Tattoos
October 13, 2018

Eye-Catching Blackwork Tattoos Capture the Delicate Beauty of Flowers

Tattoos are often a deeply personal artistic expression, both for the wearer, but also the tattooist. Vancouver-based tattoo artist Vanessa Dong channels her femininity and celebrates her love of nature with her incredible floral tattoos. Dong’s black and gray tattoos beautifully adorn the wearer’s skin, and are often placed to elegantly wrap around shoulders, forearms, and thighs. Pretty peonies, sunflowers, magnolias, and more are expertly rendered with fine lines and subtle shading.

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Style
October 11, 2018

You Can Try on a New Leg Tattoo Every Day With These Patterned Tights

If you’re considering getting leg sleeve tattoos, design-duo Gabby and Idan (aka tattoosocks) have a created a way for you to test out different placements and designs without committing to permanent ink. The Bulgaria-based artists create artistically patterned tights, featuring a range of motifs that almost look like real tattoos. The tattoosocks collection features nature-inspired illustrations, including exotic birds, foxes, flowers, and even surprisingly stylish octopi.

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Photo Contest
October 9, 2018

20 Stunning Finalists of the 2018 Architectural Photography Awards

Architectural photographers around the world submitted their best images to the Architectural Photography Awards and now the 20 finalists have been revealed. The competition, which is organized by the World Architecture Festival, attracted entries from 47 countries and the finalists will have their images on display at the WAF in Amsterdam. The five images selected in each of the four categories—Interiors, Exteriors, Buildings in Use, and Sense of Place—highlight the artistry of architectural photography.

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Landscape Photography
October 7, 2018

Aerial Photos Capture Spectacular Views of Painterly Patterns on Earth

While many of the world’s natural landscapes can be appreciated on foot, award-winning photographer Stas Bartnikas takes to the skies to capture their beauty from above. The Moscow-based photographer’s spectacular portfolio of aerial photography highlights the magnificent abstract patterns found in nature—a style he calls “aero-art.

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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.