Step-by-Step Doodle Tutorials Make Complex Subjects Easy to Draw

When youre unfamiliar withdrawing, sketching a simple doodle canseemimpossible. But with the helpful tutorials ofDoodle Me This, you’ll be putting pen to paper in no time. Jenny must determine the most important details of the object or animal shes going to draw. It’s no wonder that so many people flock to herDoodle Me This Instagram account. Scroll down for a selection of doodle tutorials that will get you drawing. (They would be great in abullet journal!...

October 24, 2019 · 1 min · 94 words · Michelle Ramirez

Exploring Michelangelo’s ‘Pietà,’ a Masterpiece of Renaissance Sculpture

Stock Photosfrom martinho Smart/Shutterstock For centuries, the world has been captivated by the groundbreaking art ofMichelangelo. Crafted in the late 15th century, thePietaremains one of the most beloved sculptures in the world. What is a Pieta? Stock Photosfrom martinho Smart/Shutterstock According to the bible, Jesus was crucified for claiming to be the son of God. Historically used by ancient Roman builders, this medium was prized for its quality and popular among Renaissance artists....

October 21, 2019 · 1 min · 198 words · David Gordon

5 Powerful Paintings by the Under-Appreciated Female Artist Artemisia Gentileschi

Self-portrait as a Female Martyr, ca. A prime example of an overshadowed female painter isArtemisia Gentileschi. Here are five of Artemisia Gentileschi’s most important masterpieces. “Self-portrait as a Female Martyr,” ca. 1615 (Photo:Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain) Susanna and the Elders (1610) Susanna and the Elders,c. 1610 (Photo:Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain) In 1593, Artemisia Gentileschi was born in Rome. With famed Tuscan painter Orazio Gentileschi as her father, Gentileschi was exposed to art at a young age....

October 19, 2019 · 2 min · 232 words · Nicole Ritter

38 Men From Around the World Showcase Their Country’s “National Costume” in Male Pageant

PhotographerDavid Ryophotographed the men for the 2019 edition. The Mister Global competition focuses on more than just aesthetics. Each contestant must give back in some way. Jong Woo Kim, a 23-year-old police administration student and model, won the top prize. As Mister Global, he will become a Global Goodwill Ambassador and take on environmental and charitable projects. Curious about the international competition? Scroll down to see the 38 men who participated in the 2019 Mister Global competition....

October 16, 2019 · 1 min · 91 words · Steven Joyce

Charming Illustrations Reveal How Weird and Wonderful Cats Really Are

Lingvistov was founded in 2012 by friends and language teachers Landysh and Asia. Hey, who doesnt? Cat people need a daily dose of catness just to keep them going, say Lingvistov. Indeed all you need is love… and a cat! If you have a cat, how many of these illustrated moments do you relate to? This ongoing cat comic by Lingvistovpurrfectlycaptures the hilarious day-to-day moments living with our feline friends. The charming series explores the lovableand sometimes weirdhabits of cats....

October 16, 2019 · 1 min · 80 words · Lisa Levy

Designer Creates Diagrams and Maps to Visually Explain Complex Systems and Ideas

His minimalist diagrams and map illustrations visualize complex forms and ideas in an easy-to-understand wayand they look great too! Archambault began his chart series when he was living in Portland and got lost. What emerged was my very first map, straight from my mind. Each location takes a huge amount of research and up to 40 hours to assemble to final design. Each is a unique challenge as no two cities are the same....

October 15, 2019 · 1 min · 122 words · Joshua Williams

Striking Pen and Ink Drawings Illustrate the Human Connection to Nature

Do you know your spirit animal? Italian artistAlfred Bashadraws majestic beasts merged with parts of human anatomy, illustrating our innate connection to nature. Bashas surreal depictions of nature include animal silhouettes filled with forest scenes and beastly figures shaped with winding branches. Each of Bashas intricate illustrations captures the raw, fierce character of his animal subjects. Scroll down to see some of Bashas latest illustrations and buy your favorites as prints via hisonline shop....

October 14, 2019 · 1 min · 87 words · Timothy Hebert

Number of Pixels Used in These Photos Is the Number of Animals Left of Each Species Featured

Did you know that there are only around 60 Amur leopards left in the wild? This is just one of the many shocking statistics that Imgur userJJSmooth44visualizes in his blurry animal photo series. Each endangered species is visually represented in as many pixels as there are animals still alive. The more pixelated the image, the artist explains, the closer it is to extinction. JJSmooth44 was inspired by a similar series made for World Wildlife Fund in 2008 calledWWF Japan Population by pixel....

October 11, 2019 · 1 min · 161 words · Alexandra Williams

Artist Designs Shiba Inu-Inspired Japanese Bank Notes That Are Too Cute to Spend

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. yo readour disclosurefor more info. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. Earlier this year, the Ministry of Finance in Japan revealednew designs for the Japanese yen banknotes. Update:These realisticShiba Inu banknotesare now available to purchase asmemo padsonAmazonandeBay....

October 10, 2019 · 1 min · 79 words · Megan Callahan

Cet Artiste Recrée des Œuvres d’Art du Passé Sous la Forme de Portraits Hyperréalistes

Dieu par Michel-Ange LartisteJoongwon Jeongapporte une touche hyperrealiste aux uvres dart emblematiques et aux personnages celebres du passe. Son but est dintegrer et de communiquer ses points de vue sur les sujets quil depeint. Ce faisant, il a donne a la tradition artistique des reproductions une touche personnalisee. Dieu par Michel-Ange Lartiste Joongwon Jeong cree des portraits hyperrealistes duvres dart emblematiques et de personnages celebres du passe. Adam par Michel-Ange...

October 10, 2019 · 1 min · 91 words · Matthew Nguyen

10 Facts About the Parthenon, the Icon of Ancient Greece

For centuries, they helped give birth to Western culture as we now know it. From law and politics to athletics and architecture, the ancient Greeks have left an indelible mark on society. And perhaps there’s no building that evokes ancient Greece more than theParthenon. Photo:Stock Photosfrom anyaivanova/Shutterstock Located on the Acropolis in Athens, the Parthenon was constructed at the peak of the Greek empire. Built in the Classical architectural style, its proportions have been studied for centuries....

October 8, 2019 · 3 min · 459 words · Joanna Ellis

Les Plus Grands Aigles du Monde Ont des Serres Plus Grandes que des Griffes d’Ours

Mais si son apparence distincte n’est pas assez etourdissante, sa hauteur et son envergure le sont certainement. Sa taille incroyable et son apparence unique ont fait de la Harpie Feroce une figure celebre sur Internet. Des photographies du grand aigle apparaissent souvent surReddit, ou les gens s’emerveillent a la vue de sa taille. Photo: Clément Jacquard [CC BY-SA 2.0],via Wikimedia Commons Neanmoins, la Harpie Feroce reste le plus grand aigle existant au monde....

October 8, 2019 · 1 min · 197 words · Dr. Loretta Stephenson

Cartoonist Illustrates the Remarkable Life of Vincent van Gogh in Colorful Comics

Iranian cartoonistAlireza Karimi Moghaddamshares his admiration forVincent van Goghin an ongoing comic series starring the Post-Impressionist painter. Many images illustrate the troubled artists battle with mental health. Scroll down to see some of Moghaddams comics starting Van Gogh. you’ve got the option to find even more from the series onInstagram. There are also many images that illustrate the troubled artists battle with mental health.

October 7, 2019 · 1 min · 64 words · Misty Baker