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Copenhagen’s Distinct Architecture Knit into Color-Blocked Urban Landscapes by Jake Henzler

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 14:17:27 +0300

Instead of writing or illustrating a journal to record his excursions, Sydney-based artist Jake Henzler knits colorful memories of urban landscapes into huge pieces of art. The artist goes by the name of “‘Boy Knits World”’ on Instagram and crafts quilt-like panels of urban spaces that he comes across whilst traveling.

I’ve Made A Fine Art Museum For My Guinea Pig, And She Seems To Have Enjoyed It

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 14:12:13 +0300

What happens when you have ample free time and need to distract yourself from uncontrollable life events? Well, you create an art gallery for your pet (naturally). I was inspired by the gerbil art museum created by Filippo and Marianna. I’ve seen just one screenshot of the museum posted on Imgur and was immediately motivated to create some art for my own furry rodent friend. I needed a project I could channel all of my energy into.

I Make Realistic Treats That Look Inedible At First But Are Actually Delicious

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 17:51:34 +0300

I LOVE creating "Trompe l'oeil" foods - A trick of the eye, delicious treats that look like other things. I particularly love making them look like something found in nature. I hope you enjoy my explorations of food artistry!

I Hope These Ironic Comics About The Coronavirus Can Cheer You Up

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 13:55:00 +0300

The subject can not be avoided, and instead of stress-fuelled posts or complete ignorance, I decided to channel my worries into these comics. I hope they can cheer you up, too. Stay safe!

110k People Are Following This Baker Who Creates Intricate Designs Out Of Homemade Bread

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 16:07:36 +0300

This chef, who's behind the Instagram account Blondie and Rye, makes the most mesmerizing, meticulously-crafted, crispy snacks that are simply a feast for our eyes. Hannah—a North Carolina-based baker—has over 100k Instagram followers with whom she shares before and after pictures of her intricate, flour-covered creations.

Russian Artist Breathes In New Life By Colorizing Vintage Hollywood Stars’ Photos

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 13:27:28 +0300

Russian artist Olga Shirinina, better known by her nickname "Klimbim," is into colorizing old, vintage photos and freshening up history for all of us. She is primarily dedicated to the history of her motherland: she has colorized portraits of the Romanov family, personalities of the Russian Revolution, and the heroes of the Second World War. But that's not the only theme she likes. This time, the theme of the Golden Age of Hollywood is in the limelight.

Artist Creates 30 Mini Plein Air Paintings In Altoids Tins

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 14:24:40 +0300

The artist can draw inspiration from mundane moments and create art on any given canvas, and size is never a limit. What about vintage Altoid tins?Using small wood panels and a compact palette of paint, Remington Robinson paints mini plein air paintings that could fit in your pocket. Robinson moved to Boulder, Colorado, in 2004, following his passion for painting mountains.

Artist Makes His Pencil Drawings Glow With Life, And They’re Mesmerizing

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 14:55:13 +0300

Mexican artist Enrique Bernal has found a subtle yet majestic way to illuminate his drawings with life. After the talented artist is done working on his pieces with pencils and pens, Enrique adds a few extra post-production effects and it takes his drawings to a whole new level.

Artist Replaces The Cast Of Movies & TV Shows with Disney Characters, And It’s Oddly Fitting

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 14:55:41 +0300

Photographer Gregory Masouras, 26, started to attract the attention of many, including design, photography, and fashion professionals, when he began posting a strange-yet-effective mix of paradisiacal landscapes of Athens and Disney princesses on his Instagram. As you can tell, the artist from Greece is quite prolific and he has various themes to choose from. It's also safe to say that as an artist, he has found his niche in Disney.

Remember The 9-Year-Old Kid Who Kept Getting In Trouble For Doodling In Class?

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 12:53:12 +0300

You all probably remember the incredibly talented 9-year-old Joe from England who kept getting in trouble for drawing in class. We all know how he became recognized all over the world after his art school teacher recognized his talent and he was asked to decorate the dining room of the ‘Number 4’ restaurant in Shrewsbury. We have a wholesome update for you: Joe is still drawing, developing his skills, and he’s just finished his latest project.

8 Disney Princesses All “Dressed Up” For Halloween By A Russian Artist

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 14:10:54 +0300

Russian artist Anastasia Kosyanova dressed up Disney princesses for Halloween and they look so dope, the gang would definitely win any costume competition they’d enter.

Ukrainian Makeup Artist Is Blowing Minds With Her Stunning Lip Art

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 14:51:38 +0300

This makeup artist is blowing minds with her stunning lip art. The incredible designs are 3D and include seashells, seashores, fruit, chocolate, pizza and even animals. The artist, Tutushka from Nikolaev, Ukraine, has been a professional makeup artist for 15 years and started her journey into makeup art by winning a lipstick-art contest. Tutushka has amassed thousands of likes on her pictures and has almost hit 50,000 followers.

