Art
May 6, 2014

Surreal Paintings Blur the Line Between Fact and Fantasy

London-born artist Neil Simone creates intriguing paintings that are filled with layer upon layer of strange realities. With a surreal approach, the artist paints fragmented scenes inside of scenes to blur the distinction between fact and fantasy. Viewers will find themselves exploring the paintings in an attempt to understand the various elements that come together to produce the dream-like landscapes. However, the visually exciting compositions do not provide logical explanations.

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Photography
April 30, 2014

Cat and Owl Combine to Form the Adorably Bizarre "Meowl"

If you're a fan of owls and cats, then it's time to rejoice. A Meowl is the best of both worlds in a bizarre-yet-adorable combination of bird and feline. Like the wonderfully-punned name suggests, it's a cat's head that's superimposed on an owl's body. The mythical creatures appear surprisingly natural as the coloring and patterning on their fur and feathers seems to effortlessly complement one another. Who knew that they could pair so well together?

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Art
April 28, 2014

Photocopied Men Attempt to Break Out of Picture Frames

This clever collection by artist Steven Guermeur playfully challenges the limitations of a conventional picture frame. Entitled Action Against the Frame, the series explores how artwork is traditionally presented to the world and how changes to that approach alter the general feel of the work as well as a viewer's expectations. Each piece features a black and white photocopy of the artist attempting to break free from the boundaries of his surrounding wooden edges.

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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.