Creative Products
August 16, 2019

10 Art Books That Will Nourish Your Creative Soul This Month

Heading back to school means that you’ll probably be getting a new collection of books to add to your personal library. But even if you’ve long since graduated, you can plan your own independent study by selecting creative books. From photography to art to entrepreneurism, these texts are sure to inspire you. New books are released every week, so it can be hard to keep track of all the great things you could be learning.

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Painting
August 15, 2019

Surreal Paintings of Women Embody the Emotions of Nature and Inanimate Objects

Artist Sarah Joncas uses a centuries-old narrative technique as the basis for her surrealist paintings that combine realistic portraiture with decorative motifs. The Toronto-based creative was inspired by the concept of “pathetic fallacy”—a literary term that attributes human traits and emotions to inanimate objects or animals. Through 21 portraits, she creates her own twist on this time-honored device.

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Embroidery
August 15, 2019

Artist Crafts Tiny Embroidered Pins to Add Fun Flair to Any Outfit

Embroidery is a great way to embellish ordinary articles of clothing. The only downside? Adorning fabric with stitches is a relatively permanent decision, so you have to be sure you're ready to take the plunge—unless you're familiar with the work of Irem Yazici. The self-taught fiber artist has created a collection of embroidery pins that allows you to customize your clothes without the commitment.

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Furniture
August 14, 2019

This Elegant Table Also Functions as a Beautiful Succulent Garden

If you’re a lover of house plants, chances are you’re running out of places to keep your abundance of leafy friends. That’s why BloomingTables came up with a genius solution that allows you to seamlessly bring the beauty of the outdoors indoors, all while saving space. In a recently launched Kickstarter campaign, the team of innovators and nature lovers have debuted BloomingTables—an elegant piece of furniture that doubles as a succulent garden.

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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.