Art
February 23, 2010

Photorealistic Pencil Drawings by Paul Lung

Dedicated artist Paul Lung spends up to 60 hours sketching these photorealistic pencil drawings. A graphic artist from Hong Kong, Paul uses a 0.5mm technical pencil to draw everything from his family and friends to cats. His highly detailed work has been written about in newspapers like The Sun and Telegraph. Self-Portrait His work reminds me of another amazing photorealistic artist but one that uses a ballpoint pen, Juan Francisco Casas Ruiz.

Read Article

Uncategorized
February 10, 2010

Modern Architecture: Qatar’s Sidra Tree Convention Center

Designed by Michigan-based Yamasaki Architects, the Qatar Convention Center is slated to open in 2011. The $720 million dollar convention center will cater to 7,000 delegates and feature 10 conference and performance venues, including a 4,000 seat conference hall and a 2,500 seat theater. The stunning design of the convention center is centered around a steel replica of a Sidra tree.

Read Article

Art
February 4, 2010

The Art of Movie Credits (10 Creative Examples)

Sherlock Holmes [Watch It] A fantastic opening title sequence can set the tone for an amazing movie experience. If done well, it'll grab the viewer's attention and give them a sneak peek into their magical journey. Just as important is the closing credits. Rather than just watch names rise up on a screen, the viewer gets to wrap up the story with something interesting or delightful.

Read Article

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.