Painting
June 3, 2018

Interview: Inside the Surreal Creative Mind of Greg “Craola” Simkins

Prolific artist Greg “Craola” Simkins presents a new series of surreal work in his solo exhibition The Escape Artist. The native Californian has a long career that has seen him move from graffiti artist to video game designer to full-time fine artist, while still maintaining a presence on the streets. Masterfully using acrylics, Simkins' canvases burst with color and fantasy, each pulling the viewer into the mythical worlds he's created.

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Drawing
June 1, 2018

Illustrator Reimagines Disney Princesses as Empowered Career Women

To some, the words “Disney Princess” might bring to mind a classic narrative of a hopeless romantic in search of a perfect prince, ready to swoop in and rescue her from a wicked stepmother, villainous sea witch, or evil sultan. And while modern Disney films are becoming more progressive with their representation of women (with movies such as Frozen and Moana)

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Animals
May 31, 2018

Super Cute Photos Capture the Pure Joy of Tiny Harvest Mice Playing in Tulips

While you might associate macro photography with detailed images of creepy crawlies, there are other (much cuter) creatures that deserve up close attention. These adorable images of harvest mice exploring tulips were taken by Miles Herbert, a British photographer who runs Captivelight—a photography studio that holds workshops for aspiring photographers who are interested in capturing “birds of prey, reptiles, frogs and other beasties.

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Art
May 30, 2018

Wall Chart Shows Almost 900 of Vincent van Gogh Paintings Organized by Subject Matter

One of the most iconic painters in history, Vincent van Gogh painted almost 900 masterpieces during his lifetime. The pioneering Post-Impressionist focused on a range of subjects, including self-portraits, wheat fields, flowers, and the starry night sky—all of which were rendered in his distinct, thick painterly brushstrokes. Fans of Van Gogh can now admire his mastery of the canvas and study how his style developed over time with a new wall chart from Curious Charts.

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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.