Installation
November 14, 2019

120,000 Ribbons Float Above Former Berlin Wall to Mark 30 Years Since the Peaceful Revolution

November 9, 1989 marked a momentous occasion—it's when the Berlin Wall began to come down. At that time, East German officials announced that all German Democratic Republic citizens could visit West Germany and West Berlin. This was just the start of a nearly year-long process of German reunification, but November 9 has always been recognized as a milestone for the divided nation.

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Design
November 14, 2019

Designer Transforms Vintage Volkswagen Beetles into Adorable Minibikes

In one of the most creative examples of upcycling that we've seen in a while, designer Brent Walter has transformed an old Volkswagen Beetle into a whole new type of transport. Dubbed the Volkspod, this pair of minibikes plays with the iconic curves of the VW Bug thanks to the inventive use of the fenders. Too cute for words, it's delightful to see Walter zip around on these little scooters.

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Street Art
November 13, 2019

Woman Receives Power Washer for Birthday and Creates Stunning Artwork on Driveways

This year, Dianna Wood, a North Carolina resident, received a birthday present she had coveted for years—a power washer. Although not a trained artist herself, Dianna has long kept a range of creative hobbies on the side. Upon obtaining the power washer, it did not take Dianna long to transition from cleaning fences and bricks to something a bit more innovative. Inspiration struck as Dianna was about to clean the driveway.

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Drawing
November 12, 2019

Cartoonist Shares Funny “Spoilers” of Some of Classic Literature’s Most Celebrated Tales

Cartoonist John Atkinson of Wrong Hands has a playful way of describing some of literature’s most celebrated works. Known for his Abridged Classics series, he shares humorous “spoilers” of novels including The Catcher in the Rye and 1984. His very brief reports of the books are pared down to their most basic and boast a biting, dry wit.

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My Modern Met

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