Design

February 6, 2025

Hyperrealistic Tattoos Look Like Embroidered Patches Stitched on the Skin

These textile patches may look like they could peel right off, but they’re actually permanently inked onto the skin. Brazilian tattoo artist Vinícius Moschen redefines the art of tattooing with his unique designs inspired by embroidery. Textile patches have been a fashion staple since the 1970s, and Moschen’s tattoos flawlessly embody their nostalgic charm. His ever-growing portfolio showcases hyperrealistic designs inspired by textile motifs, from retro cartoon characters to sports team emblems.

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January 31, 2025

New Book Explores the Fascinating Role of Optical Illusions in Architecture and Design

Much like a crossword, the confounding images in a new coffee table book, titled Illusion in Design, offer clues while withholding answers until the end. What are we to make of chairs floating in midair, or floors that seem to buckle under their own weight? The challenge in and subsequent reward of deciphering these visual puzzles is the entire point of this mystifying book.

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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.