Art

November 9, 2016

Ethereal Watercolor Paintings Beautifully Capture Our Interconnected World

In a swirl of color and texture, artist Hieu—better known as Kelogsloops—paints spectacular portraits that feel both intimate and grandiose, as if the subjects hold the universe at their fingertips. The Melbourne-based creative fuses motifs of water, space, and weightlessness, combining these stunning visuals with the carefree fluidity of watercolor pigments. Together, they merge into compelling, ethereal forms.

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November 9, 2016

Illuminated Coffee Cups Are an Unconventional Stage for Dramatic Cut Paper Scenes

Look inside of a paper coffee cup and you might discover one of Anastassia Elias’ detailed artworks. Crafted inside of the unassuming vessels, the tiny worlds depict people talking, laughing, snapping photos, and of course, enjoying a hot beverage. Each piece is small enough to hold in your hand, allowing you to examine Elisas’ handiwork up close.

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November 7, 2016

Artist Turns Raw Chunks of Logs Into Vases With Polished Surfaces and Weathered Tree Bark

In his small and cozy Massachusetts workshop, nature enthusiast and expert craftsman Ray Asselin designs and constructs one-of-a-kind wooden vases. He creates each vase through methods of woodturning—a craft in which wood is cut and shaped using a lathe. With a deep appreciation for both nature and craftsmanship, Asselin creates pieces that exhibit everything wood has to offer, from its natural allure to its transformative and artistic capabilities.

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November 7, 2016

Illustrations Reveal the Detailed Floor Plans of Homes in Beloved TV Shows

When you’re really invested in a television show, a character’s home can feel like yours, too. Taking this love to the next level, Homes.com has visualized the places near and dear to our hearts with detailed floor plans of eight fictional locales, specifically focusing on productions with a cult following: Arrested Development; Breaking Bad; Buffy the Vampire Slayer; Gilmore Girls; It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia; Mr. Robot; Sherlock; and Stranger Things.

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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.