Sculpture
March 26, 2019

Interview: Sculptor Recreates Gorgeous Landscapes with an Enchanting Surrealist Twist

Sculptor Eduard Locota creates striking landscapes by transforming acrylic material into glistening bodies of water. Working for weeks to achieve a shiny, reflective surface, he transforms the common material into something that’s spectacular and truly one of a kind. The pieces, which often incorporate additional materials like marble, take the form of monolithic blocks and tables. They resemble tranquil lakes, breathtaking mountain ranges, and the dusty sand dunes in the desert.

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Gift Guide
March 26, 2019

15+ Creative Bridesmaid Gifts for All Budgets

If the big day is quickly approaching and there's one important thing still on the list—getting your bridesmaid gifts—have no fear! There are plenty of options for this time-honored tradition of getting members of your wedding party a little something to say thank you. It can be difficult to brainstorm something creative in the midst of all your wedding planning, but that's what we're here for.

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Portrait Photography
March 25, 2019

Photographer Captures the Spirit of Bhutan in the Warm Faces of Its People

Photographer Andrew Studer is best known for his incredible landscape imagery, which he captures during his travels around the world. But a trip to the small Himalayan country of Bhutan changed that. Inspired by the warmth and pride of the Bhutanese people, Studer turned his focus to portraiture over the course of two, three-week trips taken in 2017 and 2018.

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Advertising
March 23, 2019

Creative Billboards Cleverly Encourage People to Use Less Water

How do you encourage people to use less water? This was a quandary that Denver Water hired the creative agency Sukle to help solve. For over a decade, they came up with clever advertising campaigns that inspired the citizens of Mile High City to be mindful of the amount of water they use. At the start of their campaign, they had a ten-year goal of reducing water consumption by 22%.

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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.