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March 11, 2020

Webcomic Chronicles the Special Relationship Between Dogs and Their Humans

Dogs are everyday heroes—providing us with love, companionship, and countless memorable moments. Hey Buddy Comics depicts the special bond between pet and owner in relateable illustrated dialogues. The popular webcomic was founded by a dog owner who had “been writing short dialogues” about his four-legged friend since he was a puppy.

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March 10, 2020

Artist “Showers” Her Landscape Paintings With Realistic Raindrops

For some, rainy days provide the perfect ambiance for creative pursuits.

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March 9, 2020

Designer Creates Hilarious Travel Posters for America’s National Parks Based on Their 1-Star Reviews

While most people would agree that America’s beloved National Parks are full of natural beauty, other—less-outdoorsy—types are left disappointed at...

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March 9, 2020

Pastel Artist Captures America’s Most Beautiful Landscapes en Plein Air

Armed with his canvases, easel, and pastels, en plein air artist Aaron Schuerr takes to the great outdoors to capture some of America's most stunning landscapes. From the forests of Yellowstone National Park to the beaches of Laguna Beach, each artwork captures the beauty and tranquility of nature’s fleeting moments in vibrant, chalky hues.

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March 8, 2020

Illustrator Reimagines Famous Celebrities as Iconic Disney Characters

Artist Helen Morgun has a knack for finding the Disney twin of famous celebrities.

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March 7, 2020

What Is Illustration? A Look at Its Modern Beginnings to How It Is Used Today

You might not realize it, but the field of illustration shapes the world we live in.

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March 7, 2020

Artist Shares Drawing Tips in Educational Step-by-Step Tutorials

Finished works of art can be daunting examples for aspiring young artists to replicate or aspire to create themselves. Fortunately, there are creatives like Taji Joseph who impart insightful knowledge about drawing in the form of educational tutorials. The Minneapolis-based artist creates a variety of artistic guides, ranging from drawing facial features to different shading techniques.

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March 7, 2020

Artist Imagines Beloved Pop Culture Characters as “Cartoon Fossils” in a Museum

Artist Filip Hodas imagines a world in which some of the most iconic cartoon characters have gone the way of...

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March 6, 2020

17th-Century Sculpture Captures Unbelievable Lace Details in Hand-Carved Marble

The Baroque Period is known for its decadent theatricality, with European artists continuing the classical trends of the Renaissance and...

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March 3, 2020

Humane Society Will Create a “Bad” Drawing of Your Pet If You Donate $15

The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) was determined to put the “fun” back in fundraising and were amazed at the response when they did just that. “If you donate $15 to the animals at WHS, we’ll draw your pet,” they wrote on their Facebook page on February 25. “The catch? We’re a whole lot better at caring for animals than we are at drawing them.

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