Design

July 25, 2019

Artist Transforms Fresh Foods into Mind-Bending Arrangements of Tasty Patterns

There are few things as visually soothing as objects neatly organized. Artist Adam Hillman has built his practice around this idea, but often with a twist. Though he occasionally uses everyday objects such as coins and crayons in his pattern arrangements, Hillman primarily aligns elements that are perishable and prone to expiring quickly. The artist demonstrates that the likes of fruit, candy, bacon, and eggs don’t need to be eaten right away.

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July 17, 2019

Learn Thousands of Years of Art History As You Drink From This Quirky Coffee Cup

Wish there was a fun way to mix some art into your morning routine? Look no further than The Unemployed Philosophers Guild‘s Brief History of Art Mug—a unique cup that brews up “a crash course in the world’s greatest art” every time you enjoy a beverage. Capable of holding 14 ounces of liquid, this mug is relatively standard in size. However, much like a good cup of coffee, it packs a punch.

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July 8, 2019

Bonsai Master Masahiko Kimura Creates Gravity-Defying Mini Forests

Bonsai is a Japanese art form that dates back centuries. Along with ikebana and Zen gardens, it's one of the most recognizable expressions of Japanese culture around the world. Currently, there is no bonsai master as well respected as Masahiko Kimura. Seen as a rebel in his early years, his work was later accepted and he is now widely recognized as one of the greatest bonsai masters.

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July 3, 2019

These Shimmering Candles Bring Klimt’s Glistening Gold Paintings to Life

Gustav Klimt believed that “to tell the truth means to glow and burn.” With an interest in expressing emotional authenticity in his work, it is evident that the Austrian artist even applied this approach to his glistening gold paintings, which magically appear to flicker before viewers' eyes. Inspired by the gilded glow of these masterpieces, Flatyz has crafted enchanting candles that highlight some of Klimt's most well-known works.

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