Being in between jobs, I decided I needed a project. I usually work with acrylic on canvas. Looking around my apartment, I found that I had neither to work with and couldn’t afford to get more. Spotting my kitchen table, I decided that this was as good a blank canvas as any. I haven’t worked with wood too much, but I remembered having a couple of old wood burners in my junk drawer. I grabbed all the supplies I could conjure up and went to work.
Being in between jobs, I decided I needed a project. I usually work with acrylic on canvas. Looking around my apartment, I found that I had neither to work with and couldn’t afford to get more.
I can’t say I ever expected to see anyone make animal dissection cute, but knitting artist Emily Stoneking has done it. Her aKNITomy artwork faithfully recreates typical high school dissection projects as arguably cute knit panels. If you have a visceral or ethical problem with animal dissection, Stoneking’s artwork also can potentially help you learn about what makes animals tick without making you hurl or cry.
I can’t say I ever expected to see anyone make animal dissection cute, but knitting artist Emily Stoneking has done it.
Even the ancient god of madness and despair known as Cthulhu can look adorable when he lives in the deep, dark depths of your teacup. Michael Palmer, an artist based in Brisbane, Australia, has a line of teacups that feature Cthulhu, octopuses and other strange creatures of the deep peeking out from cups of tea as dark as the depths of their insanity.
Even the ancient god of madness and despair known as Cthulhu can look adorable when he lives in the deep, dark depths of your teacup.
Vin Diesel has named his new daughter after Paul Walker, his co-star in The Fast and the Furious series of action films, who died in a car crash in 2013.
Vin Diesel has named his new daughter after Paul Walker, his co-star in The Fast and the Furious series of action films, who died in a car crash in 2013.
Even though temperatures across the country are still quite frigid, spring is technically here. Which means it's almost time to pack away your parkas and sweaters and bust out your t-shirts and shorts! Since your wardrobe will change with the weather, why not start spring cleaning with the closet this year? Check out the 20 tips below for saving space in your closet and storing your stuff in creative ways.
Even though temperatures across the country are still quite frigid, spring is technically here. Which means it's almost time to pack away your parkas and sweaters and bust out your t- ...
Ellen Jewett, a talented sculptor based in Canda, creates unbelievably detailed and delicate-looking handmade clay sculptures of creatures that look like they’d be right at home in our wildest dreams (or nightmares)
Ellen Jewett, a talented sculptor based in Canda, creates unbelievably detailed and delicate-looking handmade clay sculptures of creatures that look like they’d be right at home in our wildest...
A father-and-son team in southeastern China have started creating enormous recycled Transformer robot sculptures from scrap car parts that they’ve been selling for more than 1 million yuan (more than $160,000) a year.
A father-and-son team in southeastern China have started creating enormous recycled Transformer robot sculptures from scrap car parts that they’ve been selling for more than 1 million yuan (more...
Animals with three legs are special not only because they have one less leg than their peers, but because they've gone through something traumatic in their lives. Whether it was a car accident, cancer, human abuse, or any other disease or infection that took their legs away, these animals have suffered and made incredible recoveries. The most amazing part? They don't seem to care at all that they look different than their friends. And since triangles are the strongest, sturdiest...
Animals with three legs are special not only because they have one less leg than their peers, but because they've gone through something traumatic in their lives.
It's pretty hard to imagine eating the stranger things you hear about from cuisines and restaurants in other countries. Yes, we know other eat people bugs. However, did you know that people also consume bats...in a soup?! Don't they know McNuggets are the greatest thing ever invented? It's almost as if they don't even care...
It's pretty hard to imagine eating the stranger things you hear about from cuisines and restaurants in other countries. Yes, we know other eat people bugs.
It's basically a teddy-bear-faced squirrel-bunny, and this is the first time it's been photographed in over 20 years.
It's basically a teddy-bear-faced squirrel-bunny, and this is the first time it's been photographed in over 20 years.
Let's say you want to take advantage of the non-disgusting weather and do a little backyard barbecuing this spring. Only problem is, you don't have a grill. All you'll need to do is go into your apartment, gather up some junk and follow these six extremely simple steps:
Let's say you want to take advantage of the non-disgusting weather and do a little backyard barbecuing this spring. Only problem is, you don't have a grill.
