Landscape Photography
February 6, 2019

Dreamy Landscapes at Night Inspired by Space, Stars, and Video Games

In his stellar body of work, photographer Daniel Greenwood creatively combines three of his lifelong fascinations: space, stars, and video games. Inspired by this trio of muses, he captures mesmerizing shots of otherworldly landscapes. In each of his dazzling photographs, Greenwood showcases the beauty of the earth after dark. With subjects ranging from waterfalls and lakes to sunflowers and succulents, these photos illustrate the diversity of the natural world.

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Photography
February 5, 2019

Photographer Travels Europe to Document the Beauty of Abandoned Buildings

German photographer Michael Schwan passes his time in search of abandoned spaces where he's able to document the slow decay wrought over years of neglect. Traveling across Europe, he visits castles, villas, theaters, hotels, and universities that have been deserted and left behind. The results are a somewhat romantic look at what occurs when humans move forward, leaving their past behind.

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Travel
February 4, 2019

Cozy Glass Cabins Allow You to Snuggle Up Near the Arctic Circle

Just a few miles from the Arctic Circle, tucked in the capital of Lapland, there's a village of 24 quaint cabins ready to keep guests warm and toasty. Located in Rovaniemi, the Glass Resort is a new twist on the glass cabins that have become popular with travelers looking to immerse themselves in the landscape while staying dry and cozy. VOID Architecture worked together with Finnish house manufacturer Honkatalot to create the 430-square-foot (40-square-meter)

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Painting
February 4, 2019

Top 8 Oil Painting Techniques All Beginners and Professionals Should Know

Oil paint has a long tradition in art history. Many of the world’s greatest creatives have used this material to produce their masterpieces, and its legacy lives on as one of the most popular media today. If you’ve ever thought about painting or are a professional looking to switch up your practice, chances are that oils have crossed your mind. Acrylic and oil are two of the most well-known types of paints used by contemporary artists.

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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.