Woman Crochets Full Body Halloween Costumes For Her Kids

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 15:33:42 +0300

Sometimes, when kids ring my doorbell trick-or-treating, I pretend I'm not home. Yes, yes, I know, I'm a horrible person. However, if it were Stephanie Pokorny's sons, I'd definitely open my door and spoil them with candy.

Most Beautiful Remaining Street Mosaics From The Soviet Union

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 15:54:33 +0300

Since the disintegration of the Soviet Union in 1991, much of the vast empire’s public art—or propaganda—has perished as well. Socialist Realism was the dominant style of the day—that is, art that bolstered the socialist message by glorifying the proletariat and celebrating civic triumphs. Hardworking men and women of heroic proportions were depicted on posters and in brightly colored mosaics on the walls of factories, schools, and bus stations.

German Photographer Shows The Behind The Scenes Of His Stunning Female Portraits

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 16:10:17 +0300

Kai Böttcher is a talented 25-year-old self-taught photographer and retoucher who decided to share the behind the scenes of his stunning photoshoots. When he was only 14 years old, digital art became his passion and he started editing pictures and creating brand logos. As he got older, he became more interested in surrealism and photo manipulation.

Cyberpunk Babushkas: These Grannies You Wouldn’t Dare Help Across The Road

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 13:53:08 +0300

After looking at these pictures, you’ll change your mind about “defenseless” little old ladies. How do we imagine Russian babushkas? Lovely, cuddly beings that bake pies, knit socks, and exude warmth. But what if they had a darker side? What if they weren’t the angels they seem? Illustrator Eduard Nabiullin from Moscow uncovered another aspect to their nature.

If You Haven’t Smiled Today, Meet Darius, The Rat Who Was Taught To Paint

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 20:07:04 +0300

We all have our talents and we should be proud of them. But when you’re a rat who paints, you should be… famous. And this little guy sure was. Darius the rat went viral on social media for his artistic abilities numerous times, and, even though he has passed away, his works still bring joy to people all over the world.

Baker Makes Hyper-Realistic Cakes That Will Make You Do A Double Take

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 20:00:05 +0300

For those of us who have a sweet tooth, cakes are one of those guilty pleasures that are hard to resist. Just imagine the rich creamy, extra moist and delectable taste of cakes! It would be unfair to blame someone when usually cakes not only look but also taste good.

A Silly But Accurate Guide On How To Recognize Famous Painters By Their Art

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 21:22:53 +0300

Art history can be an incredibly complicated topic and a really tough nut to crack for anyone who hasn’t spent years upon years learning the various intricacies and subtleties needed to master the subject. Luckily for all art lovers who just haven’t got the time to understand all the ins and outs of art history, the internet has provided some hilarious and easy-to-grasp tips

This Pastry Chef Transforms Plain Desserts Into Miniature Worlds And It’s Too Sad To Eat

Tue, 17 Sep 2019 17:59:42 +0300

This 26-year-old pastry chef from Italy, Matteo Stucchi, always believed that in a dessert, the decoration is as important as the taste. Following his Instagram nickname, his little creations remind the world of the famous book 'Gulliver's Travels'. Just as Gulliver encountered the tiny Lilliputians, Stucchi's tiny worlds are also filled with miniature figurines, all arranged to create these fascinating mini-scenes. Scroll down to discover them!

25 Times When Boredom Make People Hilariously Creative

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 13:35:23 +0300

See 25 times when boredom makes people hilariously creative. Because boredom is not so easy to deal with. And some times you have extra time or hectic job hours can also make you feel bored. And the most important thing is the same routine work. So some genius people take ut the solution of this killing feeling.

16 Jaw-Dropping 3D Street Art Pieces By Odeith

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 13:51:35 +0300

Sergio Odeith, a 43-year-old Portuguese graffiti artist, impressed thousands of internet users this week when he posted his latest work of art on Instagram. In less than 7 hours since publication, the post had gotten almost 80,000 likes.

Artist Creates A New Pin-Up Calendar Inspired By Classic Masterpieces Of Kustodiyev And Bilibin

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 13:29:11 +0300

“My name is Andrew Tarusov, and I’m a pin-up artist. You’ve probably already seen my work on the Internet or maybe you have one of my calendars. And today I am presenting my new calendar about Beautiful Russia of the Future to you! I have imagined a Russia where there will be no aggression, no intolerance towards some “other” people, where the main values will be love, mutual respect, understanding and freedom, where there will be no corruption and dirt"

These Cakes By Leslie Vigil Look Like They’ve Been Decorated With Needle And Thread

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 12:57:19 +0300

Leslie Vigil describes herself as a cake artist and you probably couldn’t come up with a better description for her. Vigil is whipping up such elaborate creations, they definitely belong in a gallery. For her recent colorful collection, Tapestry Cakes, the Flour Child used icing as “stitches” to craft stylized flowers, symmetrical laurel leaf patterns, and other details.