Through his photos of the nomadic Dukha people in northern Mongolia, photographer and scholar Hamid Sardar-Afkhami gives us an unprecedented look into the everyday lives of a people that rely on herds of migrating reindeer for their day-to-day existence.
Through his photos of the nomadic Dukha people in northern Mongolia, photographer and scholar Hamid Sardar- ...
Let's learn geometry the fun way — with cats, obvs.
Let's learn geometry the fun way — with cats, obvs.
Fawn was born in inhumane conditions in a milking stall. Her mother had to give birth standing up, so Fawn fell and injured herself just as she was coming into the world. She developed an infection and couldn't fully walk — she'd just hobble around on her front knees. Eventually Fawn ended up at Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary, where she was connected with experts at Cornell Veterinary Hospital.
Fawn was born in inhumane conditions in a milking stall. Her mother had to give birth standing up, so Fawn fell and injured herself just as she was coming into the world.
"Why are there no hammers made for women?" is a question that has never been asked by anybody anywhere. Least of all by anyone who has actually swung a hammer. Here's a list of similarly unnecessary products
"Why are there no hammers made for women?" is a question that has never been asked by anybody anywhere. Least of all by anyone who has actually swung a hammer.
Last week, 17-year-old Taron Stead was out for a morning ride on his new mountain bike when he was suddenly struck by a silver car. Stead fell down and he was hurt pretty badly in the collision. The car in question stopped and driver did get out to take a look at the damage. However, instead of helping the bruised and bloodied Stead, the female driver got back in her car after telling him that she was already late getting her kids to school and she couldn't help because his bloody face...
Last week, 17-year-old Taron Stead was out for a morning ride on his new mountain bike when he was suddenly struck by a silver car. Stead fell down and he was hurt pretty badly in the collision.
“Bitchy resting face” is a totally serious condition in which an individual’s resting, unemotional face naturally looks like it’s angry. Albert the cat suffers from this serious condition, which is hilarious because his luscious, curly fur also makes him look like a sheep (the curls are a hallmark of his breed, the Selkirk Rex).
“Bitchy resting face” is a totally serious condition in which an individual’s resting, unemotional face naturally looks like it’s angry.
Commuters riding the buses in Chicago are about to see a whole lot more butts, but it’s all for a good cause. Meredith’s Miracles, a charity established to raise awareness about colon cancer and rectal cancer, covered the backsides of Chicago’s buses with bums that invite commuters to get their colons checked.
Commuters riding the buses in Chicago are about to see a whole lot more butts, but it’s all for a good cause.
Have you ever been so bored that you made fun of your cat? Of course you have. This cat owner used his imagination to create amusing facial expressions for his incredibly patient cat. The purrfessional artist uses paper, markers and their fluffy pet to brighten their day.
Have you ever been so bored that you made fun of your cat? Of course you have. This cat owner used his imagination to create amusing facial expressions for his incredibly patient cat.
Back in 2012, while cutting through a familiar alley in Seattle, I noticed a box of hardback novels sat beside a dumpster. I took one look at them and thought, “Why are these being thrown away? I can use them for something”. Three years later, here I am. I have experimented with a countless amount of novels found in alleys and thrift stores. I have spent sleepless nights curled over my desk with glue up to my elbows, fingers cut from my clumsiness with an art knife, and all of it fueled by...
Back in 2012, while cutting through a familiar alley in Seattle, I noticed a box of hardback novels sat beside a dumpster.
Owls have fascinated us for the millennium. They frequently appear in our stories and myths back in the ancient Greek and Egyptian times. Many different cultures across various regions of the world have bestowed symbolic meaning upon owls, seeing them as keepers of wisdom, protectors of the dead, and guardians of the underworld. Photographer Brad Wilson captures close-up portraits of different owl species with stunning details.
Owls have fascinated us for the millennium. They frequently appear in our stories and myths back in the ancient Greek and Egyptian times.
The untold human suffering and property damage left in the wake of the Fukushima disaster in Japan has been well-documented, but there’s another population that suffered greatly that few have discussed – the animals left behind in the radioactive exclusion zone. One man, however, hasn’t forgotten – 55-year-old Naoto Matsumura, a former construction worker who lives in the zone to care for its four-legged survivors.
The untold human suffering and property damage left in the wake of the Fukushima disaster in Japan has been well-documented, ...
After being rescued and nursed back to health by a young family in Newport, Australia, a magpie named Penguin has become a regular visitor and friend at the Bloom family’s home, playing with them and coming in to hide when it rains.
