Drawing
October 16, 2019

Charming Illustrations Reveal How Weird and Wonderful Cats Really Are

If you have a cat, you can probably relate to these funny illustrations by Landysh, one half of creative duo Lingvistov. The ongoing kitty comic purrfectly captures the hilarious day-to-day moments living with our feline friends, from the challenge of taking a selfie together to inevitable bites and scratches during playtime. Lingvistov was founded in 2012 by friends and language teachers Landysh and Asia.

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Drawing
October 15, 2019

Designer Creates Diagrams and Maps to Visually Explain Complex Systems and Ideas

If you’ve ever been lost in a new city or totally bamboozled by the proper way to set a table, New York-based designer and inventor Archie Archambault (of Archie’s Press) aims to set you straight. His minimalist diagrams and map illustrations visualize complex forms and ideas in an easy-to-understand way—and they look great too! Archambault began his chart series when he was living in Portland and got lost.

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Animals
October 14, 2019

Tigers Have Fake Eyes on Their Ears as a Possible Defense Mechanism

It can be tough out in the wild for many animals, so it's no surprise that a number of species use whatever they have at their disposal to help them survive. This includes different types of mimicry as a defensive strategy to keep them safe. While we often consider powerful animals like tigers to be at the top of the food chain, that doesn't mean that they too can't benefit from a little extra protection.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.