Sculpture
January 1, 2020

Sculptor Creates Detailed Miniatures of Philadelphia and New Orleans’ Gritty Architecture

Philadelphia-based artist Drew Leshko is creating a sculptural archive of the city's most at-risk architecture with his detailed scale models. Working primarily in paper and wood, Leshko produces these miniatures with love and care in order to preserve the history of Philadelphia's grittiest neighborhoods. From local dive bars to pawn shops and convenience stores, each commercial space is transformed into an artistic sculpture that is filled with nostalgia.

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Art
December 31, 2019

Artist Creates Giant 3D Portrait Paintings With Textured “Skin” You Can Feel

Oftentimes, to see artwork up close and from afar is to see two entirely different pieces. Canadian artist Michael Goodson explores this effect in his series of complex, large-scale portraits. Although from afar these masterpieces look incredibly realistic, up close the viewer can see the tactual details of the face molded into layers of acrylic paint and silicone.

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Design
December 30, 2019

Creative Uncle Designs Vintage Toy Packaging for Cash Gifts to Nieces and Nephews

When Donnachaidha Ó Chionnaigh learned that his nieces and nephews wanted cash for Christmas, he wasn’t surprised. Despite the straightforward request, he still want to do something more than just handing them some folded bills. “Cash as a gift, while practical, always feels impersonal,” he tweeted, “so I made special packaging.” Chionnaigh’s creative solution reimagined the cash as if it were a doll or figurine, and he housed the money in vintage-inspired blister packs.

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My Modern Met

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