Art
August 30, 2019

Artist Playfully Transforms Everywhere He Visits with Paper Cut-Outs

While most people look at buildings and take them at face value, paper artist Rich McMor (of Paperboyo) sees the world in an entirely different way. The avid traveler playfully reimagines famous landmarks and locations around the world by incorporating his paper cutting art into the scene. McCor has been transforming famous landscapes for years and, luckily, he shows no sign of stopping.

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Art
August 29, 2019

Artist Paints Amazing 3D Art Illusions on Her Own Hand

Having the skills to paint realistically is impressive on its own, but artist Iantha Naicker takes it a step further by painting three-dimensional subjects onto her own hand. Holding the paint brush with her right hand and using her left hand as her canvas, the artist not only showcases her talent, but her incredible patience.

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Drawing
August 27, 2019

Charming Illustrations Capture Everyday Moments of Love Between Couples

From the overlooked joys of living alone, to the special bond between people and their dogs, Los Angeles-based artist Yaoyao Ma Van As has a real talent for capturing the intimate moments in life. Self-love is invaluable, but the artist also visualizes how special love with another human being can be. Her charming couple illustrations give a glimpse into the endearing moments of a loving relationship.

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Painting
August 26, 2019

Thickly Layered Landscape Paintings Are a Dreamy Escape into Tactile Fields of Flowers

Ireland-based artist Therese O’Keeffe creates paintings that make it easy to enjoy a spring day no matter the time of year. Using a brush and palette knife, she applies thick pigment to the canvas and depicts colorful fields of flowers. In O’Keeffe’s world, the sky is always a perfect shade of blue and the blossoms are bountiful. They offer a visual respite—especially if you find yourself dreaming of escaping the office and frolicking among nature.

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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.