Food Art
July 24, 2020

Baker Makes Transparent Jelly Cake That Looks Just Like a Pretty Koi Pond

Inspired by the beauty of Japanese koi ponds, a Canadian baker known as Grace (or petrichoro on Instagram) created a mousse jelly cake for Father’s Day that looks just like the real thing. The incredibly detailed dessert features colorful fish (made from bean paste) encased within a clear gelatin surface that meticulously mimics a pond. The beautiful koi fish even look as though they’re elegantly swimming in a blue lagoon.

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Painting
July 23, 2020

Artist Becomes Infinite Through His Mind-Bending Series of Painted Self Portraits

The self-portrait has long been a fixture in painting. Picasso, Vincent van Gogh, and Frida Kahlo are just a few creatives known for their famous artworks that place themselves at the center. Continuing this tradition is Chicago-based artist Seamus Wray. He has recently delighted the internet with his series of self-portrait paintings that have a twist straight out of the movie Inception.

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Drawing
July 22, 2020

Illustrator Uses Art to Give a Voice to the Black Lives Matter Movement [Interview]

Illustrator Nikkolas Smith is always creating. Whether he's working on children's books, creating movie posters, or teaching workshops in schools and universities, Smith pushes his creativity to the limits. Personally, he's also highly involved in what he's termed “artivism.” Using his art as his voice, Smith often publishes work that highlights racial injustice and the Black Lives Matter movement.

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Creative Products
July 21, 2020

26 Fun & Artsy Gifts For the Van Gogh Fan in Your Life

The work of Dutch Post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh is among the most recognizable in the world. From Sunflowers to Starry Night, his expressive, colorful canvases from the 19th century continue to inspire millions of art lovers across the globe. The iconic artist managed to create a staggering 850 paintings and 1,300 drawings during his short career, despite his tragic battle with mental health.

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