Design

August 8, 2019

Quirky Enamel Pins Reimagine Famous Artists as Avant-Garde Cats

If you're on the hunt for an easy way to turn an ordinary outfit into an artistic ensemble, look no further than Niaski‘s purr-fect pins. Pairing two of her passions—art history and her own beloved pets—the British designer has created Artist Cats, a line of enamel accessories that whimsically explore “the life and times of artistic felines.” In this collection of artist cat pins, you'll find a cast of quirky characters.

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August 7, 2019

New York Public Library Staff Reveal Their Meaningful Literary Tattoos

Tattoos offer an artistic way to pay homage to life’s passions. For the staff of the New York Public Library (NYPL), literature is their life—and they have the body art to prove it. A recent blog post on the NYPL website features a selection of staff members' tattoos that celebrate their favorite books, inspiring authors, and even now-defunct card catalogs. Each design is as different as their positions within the library.

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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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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.