Posts by Anna Gragert

Animals
January 20, 2016

Lovable Shiba Inu Always Falls Asleep in Same Position as His Look-Alike Stuffed Animal

Animal lovers know just how cute pets can be, and how they're always finding new ways to make us all squee with delight, but there's something especially adorable about our furry little friends when they're snoozing in awkward positions. Shinjiro Ono's Shiba Inu named Maru serves as the perfect example, but with a twist. Whenever the adorable pup settles down for a nap, he likes to take his stuffed polar bear with him.

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Jewelry
January 19, 2016

Whimsical Wooden Jewelry Features Mini Scenes Inspired by Classic Fairy Tales

Artist Gemma Arnal Jeric (of LaliBlue) crafts jewelry for those who want to retain a sense of childlike wonder. Using classic fairy tales as inspiration, the designer lets her imagination run wild as she aims to create a piece depicting a world of magic and mystery. The Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, and Charles Perrault are three storytellers who have influenced Jeric's fantastical creations, helping her capture the stories that delighted our childhood selves.

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Photography
January 18, 2016

Glow-In-The-Dark Hair Is the Latest Fun Hair Trend to Light Up Your Life

Glow-in-the-dark hair is a new trend that will literally light up your life (and your locks). From vibrant rainbow manes to strands glowing in various neon shades and tresses resembling a jellyfish's phosphorescence, this trend is being uniquely interpreted by both women and men. Wearers also love to style their locks in intricate braids, cascading curls, and quirky space buns to amplify the hair dye in unique patterns and designs.

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Art
January 17, 2016

Interview: Introducing the World to the Late Nikolai Astrup, the "Lost Artist of Norway"

Painter and printmaker Nikolai Astrup is a household name in Norway, yet the rest of the world is just now learning of his immense talent. While he has been compared to other notable Norwegian artists such as Edvard Munch, Astrup's body of work boasts its own distinctive qualities. His use of vibrant colors and illumination gives his pieces a romantic hue, revealing Astrup's undying love for his country.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.