Photography
June 3, 2014

Celebrity Fad Diets Recreated as Classical Still Lifes

In an intriguing blend of fine art and celebrity culture, Italy-based photographer Dan Bannino's series Still Diet recreates famous fad diets as stunning still life shots. Using figures as contemporary as Beyonc or as historical as Henry VIII, Bannino documents the fascinating relationship between humans and food, regardless of era or occupation.

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Design
June 2, 2014

Lily Pad Coasters and Flowers are Beautifully Handmade

England-based artist Marieanne Cavaciuti of Damson Tree Pottery was recently given two major nods of approval. Not only did her water lily pad coasters land on the front page of Etsy, fellow artist Mister Finch featured her works on his Facebook page. The lily pad coasters are all handmade, so each piece is unique. Cavaciuti cuts the lily pad shapes freehand with her potter's pin, carves veins in the leaves, and then biscuit fires everything.

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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.