Very Personal and Delicate Portraits by Wilfrid Wood
Wilfrid Wood, a London-based artist known as “Plasticine Daddy,” is celebrated for his bold and expressive portraits that blend humor, exaggeration, and keen attention to facial expressions. With an ever-growing Instagram following, he captures authentic and intriguing faces in unapologetically raw portraits, captivating audiences with his unique artistic style. Continue reading »
Amazing Posters Illustrated by Jean de Paleologu in the Late 19th Century
Jean de Paleologu, born in Bucharest in 1855, was a masterful Romanian poster artist, painter, and illustrator. Continue reading »
In 1967, Photographer Richard Avedon Created These Remarkable Psychedelic Portraits Of The Beatles
In August 1967, The Beatles and their manager Brian Epstein collaborated with photographer Richard Avedon to capture the essence of their psychedelic masterpiece, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. Continue reading »
Amazing Posters Illustrated by Hugo Laubi in the Early 20th Century
Swiss illustrator and graphic artist Hugo Laubi (1888–1959) studied in Munich, Paris, and London before returning to Zurich in 1918 to create advertising posters and tourism motifs, including designs for the 1928 Winter Olympics in St. Moritz. Continue reading »
Hilarious Winning Photos From The 2024 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards
Overall Winner: “Stuck squirrel” by Milko Marchetti
The 2024 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards captured the funniest moments of the animal kingdom, with over 9,000 entries marking a record-breaking year. Top honors went to Milko Marchetti’s “Stuck Squirrel,” celebrated during a lively Awards Night at London’s Oxo Gallery, showcasing the charm of wildlife through humor and artistry. Continue reading »
Yesterday: Amazing AI-Generated Retro Photography by David Sheldrick
David Sheldrick, a British Korean artist based in London, began his career in fashion photography after graduating from the London College of Fashion, exploring themes of beauty, nature, and technology. Continue reading »
Artist Duo Reimagine Pop Culture Icons As Collectible Toys
London-based artists Joseph Lattimer and Caitlin Derer create collectible art toys inspired by pop culture icons like Freddie Mercury, the Beatles, and Queen Elizabeth. Continue reading »
Artist Duo Creates Absolutely Amazing The Beatles Collectable Toys
London-based creative duo Joseph Lattimer and Caitlin Derer, founders of Collectable Cities art toy studio and veterans of the creative agency Fancy Lamp, have channeled their love for travel and storytelling into creating figures that celebrate iconic moments in pop culture. Continue reading »
Artist Daniel Gulliver’s Creates Fantastic 3D Debossed Tattoo Masterpieces
Daniel Gulliver, known professionally as Gully, is a distinguished tattoo artist from London, UK, celebrated for his innovative “debossed” tattoo technique. Continue reading »
The Humor, Depth, and Surreal Vision of Max Siedentopf’s Hyperrealistic Sculptures
Max Siedentopf, a Namibian-German artist born in 1991, is known for his surreal and humorous approach to art, often using ordinary objects in unexpected ways to challenge viewers’ perceptions. Continue reading »
Amazing Winning Photos from the 2024 Wildlife Photographer of the Year
The 2024 Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition has announced its winners from 59,228 submissions across 117 countries, showcasing the beauty and fragility of nature. Shane Gross, a Canadian marine conservation photojournalist, won the top prize for his stunning image “The Swarm of Life,” featuring a mesmerizing scene of western toad tadpoles underwater.
A selection of the top 100 images, celebrating the diversity of wildlife, will be displayed at the Natural History Museum in London until June 29, 2025, highlighting the importance of conservation through photography.
