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October 27, 2017

Illustrator Perfectly Captures How an Introvert Likes to Spend the Weekend

For an introvert, the weekend is best spent alone. It’s precious time to stay home, binge watch Netflix, and snuggle with a furry pal. But what happens when a friend suggests hanging out? The prospect can fill an introvert with dread! Landysh, one half of the drawing duo Lingvistov, perfectly captures this dilemma in her funny illustrations.

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Installation

October 26, 2017

19th-Century Gothic Church Is Transformed into an Immersive Wonderland Inside

Canadian multimedia studio Moment Factory is known for their incredible immersive experiences, having collaborated with everyone from musicians Arcade Fire...

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Travel

October 26, 2017

Want to Live in Italy? The Town of Candela Will Pay You to Move There

We've seen Italian towns get creative with how they attract new residents, whether it's using street art to bring in tourists...

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Drawing

October 26, 2017

Marathon Runner Creates Illustrated Maps of Running Routes Around the World

Phil Thompson is an illustrator “who also happens to love running.” His dedication goes the distance (literally) and he has completed one of the most challenging types of races—the marathon. It was during the first of these competitions that he got the idea to create his own illustrated marathon map.

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Photography

October 26, 2017

Photographer Takes 3,200+ Photos Capturing the Vibrant Diversity of Portugal’s Windows

Previously, we introduced you to Portuguese photographer Andre Goncalves and his Windows of the World series.

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Art

October 25, 2017

Paper Engineer Designs Incredible Pop-Up Cards That Bloom and Burst Before Your Eyes

Germany-based paper engineer Peter Dahmen takes the art of pop-up cards to the next level.

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Funny

October 25, 2017

Adorable Baby Hippo Photobombs Couple at the Exact Moment They’re Getting Engaged

Animals commit some of the best photobombs. The most endearing thing about them is that the creatures have no clue that they’re creeping on someone’s special moment; they simply want to see what those curious humans are up to. One of the latest (and most adorable) animal photobombs recently happened at the Cincinnati Zoo.

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Career

October 24, 2017

5 Alternative Art Careers to Stay Creative and Move Beyond the Studio

When you’ve attended art school—or even just decided to pursue a career in the arts—it’s easy to box yourself into...

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Resources

October 24, 2017

Medieval Illuminated Manuscript Exploring the Majesty of Animals Digitized and Placed Online

No, an illuminated manuscript is not a book that lights up, but rather a visual way of articulating letters and inserting...

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Architecture

October 24, 2017

Mobile Tiny Home Comes Equipped with Its Own Detachable Green House

When we think of tiny homes, it often means sacrificing some of the luxuries of more conventional-sized spaces. Your hobbies, for instance, might have to take a backseat to make room for more important things like your bed or kitchen. Olive Nest Tiny Homes proves that you don’t need to give up your passions to live in a small abode.

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