magine walking the streets of bustling cities throughout the world – Los Angeles, Madrid, Istanbul, Philadelphia, Bali, San Francisco, etc. – and discovering small crystallized geodes hiding in unexpected and secluded spaces. Such hidden surprises do exist, and they’re the work of Paige Smith, an artist in LA who aims to transform commonplace objects into “anachronic object[s] that no longer follow the ‘regular’ world’s rules.”
magine walking the streets of bustling cities throughout the world – Los Angeles, Madrid, Istanbul, Philadelphia, Bali, San Francisco, etc.
Akira Oozawa, is a graphic designer. He was taking pictures of his identical twin daughters while they have childhood fun. These two girls look like they have so much fun posing in front of the camera, snacking on sweets, exploring the world and doing whatever else they can come up with.
Akira Oozawa, is a graphic designer. He was taking pictures of his identical twin daughters while they have childhood fun.
We imagine the past in black-and-white, but Mervyn O’Gorman was taking color photos using glass plates coated in potato starch in 1913. The technical name for this process is autochrome, and O’Gorman used it to take beautiful pictures of his daughter Christina wearing red in the British countryside. As the photos contain little to give their era away, they seem to be from no specific period; in fact, they almost weren’t taken at all.
We imagine the past in black-and-white, but Mervyn O’Gorman was taking color photos using glass plates coated in potato starch in 1913.
When award-winning animal photographer Serenah Hodson bathed her dogs, she noticed how their personalities (and, of course, their looks) change before and after their bath. This observation inspired her to create Dry Dog Wet Dog, a series of portraits comparing dogs before and after they’ve taken a bath.
When award-winning animal photographer Serenah Hodson bathed her dogs, she noticed how their personalities (and, of course, their looks) change before and after their bath.
Getting the angle and perspective for a photo just right can sometimes be very tricky, but these crazy photographers don't mind – when it comes to taking the perfect shot, they will do whatever it takes. Wildlife photographers have spent weeks camped out in the wild, allowing animals to get accustomed to their presence so that they can get the rare or intimate glimpses at their lives that others only dream of.
Getting the angle and perspective for a photo just right can sometimes be very tricky, but these crazy photographers don't mind – when it comes to taking the perfect shot, ...
These stunning photos celebrate Astronomy day, an annual event for astronomy enthusiasts and the general public to share the sky together. Started in 1973 by Doug Berger, his plan was to have telescopes set up in cities so that people could enjoy views of the heavens.
These stunning photos celebrate Astronomy day, an annual event for astronomy enthusiasts and the general public to share the sky together.
Calbuco, a 2,000m volcano in Chile, has erupted twice in the past day, sending emergency services into overdrive. The eruption has prompted the evacuation of roughly 4,000 citizens from nearby cities and villages. It last erupted in 1972, Calbuco is a stratovolcano , and these are best known for having explosive eruptions – the infamous Krakatoa, Vesuvius and Mt. St. Helens volcanoes are all stratovolcanoes. We can only hope that Calbuco does not decide to blow its top as well.
Calbuco, a 2,000m volcano in Chile, has erupted twice in the past day, sending emergency services into overdrive.
Thomas Tourral is a self-taught amateur photographer living near the Alps, France. These mountains have always inspired him. He loves their epic landscapes, the contrasts between the rock, snow and the colors of the trees. The Alps offer a wide variety of landscapes, among the highlands, valleys with waterfalls, snow-capped peaks, etc. The best time for him to make his photographs are the evening, when the sun colors the clouds and make their way between the mountains.
Thomas Tourral is a self-taught amateur photographer living near the Alps, France. These mountains have always inspired him.
Finnish-Norwegian couple Samuel and Hildegunn’s adventures began when they met at a wedding in Hawaii. They celebrated their engagement in Paris, were married in Normandy, and have been traveling the globe ever since thanks to Samuel’s job as a professional photographer.
Finnish-Norwegian couple Samuel and Hildegunn’s adventures began when they met at a wedding in Hawaii.
Recently Craig Parry jumped into the ocean with some of the world’s largest mammals, Humpback Whales, as they migrated through the waters of the Kingdom of Tonga, in the South Pacific Ocean. He wanted to take a series of unique portraits and images that he could share with the world to do his little bit to help raise awareness and create an environment where these gentle giants are respected and protected.
Recently Craig Parry jumped into the ocean with some of the world’s largest mammals, Humpback Whales, as they migrated through the waters of the Kingdom of Tonga, in the South Pacific Ocean.
