Art
July 2, 2015

Vibrant Rainbows Created Daily for 100 Days out of Everyday Objects

Artist Julie Seabrook Ream has been arranging everyday objects to form brilliant photo sets that mirror the colors of the rainbow. Using delicious foods, art supplies, and objects from nature, Ream has created collections that feature spectacular, visual motifs and an incredible amount of liveliness. This multicolored extravaganza is actually part of an ongoing series created by Ream on Instagram.

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Art
June 30, 2015

Chinese Farmers Grow Extraordinary Rice Paddy Art in Vast Fields

Rice farmers in China have carefully planted their harvest to create vast 3D works of art that are both eye-catching displays of contemporary and traditional subjects. These plant-based pieces are so intricate that they look as though they were spray-painted onto the fields. In reality, the spectacular designs were actually planned out ahead of time, utilizing rice saplings that grow to be different heights and colors.

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Art
June 30, 2015

Sea Glass Sculptures Reflect the Relaxing Qualities of the Ocean

Artist Jonathan Fuller recycles the ocean-polished sea glass that he finds along Cornwall's coastline to create vibrant, yet calming, works of art. “These frosted shards are tumbled by the elements against rocks and sand, creating smooth-shaped textured jewels,” Fuller told us. “It comes from a variety of sources including industry, sea defences, cargo spills as well as general littering. The most commonly found colours are greens, browns and clears from the bottling industry.

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