Grandiose Baroque Library in Prague Is a Stunning Kingdom for Books

Aside from housing over 20,000 novels for your reading pleasure, this location showcases absolutely stunningBaroque architecture. Hiebl employed trompe-l’oeil techniquespopular at the timeto open up the ceiling to the heavens. Hiebl’s paintings actually pay homage to the fact that the library was originally a Jesuit university. Photo:Stock Photosfrom marcobrivio.photo/Shutterstock Many of the school’s rare, 17th-century books are still amongst its collection today. In 1777, Maria Theresa declared Klementinum to be a public and university library....

September 17, 2015 · 1 min · 103 words · Michele Reid

Countless Meticulously-Stippled Dots Form Fantastical Drawings

Los Angeles-based artistKyle Leonard(aka K.A.L) creates meticulously-detailed drawings with the help of extremely fine-tipped pens. The realistic style is made up of countless tiny dots, which together create a smooth and expertly-blended appearance. Pointillism is my method of madness, Leonard explains, referring to the painstaking technique. Leonard often combines two or three elements to create one surreal scene. Likewise, giant trees are also home to tiny buildings that line the branches....

September 1, 2015 · 1 min · 87 words · Mark Taylor

95-Year-Old Yogi Believes We Can All Live to Be 130 Years Old

At the age of 41, he was left paralyzed from the waist down after breaking his back. I conducted 63 different experiments on myself, the yogi toldDaily Hurriyet. I was born again. Nine months after the experiment I began to walk. While many saw Grbz’s recovery as miraculous, he thought differently. The yogi also believes that every individual has the ability to stay young and can prove it. I am the same as when I was 25-30 years old....

August 31, 2015 · 1 min · 159 words · Isaiah Cabrera

Stunning Ink and Pencil Drawings of Human Faces Emerge from Maps

Scroll down to see more of Fairburn’s recent work, shown here with captions courtesy of the artist. Anna Fisher Ink/Pencil on a celestial star chart, 23 x 23 approx. Anna Fisher is an American astronaut, who in 1984 became the first mother to travel into space. I also reinforced some of the tones in pencil. I’ve always been fascinated by the cosmos and anything space-related. The distances involved are unimaginably vast....

August 26, 2015 · 1 min · 157 words · Michelle Zimmerman

Interview: Playful Photos of Polar Bears Frolicking in Flower Fields During Summer

We had the chance to ask Fast a few questions about his fascinating experience photographing polar bears. What do you love about photographing polar bears? Polar bears have always been one of the North’s most iconic animals. Besides being arguably the largest carnivore on earth, they are also one of the most adorable. Their demeanor is mostly calm and inquisitive. It’s hard to imagine as they approach that they could actually be planning to harm you!...

August 17, 2015 · 2 min · 323 words · Beverly Stewart

Artist Finds Photos of Random People, Transforms Them into Illustrated Characters

Overall, there’s something quite playful about the artist’s illustrations. The brilliant colors, flowing brushstrokes, and coquettish facial expressions definitely add to this effect. Keep in mind that Cesar is on the hunt for more photos to recreate. So, you just might be his next subject… Julio Cesar:Facebook|Instagram|Behancevia [Bored Panda]

August 12, 2015 · 1 min · 49 words · Cynthia Medina

Vivid Illustrations Depict Dynamic Scenes of Nature and East Asian Mythology

Shenzhen, China-based artistRLoN Wangis back with more intricate illustrations that burst with color and life.

August 12, 2015 · 1 min · 15 words · Allison Weber

Serious-Looking Dog Has an Adorably Goofy Side

Samuel Jurcics dog Lal knows a thing or two about patience. Before his owner’s camera lens, the adorable German Shorthaired Pointer remains completely stoic and calm. With a hat full of tulips, the dog remains composed and flawlessly still. He’s even able to balance a variety of floral, paper, and plant-based wigs atop his head. Based on hisInstagram feed, it seems that Jurcic has found himself the perfect muse. Lal is literally Goofy....

August 10, 2015 · 1 min · 81 words · Ray Cox

[Sponsored] Adobe Stock: Shaking Up The Stock Content Market

Adobe Stock has introduced a stock content service that’s directly integrated into creative tools and workflows. Finally, Creative Cloud members can rollover unused images from month-to-month. But there are options for non-members too. Stock images can be purchased, downloaded and sold directly on stock.adobe.com. For stock contributors, Adobe is committed to increased commissions and straightforward and transparent pay out options. And they’re just getting started.

August 5, 2015 · 1 min · 65 words · Cheryl Smith

Hidden Bed Descends from Ceiling to Turn a Living Room into the Bedroom

Inspired by densely-populated urban areas where space is at a premium, designer Simon Woodroffe has created theYO! The large sofa cleverly doubles as a platform for the mattress and bed frame to sit on. The 430-square foot YO! This is one of the next steps towards making Woodroffe’s vision a reality. Home:Website|Facebookvia [Contemporist]

August 2, 2015 · 1 min · 53 words · Jacqueline Young

Adorable Puppy Has a Permanent Grumpy Face

Grumpy Cat may have found her counterpart in this adorable (and equally as grouchy) pup namedEarl. The cranky look is just due to his overbite and wrinkles, so don’t let Earl fool you. He enjoys snacks, sunbathing, and chasing balls around the park just like any other dog. Earl The Grumpy Puppy:Facebook|Instagramvia [Lost At E Minor]

July 31, 2015 · 1 min · 56 words · Matthew Smith

Cat Camp Pops Up in New York to Keep Your Feline Friends Healthy

Purina ONEhas created a camp that will most definitely delight cat-lovers everywhere. As for the pond filled with projected fish, that one’s just for the cats. Starting today, Cat Camp is in session for two full days. At the feline-friendly event, veterinarian Deborah Greco will teach campers about a cat’s whole body health. Purina ONE:Website|Facebook|TwitterPetfinder:Website|Facebookvia [Gothamist] All photos viaEllen Moynihan.

July 31, 2015 · 1 min · 60 words · Antonio Singleton

Community Comes to the Rescue When Bride Loses Everything the Day Before Her Wedding

To make matters even worse, her wedding was scheduled for the very next day. With less than 24 hours to spare, Sessions’s hotel stepped up to the plate. A Request for help! !The Kirkwall Hotelstaff wrote on Facebook. Is there anyone that might be able to lend any of the above for an afternoon? Within 10 minutes, the compassionate hotel staff received their first response. I know they tell the story of your life, and it’s a story I’ll share too....

July 26, 2015 · 1 min · 84 words · Jason Hernandez