Design

July 23, 2016

Poetic Origami Bird Lamps Illuminate Their Surroundings When Set in Motion

At first glance, London-based architect and designer Umut Yamac‘s Perch Light series looks like carefully folded pieces of origami art. However, they're fully functional lamps that invite viewers to touch them. The simplicity of the life-size “paper” bird sculptures are, in Yamac's own words, poetry. Turn the lights down low and watch the birds glow from the inside out. This is origami as you've never seen it before.

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July 16, 2016

Majestic Animal Illustrations Hand Drawn with Intricately Hypnotizing Patterns

UK-based artist Faye Halliday creates art that's inspired by a combination of her travels, her attempts to inspire love, creativity, and adventure in others, and her desire to understand and capture beauty. She uses ink and intricate patterns to create elaborate portraits of animals and symbols. “I've always been inspired by beauty. Never on a superficial level, but more so as a concept; an interpretation and what it means to different people.

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June 30, 2016

21 Creative Disney Tattoos Inspired By Iconic Childhood Films

A love of Disney can last well beyond childhood, and for many, it’s a lifelong adoration that only grows fonder with age. Some people celebrate their devotion to these charming films with costumes, artwork, or even nuptials at the happiest place on Earth. Others prefer an ever-present reminder of the inspiring, magical stories with beautiful body art.

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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.