Painting
February 7, 2024

Artist Repurposes Persian Carpets as a Canvas for Evocative Portraits of Women

French artist Mateo Humano uses a unique canvas for his haunting portraits of women. Inspired by the traditions of ancient cultures and influenced by his background as a street artist, Humano places his evocative portraits on Persian carpets. In doing so, he allows the traditional patterns to become part of the features of the women. The effect is incredible.

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Creative Products
February 6, 2024

26 Accessories and Apparel Celebrating Black History Month That You Can Wear All Year Round

Carter G. Woodson—known as the “Father of Black History”—once said, “If a race has no history, it has no worthwhile tradition, it becomes a negligible factor in the thought of the world, and it stands in danger of being exterminated.” He made this observation at a time when the role and contributions of African Americans in American history were largely erased from the narrative.

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Painting
February 6, 2024

Painting Made by All Four Members of The Beatles Sells for $1.7 Million at Auction

Over half a century after their disbandment, The Beatles continues to have devoted fans around the world. A painting made by all four members—John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr—recently sold for $1.7 million, surpassing its pre-sale estimate of $400,000–$600,000. The artwork was part of Christie’s “Exceptional Sale,” which took place in  New York City. The painting, created in 1966, is titled Images of a Woman.

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Architecture
February 5, 2024

Innovative Floating Public Pool To Provide New Yorkers With Clean Urban Swimming

The New York City-based organization + POOL has designed a floating pool that could soon provide New Yorkers with clean, free public swimming opportunities. The pool is equipped with expert filtration systems to remove harmful bacteria and contaminants from river water, leaving swimmers with clean and safe swimmable water. Interestingly, the pool is shaped like an addition sign.

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