Landscape Photography
July 31, 2019

Photos Shot on the “Blue Border” of Day and Night Capture the Enchantment of Twilight

German landscape photographer Kilian Schönberger invites viewers to see nature in a new light. In Winter’s Tale, Schönberger imagines snow-covered scenery as settings for fairytales and folklore. With Winter is Coming, he pays tribute to one of his favorite fantasy stories. And, for his most recent series, The Blue Border, Schönberger explores the alluring enchantment of twilight. Featuring photographs shot both at dusk and dawn, The Blue Border captures the magical moments of blue-tinted beauty that regularly grace nature.

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Photography
July 30, 2019

Stunning Shapes and Shadows on Earth That Can Only Be Seen from Above

Brothers JP and Mike Andrews were astonished the first time they sent their drone into the air. These initial flights revealed a world hidden in the skies, one that turned the seemingly mundane perspective at ground level into a thing of beauty when viewed from above. Inspired by what they saw, the brothers set out to travel the world and “to show how weird and wonderful the world can look from above.

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Technology
July 29, 2019

Sony Develops Wearable Air Conditioner to Keep You Cool While on the Move

If you're someone who suffers in the heat of summer, you'll be intrigued by a new offering from Sony. The Reon Pocket is a personal air conditioner that will keep you cool whether you're on a crowded train or watching a ball game under the scorching sun. The portable, wearable device was developed as part of Sony's startup acceleration program and was just funded on the company's crowdfunding website.

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DIY
July 26, 2019

DIY Project at Home: How to Craft Your Own Paper Mache Sculptures

If you've ever dreamt of dabbling in sculpture but lack the studio space, you're in luck. While you may think you need access to a kiln to start sculpting, studio-free methods like oven bake clay and origami make mastering the art form quick and convenient. However, if you're less interested in all-inclusive DIY kits and more keen to try your hand at a homemade approach, paper mache may be the craft for you.

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