Nature
December 3, 2014

The Incredible Beauty and Colorful Diversity of Agate

Dense bands, striking colors, fine grain, milky surfaces, and glittering pockets of crystals are just some of the features commonly found in agate. Viewed up close, the gemstone often resembles completely otherworldly sights, ranging from galactic nebulae to neon-hued, microscopic bacteria, as seen in these photos. Agate is a form of microcrystalline quartz known for its incredible variety and the uniqueness of each stone.

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Art
December 2, 2014

Magnificent Outdoor Cathedral Formed from Living Trees

Located at the foot of Mount Arera on the outskirts of Bergamo in northern Italy, a spectacular outdoor cathedral formed from rows of trees has become a place of pilgrimage for tourists, art lovers, and spiritual visitors alike. Called the Cattedrale Vegetale (also known as the Tree Cathedral), this magnificent work by Italian artist Giuliano Mauri is one of the most impressive examples of “natural architecture” in the world.

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Art
December 1, 2014

Artist Uses Nuts, Bolts and String to Craft Soul-Searching Composites

London-based artist San Pierre uses industrial materials and digital designs to create intricate pieces reflecting abstract human dilemmas. In San Pierre's Discontent series, colorful strings crisscross over black prints on composite boards. The interwoven strings are anchored by gold-plated machine nuts and bolts, creating illusions of depth and even shimmering movement.

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Art
November 28, 2014

Artist Transforms Children’s Drawings into Adorable Plush Toys

Vancouver-based artist Wendy Tsao turns children's drawings into adorable, handcrafted plush dolls. The toys, which she calls “softies,” are one-of-a-kind reflections of the kids' creativity and imagination. Anything that they can dream up–from rainbow cats to cute bat-pig hybrids to three-headed snake monsters–are brought to life through Tsao's unique handiwork, providing the children with cuddly companions they can cherish forever.

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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.