Mom Creates Famous Cartoon Characters From Healthy Meals

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 14:13:32 +0300

According to Laleh Mohmedi: "My name is Laleh, I have a son Jacob and a daughter Charlie. Sometimes we like to turn our healthy meals into art pieces! In May 2015, I started turning my son’s meals into characters for a bit of fun. Within a month our creations went viral allowing this fun hobby to turn into a career! All the meals are edible – some are made to be eaten, others commissioned and others as art pieces."

Ukrainian Photoshop Master Shows How She Creates Her Fairytale-Like Images

Wed, 31 Jul 2019 13:36:25 +0300

Evolving technologies create new opportunities in art by blurring the barrier between the artist’s imagination and final artwork. With today’s possibilities to edit and augment any photo by clicking on a few buttons in an app within seconds, it seems that anyone can be an artist. So we want to bring to the spotlight an artist who still relies on her skills and avid creativity and masterfully uses good trusty Photoshop in her time-consuming artwork.

This Cosplayer Can Turn Herself Into Any Character

Mon, 29 Jul 2019 14:07:01 +0300

Deep down, everyone wants to be a hero. Legendary cosplayer Alyson Tabbitha is no different. Except for the fact that being just one hero isn’t enough for her. Sometimes it seems like she wants to embody every single comic book, movie and video game protagonist in existence. At least for a few hours.

This Sculptor Bends Metal Wire Into Incredible Sculptures Of Historical Figures

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 12:58:23 +0300

Darius Hulea is an artist from Romania known for his masterful portraits made from iron, stainless steel, copper and brass wires. The artist successfully combines elements of both contemporary and classical art to bring his sculptures to life. Using industrial materials, Darius molds them into recognizable portraits of famous historical figures.

Amazing Images From A Belgian Sand Sculpting Festival

Fri, 28 Jun 2019 12:28:48 +0300

With just sand and water, artists from around the world have gathered in Ostend, Belgium, to create their own fantasy world full of magic. The annual sand sculpture festival is built by 40 professional artists from all around the world with this year’s theme being ‘Dreams’. Not less than 240 trucks of special sand is sculpted during one month of preparation, creating a visitors circuit that takes one hour to complete, with 150 sculptures from 2 to 6 meters

Artist Spends 200 Hours Making Stunning Portrait Of Bill Murray Out Of Rolled Vinyl Tape

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 12:38:00 +0300

Danny Schleibe, the creator of a unique art form called “tapigami”, spent a whopping 200 hours making an awe-inspiring portrait of actor Bill Murray exclusively out of hundreds of rolled pieces of vinyl tape glued to a wooden panel.

Giant Hands Reaching For Each Other Becomes The Newest Monumental Sculpture In Venice

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 12:12:00 +0300

Following up on his monumental sculpture for the 2017 Venice Biennale, Support, artist Lorenzo Quinn has returned to the city with yet another phenomenal work. This time, Lorenzo built six pairs of hands joining over the historic Arsenale. At almost 50 feet (15m) high and 65 feet (20m) wide, Building Bridges is a piece that celebrates unity and is a stunning addition to the city as it hosts the 58th Venice Biennale

“This Is What I See When I Create Art”: Beautiful Paintings Of Natural Russian Landscapes

Fri, 17 May 2019 09:37:14 +0300

We rarely have a chance to see what an artist saw when he was creating his masterpiece. But the Russian painter Stepan Nesterchuk from Dmitrov decided to provide us with such an opportunity. And, you know, it’s really cool to immerse yourself into the atmosphere of art creation.

Interview: Artist Gives Discarded Household Objects New Life with Cross-Stitch Coverings

Thu, 16 May 2019 13:17:11 +0300

From vintage typewriters to old sewing machines, many household objects of the past have their own unique charm that makes them irresistible to antique collectors. Sweden-based artist Ulla Stina-Wikander is one of many vintage aficionados, but she doesn’t just collect old items—she turns them into art. The talented artist gives outdated technology, furniture, and tools a new lease on life by covering them with colorful cross-stitch embroidery designs.

This 3D Graffiti Art Will Play Tricks On Your Mind

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 16:27:45 +0300

Created by Spektr art collective from Yekaterinburg, Russia, these artworks are both artistic and educational. Spektr proposes a new approach to public space design, a way to explore local identity by creating murals depicting historical artifacts that are usually hidden inside museums.

26 Of The Most Epic 3D Tattoos

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 16:31:12 +0300

Popularized by pioneers such as Jesse Rix and Winston The Whale, these works will make you look twice. Some look astonishingly real, as if there actually is a beautiful butterfly perched delicately on the skin. While others are mind-bending optical illusions that contort the body in ways that shouldn't be possible.