Art

May 9, 2017

8-Foot-Tall Bronze Sculpture of King Arthur Overlooks the Atlantic Ocean

Embed from Getty Images Sculptor Rubin Eynon creates unforgettable public artwork using a variety of mediums—from wood and stone to iron and bronze. His recent work, Gallos, was installed in April 2016, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean on the cliffs of Tintagel. The stately 8-foot-high bronze sculpture was not only inspired by the legend of King Arthur, but also Tintagel Castle's history. Commissioned by English Heritage, the public sculpture is not without controversy.

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May 5, 2017

Relatable Illustrations Celebrate the Tiny Victories of Realizing You’re an Adult

Have you ever congratulated yourself on adulting? If you're unfamiliar with that term, it describes someone who is of adult age but doesn't feel like one. So, when they do adult things like remembering to use a reusable shopping bag, it's a small victory. Because after all, being a grown up is tough—but celebrating these little moments makes it easier. If you too regularly “adult,” you're not alone.

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May 4, 2017

Beauty Artist Turns “Skull Face” Makeup into a Gorgeous Art Form

Makeup artist Vanessa Davis, known on social media as ‘The Skulltress,' dreams up ambitious and artistic face paint designs. Each elaborate work of makeup art showcases Davis' cosmetic know-how and wild imagination. Davis designs a range of out-of-this-world looks. The self-described “makeup and mixed media face-artist”  is known for her skull-inspired designs that transcend traditional and trendy skeletal face paint. Unlike many other makeup artists who dabble in this motif, Davis creatively and continuously finds ways to dress it up.

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May 3, 2017

‘Marble Lips’ Beauty Trend Has Women Painting Their Lips Like Beautiful Statues

In the world of beauty, nothing is too unconventional. Even if it starts out as a joke, chances are it'll still take the internet by storm. From pastel braids to feathered eyebrows, current styles prove that the body is a fantastic canvas for unique forms of self expression. Building on this is one of the latest makeup trends that's taking over Instagram—and it's creatively stone cold.

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