Overall Winner: “The Swarm Of Life” By Shane Gross, Canada
“Shane Gross looks under the surface layer of lily pads as a mass of western toad tadpoles swim past. Shane snorkelled in the lake for several hours, through carpets of lily pads. Continue reading »
Cold War Mech: The Epic Mech and Sci-Fi Art of Hamish Frater
Hamish Frater is a digital artist living and working in London, UK. Starting his career as an environment artist at the Sony London studio, Hamish now works as Art Director at the racing game studio Hutch. He also works freelance for the TV and Film industry. Continue reading »
The Superb Cyberpunk Illustrations by Max Prentis
Max Prentis, an Australian illustrator now based in London, creates captivating compositions that blend dynamic worlds and intriguing characters, seamlessly transitioning between digital and traditional media. His work is deeply influenced by pop culture, drawing from the cartoons and comics of his childhood to infuse his pieces with a nostalgic and imaginative energy. Continue reading »
Captivating Vintage Photos of Pneumatic Tube Messaging Systems
Pneumatic tube systems, dating back to the late 18th century, were first implemented by the post office to connect buildings. Continue reading »
Spectacular Outstanding Shortlist Images From Astronomy Photographer Of The Year 2024
A Night with the Valkyries by Jose Miguel Picon Chimelis
The Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2024 competition has united the world’s top astrophotographers, showcasing stunning cosmic images that highlight their exceptional skill and creativity. Continue reading »
Designer and Illustrator Charles Williams Transforms Words and Letters Into Dynamic Art
Made Up, an illustration and designer business with its headquarters in London, specializes in turning words and letters into vibrant pieces of art. Continue reading »
Ford Comuta, the Company’s First Electric Vehicle, Was Manufactured for the British Market in 1967
The Ford Comuta, an experimental electric vehicle designed in 1967 at the Ford Dunton Technical Centre, was primarily targeted at the British market. Continue reading »
Wild Animals On The Streets Of European Cities In Photo Collages By Česlovas Česnakevičius
Lithuanian artist Česlovas Česnakevičius (previously) enjoys creating photomontages depicting wild animals roaming the streets of European cities. Continue reading »
Peering into the Strange Past Through the Lens of Bizarre Historical Photographs
In the 20th century, photographers captured world changes, from wars to new inventions and odd events. Photos like Boston’s Molasses Flood or alligator picnics in Los Angeles fascinated viewers and historians. Even simple mugshots reveal intriguing stories.
These images, evoking smiles or sadness, piece together our history, showcasing peculiar inventions, outdated customs, and unique moments in all their strange and captivating glory.
A woman tests a stroller intended to be resistant to gas attacks in Hextable, England in 1938, not long before the outbreak of World War II. Continue reading »
A Shoe Doll That Belonged to a Child in the Slums of London, ca. 1905
The fact that it was discovered in an Edwardian London slum around 1905, crafted from the heel of a man’s shoe, a black sock, and some scraps of household fabric, makes it both the most heartbreaking and marvelous of toys. Continue reading »
Macabre Hat Belonged to a Traveling “Dentist” in London in the Early 19th Century
This cap belonged to a street “dentist” or tooth puller. It is made of brown velvet and felt, and decorated with approximately 88 decayed human teeth, once belonging to his patients. Continue reading »
The Superb 3D Porcelain Artworks by Katharine Morling
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Katharine Morling, a distinguished ceramic artist from London, is revolutionizing how we view ceramics with her “sculptural drawings” technique, blending static forms with lively narratives. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos From The Sony World Photography Awards 2024
Photographer of the Year: Spiralkampagnen by Juliette Pavy
The Sony World Photography Awards, a top global photography contest, has once again wowed audiences with its spectacular images. Continue reading »
The New Masterpiece that Banksy Has Created on The Side of A Building in London Is Truly His Own
Residents of Finsbury Park in London experienced a delightful surprise when a new mural by Banksy appeared overnight on Hornsey Road. Continue reading »
Lost Art of the Streets: Rediscovering 1980s London Graffiti through Peter Marshall’s Lens
The 1980s London graffiti scene, not as organized or acclaimed as Banksy’s work, was largely a transient art form. Much of it, inspired by New York City street art, was erased or lost during urban development. Photographer Peter Marshall captured this era, offering a rare glimpse into the graffiti culture of that time through his photos. Continue reading »