After being rescued and nursed back to health by a young family in Newport, Australia, a magpie named Penguin has become a regular visitor and friend at the Bloom family’s home, ...
A blind man named Jia Haixia and his friend, a double amputee with no arms named Jia Wenqi, have spent more than 10 years replanting trees to revive the once-barren environment around Yeli Village in northeastern China.
A blind man named Jia Haixia and his friend, a double amputee with no arms named Jia Wenqi, have spent more than 10 years replanting trees to revive the once- ...
Human beings can be cruel beyond imagination. It's always horrible to hear stories about the vile nature of man without actually witnessing it firsthand. Unfortunately (and fortunately), these bikers witnessed the horrors of man on the side of the road.
Human beings can be cruel beyond imagination. It's always horrible to hear stories about the vile nature of man without actually witnessing it firsthand.
When you think of concrete, "gorgeous" is probably not the first word that comes to mind. While most people might think concrete is just for sidewalks and patios, the newest trend in DIY takes the utilitarian supply to an elegant, modern, and new level. Before you throw away that leftover cement mix in your garage, check out these 20 awesome concrete DIYs. You'll be swearing by the stuff in no time.
When you think of concrete, "gorgeous" is probably not the first word that comes to mind. While most people might think concrete is just for sidewalks and patios, ...
Getting a tattoo with your significant other can be risky, but these tattoos are as clever as they are cute.
Getting a tattoo with your significant other can be risky, but these tattoos are as clever as they are cute.
You finally found a job, a mate, and a not-embarrassing apartment only to realize you have no one to celebrate with. What the hell happened?
You finally found a job, a mate, and a not-embarrassing apartment only to realize you have no one to celebrate with. What the hell happened?
After being rescued as a young fox cub, Todd the 11-month-old fox is getting along just fine as a domestic pet together with his owner, Emma D’Sylva. Todd goes for walks on a leash, plays with D’Sylva’s two other dogs, and wags his tail when it’s time to eat. He was rescued by D’Sylva when he was 4 months old from other owners who could no longer care for him.
After being rescued as a young fox cub, Todd the 11-month-old fox is getting along just fine as a domestic pet together with his owner, Emma D’Sylva.
Being a cat owner is full of unfortunate surprises. Sometimes though, your cat will do something so outrageous, you wonder what's going on in his or her crazy little head. These are the funniest stories I found on the internet.
Being a cat owner is full of unfortunate surprises. Sometimes though, your cat will do something so outrageous, you wonder what's going on in his or her crazy little head.
While most artists work in the medium of metal, canvas, or stone. But Ren Ri isn't most artists.
While most artists work in the medium of metal, canvas, or stone. But Ren Ri isn't most artists.
Cambodia was the 12th Asian country Jacob Laukaitis visited in a year and a half, so he had already become used to seeing funny English signs/posters. From then on he decided to take pictures of all the funny signs he would encounter and write an article about it. After 2 weeks in Cambodia and 2 weeks in Thailand, he compiled the 12 funniest ones.
Cambodia was the 12th Asian country Jacob Laukaitis visited in a year and a half, so he had already become used to seeing funny English signs/posters.
Marco lives in a small country town in regional Victoria, Australia. Drawing with a ballpoint has always been his favorite medium and long since he can remember that’s all he has really used. All these drawings have been illustrated freehand, without drafting in pencil. The idea of drawing without guides is liberating, allowing him transform any part of the drawing into anything he wants. In this series of works he has been experimenting with machining the forms of organic figures by...
Marco lives in a small country town in regional Victoria, Australia. Drawing with a ballpoint has always been his favorite medium and long since he can remember that’s all he has really used.
Many people balk at the idea of getting a tattoo for fear that it'll look bad when they grow older. While that's a matter of personal taste, these older tattooed folks are here to show you that their tattoos are just as awesome now as they were back then.
Many people balk at the idea of getting a tattoo for fear that it'll look bad when they grow older. While that's a matter of personal taste, ...
A photographer in Russia who goes by Fox Grom has captured some stunning images of his Siberian Huskies playing on a thawing frozen lake, which makes them seem like they’re walking on a giant mirror or on the sky itself.
A photographer in Russia who goes by Fox Grom has captured some stunning images of his Siberian Huskies playing on a thawing frozen lake, ...
