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January 29, 2020

Artist Illustrates the Adorable Reality of Living With a Little Dog

Most pet owners would agree that the bond you have with your fluffy friend is something that’s unbreakable. New York-based artist Gemma Gené (of 157 of gemma) is one proud parent of an adorable pug named Mochi. She shares their hilarious day-to-day scenarios in a relatable daily webcomic that illustrates their adorable, inseparable relationship.

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January 28, 2020

5-Foot-Tall Artist Illustrates the Many Perks of Being Short

While some people with a below-average height would call their tiny size a disadvantage, artist Brisa (of online comic Three Under The Rain) illustrates the many perks of being short. Standing proud at 152 cm (just under 5 feet), Brisa shows that sometimes the best things come in small packages. Brisa’s ongoing comic series gives a glimpse into her life with “the man of her life,” Joan, and their dog, Marly.

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January 15, 2020

Japanese Artist Transforms Ordinary Rocks Into Highly Realistic Animals

Japanese artist Akie Nakata, who simply goes by Akie, has a unique way of looking at the world. While many would simply pass over a rock or a stone, Akie is able to see their potential. For the past nine years, she's taken ordinary stones and transformed them into something magical using paint. Under her watchful eye, these rocks become highly realistic animals that fit into the palm of your hand.

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