
From Bosch to Tattoo: Agnieszka Nienartowicz’s Revolutionary Canvas Interpretations
Renowned Polish artist Agnieszka Nienartowicz wields her oil paints to produce stunningly lifelike portraits of women, distinguishing her work with a signature element – elaborate tattoos. These aren’t simply random designs; they are intricately detailed pieces inspired by the grandeur of classical art, reinterpreting masterpieces from the likes of Hieronymus Bosch and Guido Reni in a modern context. Continue reading »
Provoking Reflections on Modern Society in Paweł Kuczyński’s Art
Polish illustrator Paweł Kuczyński (previously featured here and here) intertwines social commentary and satire to craft thought-stirring artworks, challenging us to reconsider life’s absurdities and societal norms. Continue reading »
Unusual Japanese Sunglasses of 1966
In 1966, Japan introduced some unique and unusual sunglasses that caught the attention of fashion enthusiasts worldwide. These sunglasses were unlike anything seen before and included designs such as “lime glasses” and “feet glasses.” Continue reading »
Meet Jeff de Boer, The Artist Who Creates Intricate Suits of Armor for Cats and Mice
Calgary-based sculptor Jeff de Boer has turned his passion for medieval armor and jewelry making into a unique and fascinating career: creating intricately detailed metal suits of armor for cats and mice. Continue reading »
Retro Arcade Game Ads from the 70s and 80s: A Nostalgic Look at the Cheesy Marketing of the Past
In the 1970s and 1980s, arcade games were all the rage, and marketers knew it. They created ads that played up the sexy and tough image of the typical arcade game player, trying to appeal to adults who were the primary consumers of these coin-operated machines. Continue reading »
This Lamborghini Countach Limousine Was a Car and a Half, Quite Literally!
It could happen only in America; where else would anybody create a stretched Countach lookalike with four doors? Continue reading »
Artist Reveals What’s Wrong With Our Modern Society In New Satirical Illustrations
Art is not just about beauty. One of its greatest powers is precisely the ability to reveal the realities of the world without having to use absolutely any words, thus crossing the borders of language limitations. Continue reading »
Handcrafted Artful Embroideries of Everyday Products by Alicja Kozłowska
Polish artist Alicja Kozłowska has always been addicted to handicrafts. “From an early age I experimented with fabric; learning and testing techniques such as crochet and patchwork.” Continue reading »
The Superb Architectural Concepts by Łukasz Brzozowski
Łukasz Brzozowski is a Polish architect and CG artist working on conceptual designs and visualizations. Continue reading »
Artist Creates Relatable Cartoon Posters Of Super Women By Using AI And Drawing By Hand
Valkyrie
According to Iman Thomas: “I’m a 41-year-old artist, wife, and mom, enjoying a newborn and a teen at the same time. I had to quit making art professionally two years ago because of my health. My husband and teen son have worked really hard to help me get back to creating. They are my heroes, saints, and nerdy art directors. Continue reading »
Inside a Porsche Factory From the Early 1970s
The body of the Porsche 356 was manually manufactured at the Reutter bodywork. The car body cover itself was attached to the chassis frame welded to several parts. The joints were filled with soft foam (which was a very tedious and time-consuming process) and then sanded. In 1965, the production of the Porsche 356 finished. At the end, they were already making 25 body-pieces a day. Continue reading »
Ugly Art for Ugly Times: Bizarre Cartoons by Janek Koza
Janek Koza is a Polish illustrator and cartoonist. Studied painting and new media at the Academy of Fine Arts in Wrocław, Poland. Worked as an animator, created graphic novels. Has been drawing satirical cartoons for newspapers for over 10 years. Has a regular weekly column in one of the biggest Polish magazines, “Polityka” and partners up with other newspapers. 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
Reddit
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 »
Pop Culture Posters & Illustrations by Tomasz Majewski
Polish illustrator and graphic designer Tomasz Majewski combines traditional techniques with digital work to produce cool pop culture creations. Continue reading »
“Street Life In London”: Photographer Colorized Photos From Over 140 Years Ago
According to Tom Marshall: “In the mid-1870s, Scottish photographer John Thomson captured the daily toil and struggle of the ‘street folks’ of London, in a series of photos that laid the foundations for modern photojournalism. Working with a radical journalist called Adolphe Smith, Thomson produced a monthly magazine ‘Street Life in London’ from 1876 to 1877. Continue reading »
Monumentalism of Hell: The Grim Posters by Wiesław Wałkuski
Wiesław Wałkuski is a Polish illustrator, famous at the end of the eighties for his incredible series of film and theater posters and his coolest book covers. Continue reading »
33 Letters for Ukraine: Letters of The Ukrainian Alphabet as A Sign of Solidarity
Font used is Kyiv Type by Dmitri Rastvortsev
Polish designers created the “33 Letters for Ukraine” Challenge aimed at expressing solidarity with the people of Ukraine. More than 400 variants of letters were sent by designers from different countries. Continue reading »
Ecce Homo: The Superb Street Art Murals by Etam Cru
Etam Cru is a duo of Polish artists Sainer and Bezt, known around the world for their graffiti works. Combining surrealistic images with reality, they create works so expressive and in some ways even heartbreaking that it is impossible not to admire them. Continue reading »
Photographer Showing The Reality Of Ukrainian Children And Women Who Have Escaped From War To Poland
Tetiana, Age 35, Alisa, Age 7, Lutsk
According to Aleksander Majdański: “Since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, I started to portray women who escaped to Poland before the war. The portraits show Ukrainian women whose husbands, fathers, sons, or brothers stayed in Ukraine to fight for their country and who were forced to leave their homeland because of the war. Continue reading »
Street Artists Around the World Support Ukraine in Its Fight Against the Russian Invasion
Amos Chapple
The graffiti against the war in Ukraine of the street artist ChemiS in Prague, Czech Republic. Continue reading »
The Most Fantasy Creatures From Another World By Katyushka Dolls
Polish Artists Kasia and Jacek (Katyushka) create the most fantasy creatures from another world. Kasia and Jacek Anyszkiewicz, are a couple of Polish artists who have a great passion for these mythical creatures. The majority of the items are composed of extremely gracious and enchanting versions of magical beasts and animals – such as sharks, bats, spiders, and seahorses. Continue reading »
The Fall Of Utopia: Absolutely Amazing Digital Art Works Of Quin Wu
This brutalist interpretation of a McDonald’s in Russia forms part of architect Quin Wu’s artwork series “Big Mac in Snow”, which bridges the gap between two confrontational ideologies—Soviet Russia and the ultra-capitalist fast food franchise.
In his work, Quin Wu gives us a clear understanding of how fragile the balance is in today’s society. And how easy it is today to fall into the abyss between good and evil. Continue reading »
Artist Turns Animals Into Original Characters That Look Like They Belong In An Anime
Spectacled Owl
Have you ever woke up and wondered what some of your favorite animals might look like in a 2D universe? Or even in different art styles? Korean artist Nitro (previously featured) committed themselves to transforming various animals into anime characters, and the result of these artworks pretty much stands for itself. Continue reading »
