Sculpture
July 6, 2022

Wood and Resin Pair Perfectly To Create Beautiful Minimalist Animal Sculptures

Makers from around the world have harnessed the perfect combination of wood and resin to create stunning works of art. Ukraine-based artist Yurii Myketka, aka Woodwhale Lab, specializes in applying this mixture to aesthetically pleasing animal sculptures. With their minimalist bodies and polished details, these miniature figurines are visually striking.

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Illustration
July 5, 2022

Artist Uses Vibrant Colored Inks To Breathe Vivid Life Into Her Illustrations

Illustrator Anna Sokolova is known for her expressive use of colored inks. Looking at her work, it's easy to see why she fell in love with this medium. Whether she's drawing expressive animals, creating fashion illustrations, or painting realistic flowers, her work shows just how versatile inks can be. And luckily, Sokolova loves sharing tips for using them so that everyone can understand why they need inks in their artistic arsenal.

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Travel
July 4, 2022

Photographer Documents the Magical Moments When Indigenous Peruvians Visited Machu Picchu for the First Time [Interview]

Every year over 1.5 million people visit Peru's Machu Picchu. This gem of the Inca Empire attracts tourists from around the world who endure a long hike to view the 15th-century citadel in all its glory. Local porters are a critical part of Machu Picchu's tourism, as they carry supplies and break down camp for tourists as they make their way along the Inca Trail.

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