Tattoos
August 16, 2018

Kerby Rosanes’ Geometric Animal Illustrations Are Now Temporary Tattoos

If you’re thinking of getting inked but can’t decide on a design, temporary tattoos are a great way to test out your options. From floral watercolors to delicate leaves, we’ve seen many talented artists transform their sketches into beautiful body art. One artist to do so is Manila-based illustrator Kerby Rosanes, who recently released his Geometric Beasts series as a collection of wash-on-wash-off tattoos.

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Food Art
August 15, 2018

Baker Tops Nature-Inspired Cakes with Realistic Buttercream Botanicals

Cake art is more popular than ever, with many bakers creating sweet treats that not only taste good, but are a feast for the eyes too. One creative chef to do so is self-confessed “buttercream enthusiast” Leslie Vigil. The California-based artist is part of Tasteful Cakes, a family-owned cake shop that specializes in delectable desserts that look almost too good to eat.

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Creative Products
August 13, 2018

“Painting with Bob Ross” Book Teaches Readers How to Paint Like the Legendary Artist

Late American artist and television host Bob Ross has inspired artists with his can-do approach to painting for nearly 40 years. During the 11-year run of The Joy of Painting, an instructional painting program, the pop culture icon taught viewers of all skill levels how to pick up a paintbrush with confidence. Now, in addition to these popular video tutorials, Ross' fans and followers can find artistic inspiration in the new book, Painting with Bob Ross.

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Video
August 10, 2018

Stunning Drone Video Captures Sweeping Views of the Ancient Ruins of Pompeii

If you ever wondered what life was like in ancient Rome, a visit to Pompeii will give you a deeper understanding of daily life. Located outside of Naples, the bustling town was preserved after being buried under volcanic ash during the 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Thanks to Roman archaeologist Steven Ellis, it's possible to preview the archeological site without having to step foot on an airplane.

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My Modern Met

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