Felting is one of the oldest forms of textile art. It involves matting, condensing, and pressing woolen fibers together. Of course, this technique is not easy, since it involves moving the felt fibers back and forth, using the many sharp barbs on the needle, pulling the fibers in, and locking them into place. Akhmedshina Olga, […]
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It is said that if one is naturally talented, this god gift has to manifest itself at some point in time in one’s lifetime. So is the case with Lucas Kost. This 26-year-old woodcarver, based in Winnipeg in Manitoba, Canada, found his true calling when he was only 11 years old. It all started when
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There are around 80,000 shrines in Japan and the majority of them are Shinto shrines. A Shinto shrine is one that houses the spirits and is used for the safekeeping of sacred objects. This shrine can be easily identified by its uniquely designed gate called the torii gate. One of the most famous Shinto shrines
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Chances are that you are not aware of Matthias Steiner unless you are an avid weightlifting buff. Well, this outstanding Austrian weightlifter, who is now a German citizen, had represented Germany in Beijing Olympics 2008. It was here that he did the impossible and won everyone’s heart with his emotional celebration. Steiner was born in
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Mention chainsaw the mind conjures up pictures of a whirring chain mercilessly hewing huge tree trunks. Ever imagine this contraption being used for sculpting trees? Well, Simon O’Rourke does exactly that; he carves huge tree trunks into stunning sculptures with a chainsaw. O’Rourke, who has a degree in Illustration and has specialized in children’s books,
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Here is a sculptor who has turned the destructive power of Mother Nature into something aesthetic. He is Marco Martalar, who was moved by the damage caused by a storm that ravaged whatever came in its path. He collected the roots and branches of uprooted and damaged trees and created stunning wood sculptures giving a
Italian Sculptor Uses Dead Trees and Fallen Wood to Create Stunning Wood Sculptures Read More »
If you are not a LEGO fan, then become one, for LEGO’s new Tokyo construction set from its Architecture Collection is certain to make you its diehard fan. LEGO Architecture Skylines: Tokyo 21051 set enables you to build the stunning skyline of the capital city of Japan. It is undoubtedly the largest and the most
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It may sound surprising but Berk Armagan, a Turkish traveler, doesn’t require a smartphone or a camera to capture his travels. He draws them on disposable cups! And his art is so stunning that he turns each paper cup into a masterpiece. It is certainly a unique way for him to chronicle his journeys. When
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What can a quadriplegic do, who is permanently unable to use his arms and legs, except for remaining confined to a bed or a wheelchair? Much if he puts his mind to it. Henry Salas, a quadriplegic, who is paralyzed from the neck down, is a shining example of it. Despite being compelled to rely
Artist, Paralyzed from Neck Down, Digitally Paints Incredible Realistic Paintings Read More »
At first glance, it seems like an apple, but don’t get fooled into thinking that it is a fruit…it is actually a cake! This astounding creation is of the Turkish cake artist, Tuba Geçkil. Little wonder her masterful cakes have swept the internet and have gone viral. Geçkil’s cake-making skills encompass cakes that appear like
Realistic Cakes of Turkish Cake Artist Takes the Internet by Storm Read More »
There is hardly anyone who would deny having indulged in doodling during school days, especially if the classes happened to be boring, but most soon outgrow it. However, it seems Baz Furnell stuck to it and today has graduated to making stunning mandalas. This resident of Norwich, England, who is now into his 40s, always
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