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January 19, 2017

Brightly Embroidered Temari Balls Are a Kaleidoscope of Geometric Design

A form of ancient Japanese folk art, temari balls are brightly colored pieces of needlework covered with elaborate patterns. In the Edo period, aristocratic women created temari balls using pieces of silk from spare kimonos in a challenge toward perfection. To a wider public, they became a sensation several years ago after a 92-year-old grandmother's temari collection went viral.

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January 13, 2017

Illustrations of Fantastical Homes for Beloved Fairy Tale Characters

When two seemingly disparate subjects come together, they can produce a visual enchantment we would've never imagined otherwise. Illustrator Federico Babina is known for his creative mashups like Archilife, which paired movie stars with homes designed by famous architects. He’s recently unveiled his latest series called Architale that’s in the same vein—this time, it focuses on fairy tale architecture.

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January 10, 2017

Europe’s First Underwater Museum Opens Off the Canary Islands

With over 300 works spread over 12 installations, Europe's first underwater museum has just opened off Lanzarote. Jason deCaires Taylor's Museo Atlantico is a heroic work we've been following for years. In fact, his The Rubicon was even named one of our top 10 art installations of 2016. And now, the entire structure has been officially inaugurated, with deCaires' work mixing aesthetic beauty and environmental sensibility.

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January 9, 2017

12 Witty Illustrators You Can Count on When You Need to Smile

The daily news is a reminder that the world can be a grim place. We all need a break every once and awhile—like having ourselves a much-needed laugh. Luckily, there are witty illustrators whose imaginative drawings never fail to make us chortle, or at the very least, crack a smile. The approach of these artists might be different, but the effect is always the same. For a moment, we’re transported to their world.

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