Here are 14 genius do-it-yourself inventions that are really awesome, crazy, and or rather stupid. Who knows, this might actually help somebody. You be the judge…
Here are 14 genius do-it-yourself inventions that are really awesome, crazy, and or rather stupid. Who knows, this might actually help somebody. You be the judge…
Sometimes, you have to look down at your feet to discover small treasures hidden in plain sight. These are some of the beautiful Japanese manhole covers with amazing designs and colors. Every cities and prefectures in Japan have their own designs, from Tokyo to Hiroshima through Kawagoe, Nagoya, Gero Onsen, Osaka or Kawaguchiko. Open your eyes and enjoy!
Sometimes, you have to look down at your feet to discover small treasures hidden in plain sight. These are some of the beautiful Japanese manhole covers with amazing designs and colors.
The latest trend among dog owners in Taiwan looks just as funny as it sounds – square and round dog haircuts! Dogs, typically Poodles, are having the fur on their heads sculpted into perfect circles or squares, and the results are posted online in what might be the first “my dog has a rounder head than yours” competition ever.
The latest trend among dog owners in Taiwan looks just as funny as it sounds – square and round dog haircuts!
When Simon Morris was 16 years old, he dreamt of having a hover board. He became so fascinated with magnetic levitation that he began building his own prototypes with magnets. 15 years later he had managed to make everything from Nike shoes to speakers hover in the air and was in need of a new challenge. So he began experimenting with Nikloa Tesla’s theories of wireless power – this is when the Flyte was born.
When Simon Morris was 16 years old, he dreamt of having a hover board. He became so fascinated with magnetic levitation that he began building his own prototypes with magnets.
Earth Day is not a holiday, but an annual event dedicated to demonstrating support for environmental action. in many Western countries, each person generates 1.95kg of waste every day, up from 1.2kg in 1960. There are now 7.3 billion people in the world; with the current population growth rate of 1.1%, this means that in roughly 64 years, the Earth's population will be almost 15 billion. That's a lot of garbage. Let's avoid the mistakes of the past, and keep our planet clean!
Earth Day is not a holiday, but an annual event dedicated to demonstrating support for environmental action. in many Western countries, each person generates 1.95kg of waste every day, up from 1.
Louis Masai's work with the Save the Bees campaign was born of a desire to increase awareness about an impending environmental crisis. Jim Vision and Louis decided they would have murals done and spread the message in this way to help attract people. They also provided a platform where they could hand out all of the wildflower seeds, which meant that a large number of people were walking away with bags of seeds in their hands to plant and make a real difference, no matter how small, to...
Louis Masai's work with the Save the Bees campaign was born of a desire to increase awareness about an impending environmental crisis.
When this woman found out her boyfriend had been cheating on her, there was only one reasonable solution…
When this woman found out her boyfriend had been cheating on her, there was only one reasonable solution…
If you like it then you better put some ink on it.
If you like it then you better put some ink on it.
After the success of last years Record Store Day face paints Natalie Sharp decided to Paint herself all over again. The faces were taking up to 8 hours to complete. One of the reasons why she loves vinyl is because of its true long playing physical format. She decided to listen to each album in full from start to end over and over again until the face was complete.
After the success of last years Record Store Day face paints Natalie Sharp decided to Paint herself all over again. The faces were taking up to 8 hours to complete.
One of the biggest issues for animal shelters nation-wide is that some regions are overflowing with adoptable dogs while others never have enough. Wings Of Rescue, an extraordinary volunteer organization run by dedicated pilots, flies dogs from shelters overflowing with animals to those that can find them new homes. Often, the dogs they transport would have been euthanized hours later if it weren’t for these pilots.
One of the biggest issues for animal shelters nation-wide is that some regions are overflowing with adoptable dogs while others never have enough.
Yesterday, a woman in Long Island, NY named Amanda Curtis was lucky enough to capture the rarest rainbow of them all – a quadruple rainbow. According to meteorologists, what Curtis actually saw was a double-double rainbow, but that doesn’t make it any less magical.
Yesterday, a woman in Long Island, NY named Amanda Curtis was lucky enough to capture the rarest rainbow of them all – a quadruple rainbow.
Your home bar will be the envy of all the other mad scientists!
Your home bar will be the envy of all the other mad scientists!
Instead of being lost to memory, an old, tattered 1,000-page English-Japanese dictionary was given new life when its owner handed it over to Nobuo Okano, a Japanese master craftsman who has spent 30 years perfecting the art of restoring old books.
