Animals
July 27, 2020

Scientists Discover Deep-Sea “Vantablack” Fish That Absorb Over 99% of Light

We all know that some strange creatures can live in the deep sea, but even researchers were surprised by the adaptation they found in some fish off the coast of California. In the depths of the ocean, far beyond where sunlight can penetrate, scientists have found several species of “Vantablack” fish. These fish actually absorb more than 99.5% of the light that hits them, making them nearly undetectable in the water.

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Creative Products
July 26, 2020

20 Charming Tea Infusers That Are Brewing With Creativity

Do you enjoy tea time? For many folks, having a spot of tea is a ritual of their afternoon. If that’s the case for you, then it’s probably a wise investment to get a tea infuser (or two). These handy kitchen devices are simple to use. Just place loose, dried tea leaves in the infuser's pouch, secure it, and then dunk the steeper in a mug of hot water and wait for it to brew.

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Painting
July 25, 2020

Ethereal Landscape Paintings Evoke the Abstract Beauty of Morning Light in the Mountains

Artist Blu Smith creates colorful abstract paintings that explore how light interacts with the landscapes of the Canadian West Coast. The talented creative has spent several years developing his style, allowing his changing environment to inform how and what he paints. Today, he’s celebrated for his vibrant works that capture the magical quality of dappled sunlight shining through forest trees.

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Art
July 24, 2020

Discover the 5 Types of Traditional Intaglio Printmaking Still Used by Artists Today

The invention of the printing press changed the world. By the 15th century, it allowed for the mass production of printed matter such as newspapers and books. But beyond the proliferation of information, there was another benefit to the industrial machine: it facilitated the phenomenon of printmaking as an art form. Printmaking is an artistic process based on transferring images from a master plate (usually made of wood, metal, or glass)

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My Modern Met

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