Installation
June 28, 2018

10,000 Pounds of Ocean Plastic Is Turned Into a Leaping 38-Foot-Tall Whale

In response to the estimated 150 million tons of plastic trash currently in the ocean, Brooklyn-based architecture and design firm StudioKCA has created an incredible installation for the Bruges Triennial.  Skyscraper (the Bruges Whale) is a 38-foot-tall whale fabricated from 5 tons of plastic waste fished from the Pacific and the Atlantic Oceans. As a stunning commentary on our current environmental state, the sculpture is a powerful reminder of what we are pumping into our oceans.

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Animals
June 27, 2018

This Heroic Police Dog Shows How to Properly Perform CPR on Humans

They say that dog is man's best friend, and for good reason. In addition to offering companionship to their owners, many dogs are trained to take on special tasks, including rejuvenating forests, comforting those affected by trauma, and, as evident in a recent viral video shared by the Madrid Police, even administering CPR. The short clip features Poncho, a particularly skilled police dog, putting on a “heroic performance.

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Sculpture
June 25, 2018

Giant Serpent Emerges From the Sea Off the Coast of France

Just off the shore of the Loire estuary outside of Nantes, France, a slithering serpent rises from the water. Completed in 2012, Serpent d'océan is an impressive 425-foot (130 meters) sculpture by French Chinese contemporary artist Huang Yong Ping and is part of the Estuaire permanent public art collection along the estuary's 37 miles.

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DIY
June 24, 2018

How to Make Your Own Woodblock Print Like the Japanese Masters

What are some carving tips for beginners? Carving takes practice and developing your own technique and style takes time. But there are some basic tips you'll want to remember when starting the woodblock carving process. As a safety precaution, always cut away from your body. Place your block on a plastic mat or surface that will keep it from slipping while you carve.

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My Modern Met

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