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Is it soar or sore? If you’ve ever doubted your spelling or mixed up two words,Homophones, Weaklyis for you. From 2011 to 2016, Worden posted new homophones each week, and now he updates his project occasionally. He recently published aHomophones, Weaklybook with 150 of the best illustrations from the blog. Catch the limited edition onGumroadwhile you could. A homophone is a jot down of homonymwords that sound alike but have different meanings....

London-based illustratorJenni Sparkscreates hand-drawn maps of major cities across the world. Sparks first started drawing maps in 2012 when she was commissioned byEvermadeto create a map of London. Sparks takes several months to complete each map. Each incredibly detailed piece features charming illustrations next to stylized architecture rendered in black line drawings. London-based illustrator Jenni Sparks creates hand-drawn maps of major cities across the world. New York New York New York...

Edouard Manet once calledstill lifethe touchstone of painting. What is a Still Life? The term still life is derived from the Dutch word stilleven, which gained prominence during the 16th century. In most cases, symbolic paintings use different objects to convey deeper meanings or narratives. This is best exemplified perhaps invanitaspainting: a genre of still life that focuses on the fleetingness of life. Funerary paintings of foodincluding crops, fish, and meathave been discovered in ancient burial sites....

A look at some of his earlier drawings demonstrates the focus and attention each piece requires. Human beings are part of nature, Ikedasays. The composition began as a scene of a snowy, icy world, but quickly transformed into a wave. ‘History of Rise and Fall'2006pen, acrylic ink on paper, mounted on board200x200cm (6.5×6.5 ft)Photography by MIYAJIMA KeiCollection of TAKAHASHI COLLECTION©IKEDA Manabu, Courtesy Mizuma Art Gallery From here, themes of chaos and disaster, which seem recurring through his work, spill forth....

Dont worryit happens to even the most seasoned professionals. Althoughcreative blockis real, it doesnt have to be debilitating. By knowing more about what you enjoy sketching, you will find more joy in creating art. Photo:Maria Fernanda Gonzalez Try doing so in one of thesewood-cover sketchbooks by Cardtorial. With 160 unlined pages, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to fill them with amazing art. Need something to sketch? Photo:Kaizen Nguyễn Scroll down for 25+ sketch ideas that both beginners and professionals will love....

Para conocer como surgio esta lista de visitas obligadas del mundo antiguo, debemos viajar a la Antigua Grecia. Llamadathemata, que en griego significa cosas que ver, esta lista surgio de los escritores de guias turisticas. Si, es cierto: la gente viajaba por la Antigua Grecia. En sentido de las manecillas del reloj desde la derecha: templo de Artemisa, estatua de Zeus, faro de Alejandría. (Fotos:Fotos de stockpor garanga/Shutterstock) Cuales son las siete maravillas del mundo antiguo?...

No matter how many muses inspired them, certainImpressionist artistsare associated with a single, signature subject. Background In the 1870s, Degas helped pioneerImpressionism. Like his fellow French artists, he employed quick brushstrokes and used vivid color in his paintings. Unlike other Impressionists, however, Degas was not preoccupied with light and nature. Instead, he was fascinated by movement and peoplemaking ballerinas his ideal subject. People call me the painter of dancing girls, Degas told Parisian art dealer Ambroise Vollard....

Looking at the craftsmanship and experiencing its presence can be an awe-inspiring moment. When you visit a new place, get a double dose of the locales culture by visiting acontemporary artmuseum. They will also push the envelope in terms of format and welcome new media. But they’re not alone; youll find similar attitudes in Tokyo and Shanghai. Scroll down to read about the best contemporary art museums in the world. Together, the two museums showcase art history after World War II....

With the reactions the cover is already receiving, Gamboa’s work has certainly struck a chord. We can all help fix the plastic apocalypse. We Depend on It. Now We’re Drowning in It. What can you do? First, take thePlanet or Plastic?pledgeto reduce your personal usage of single-use plastic. Im speechless at this cover. Rebecca Basu (@RebBasu)May 17, 2018 This@natgeois everything. This one will be an icon. This cover is so impactful!...

Nestled among the rolling hills of the Swedish countryside is a converted barn home. If you’ve ever dreamed of living in a place like this, now’s your chance. Incredibly, Another One Stops Inches Short of Home

With an impressive portfolio, Bakers work highlights his amazing skill and dedication. Each monochrome drawing features an amazing amount of detail, complete with perfect tones of shadow and light. While smaller pieces are often framed within geometric shapes, larger pieces sprawl across large sheets of paper. In one particular piece, Baker spent a tedious 160 hours stippling a portrait of an elephant. Adding to the artwork day by day gave the then-bedridden Baker something to look forward to....

Often made of meticulously arranged colored glass tiles, mosaics offer an eye-catching approach to art and decoration. What are Mosaics? Mosaics areassemblagescomposed out oftessera(small pieces of glass, stone, or other nature-based materials). Abstract Venetian Mosaic (Photo:A_LesikviaShutterstock) When made out of glass, these pieces are typically cut into squares or shaped using special tools. The History of Mosaics Mosaics have been a popular art form in several cultures around the world....

When describing her work, she explains, I see my knitted work as metaphor for social structure. Individual strands are weak and brittle on their own, but deceptively strong when bound together. you’ve got the option to crack or break single threads without the whole structure falling apart. Photo:Pixabay you could purchase many Fords tiny glass objects onEtsy. Using a method calledlampworking, Drachuk uses a torch to melt rods of colored glass....