Sculpture
October 4, 2019

Artist Interprets the “Energy of Life” as Mesmerizingly Iridescent Wall Sculptures

Fueled by the “energy of life,” Lyès-Olivier Sidhoum—known simply as Lyès—crafts conceptual art with a celestial spin. In his collection of modern wall sculptures, the French artist interprets this invisible energy as iridescent discs that capture the magic of materiality and illustrate Lyès' boundless creativity. Deemed Celestial Sculptures, these reflective works transport viewers to alternate dimensions. Ranging in both  composition (some comprise a single circle, while others feature several that seamlessly interlock)

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Technology
October 3, 2019

Wearable Audio Technology Allows You to Feel Sound Through Your Whole Body

If you’ve ever stood close enough to the speakers at a loud concert, you know that you can actually feel the low bass notes vibrating through your body. This immersive sensation is exactly what the Woojer team have recreated with the Woojer Edge series. The wearable strap and vest are designed to enhance the experience of listening to music, gaming, or watching a movie by allowing you to feel sound.

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Renaissance Art
October 2, 2019

Secret Drawings Have Been Discovered Underneath a Priceless Leonardo da Vinci Painting

London's National Gallery of Art boasts a world-class collection of art. In addition to paintings by iconic Impressionist artists and legendary English landscape painters, the museum houses many works by Renaissance masters, like Leonardo da Vinci's Virgin of the Rocks. Since acquiring the panel painting in 1880, the museum has considered it a highlight of its collection.

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