Instead of being lost to memory, an old, tattered 1,000-page English-Japanese dictionary was given new life when its owner handed it over to Nobuo Okano, ...
An owl that likes to land on people’s heads has rocketed a small Dutch town to fame. Menno Shaefer, a 48-year-old from Zaandam, Netherlands, managed to document this friendly 6lb (2.7kg) European Eagle Owl as it tried to roost on the heads of onlookers in Noordeinde town. There, it sat for up to a minute before looking for another resting spot.
An owl that likes to land on people’s heads has rocketed a small Dutch town to fame. Menno Shaefer, a 48-year-old from Zaandam, Netherlands, managed to document this friendly 6lb (2.
Being "green" is totally trendy right now. Sure, doing your part to help the environment is good for the earth, but it can also be good for your home. If you believe that a touch of country charm can be just as elegant as sleek, modern furniture, then the environmentally friendly reclaimed wood craze is perfect for you. By using wood pallets, fallen trees, and pieces of old barns to refurnish your home, you're cutting down on consumption and making your home look stylish to...
Being "green" is totally trendy right now. Sure, doing your part to help the environment is good for the earth, but it can also be good for your home.
Once upon a time, maps were practical. Ten years back, you probably used them on a road trip to figure out your best route. Hundreds of years ago, cartographers explored the world to make maps for our knowledge and future convenience. Today, though, we have Google and GPS systems, rendering paper maps effectively useless. If you have a few paper maps sitting around, don't let their vintage elegance go to waste. Turn them into gorgeous art and home decor with the 17 inspirational ideas...
Once upon a time, maps were practical. Ten years back, you probably used them on a road trip to figure out your best route.
In the latest strange and whimsical example of Japanese kitchen artistry, dams throughout Japan have begun offering visitors ‘damukare,’ a special Japanese rice and curry dish. In damukare, the rice is shaped into a mighty dam that protects the diner’s dry food from a devastating flood of curry deliciousness.
In the latest strange and whimsical example of Japanese kitchen artistry, dams throughout Japan have begun offering visitors ‘damukare,’ a special Japanese rice and curry dish.
Mackenzie Moretter suffers from Sotos Syndrome, which causes gigantism. Because of her condition, Mackenzie has had problems making friends. Last week, Mackenzie turned 10, but when everyone from school turned down their party invitations, Mackenzie's mother, Jenny, went to Facebook - asking 10 of her friends to come and help her daughter celebrate. But she never expected the overwhelming response she received.
Mackenzie Moretter suffers from Sotos Syndrome, which causes gigantism. Because of her condition, Mackenzie has had problems making friends.
Sian Ka’an is an extraordinary UNESCO tropical nature reserve along Mexico’s Carribean coastline, but the currents that pass by this area bring garbage from all over the world to the shores of this paradise. Alejandro Duran, an artist working in Brooklyn, NY, collects this trash and arranges it into works of colorful landscape art to examine “the tension between the natural world and an increasingly overdeveloped one.”
Sian Ka’an is an extraordinary UNESCO tropical nature reserve along Mexico’s Carribean coastline, but the currents that pass by this area bring garbage from all over the world to the shores of...
As a parent you find yourself explaining things to your child that you never thought you'd have to explain in your life. You quickly find out that toddlers are like your drunk, overemotional friend that can have a complete swing in the mood at any given moment. "Reasons My Son Is Crying" is one of the funniest blogs on the internet. It's a hilarious collection of parent-submitted pictures of their child crying along with an explanation of why the kid is so upset.
As a parent you find yourself explaining things to your child that you never thought you'd have to explain in your life.
Have you ever heard of Raja Ampat Islands ? They are known by divers because of their seabed of rich and rare diversity. Activities: snorkeling all day long, diving with manta rays, sunrises and sunsets, beaches and blue waters just for us, coconuts when thirsty … what else?
Have you ever heard of Raja Ampat Islands ? They are known by divers because of their seabed of rich and rare diversity.
We’ve all been there at one point or another: a time-out for not sharing your toy, a Saturday detention for passing notes in class, a stern talking-to from your boss for forgetting to make a copy of that really important invoice. It never feels good when you get caught doing something you weren’t supposed to do. These pups feel your pain…well, some of them do. Others don’t think that they did anything wrong at all, despite the signs of shame they stand beside — yet somehow we’ll always...
We’ve all been there at one point or another: a time-out for not sharing your toy, a Saturday detention for passing notes in class, ...
