Damien Hirst and other prominent artists, including Paul McCarthy and Rachel Whiteread, create artworks with a chess theme.  Hirst's work highlights his current theme of mortality.

Damien Hirst and other prominent artists, including Paul McCarthy and Rachel Whiteread, create artworks with a chess theme. Hirst's work highlights his current theme of mortality.

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#14297
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Scandinavian Surface wants to portray the Scandinavian style, but there is something that makes me think that this does not represent me as a Norwegian. But hey, it still look good!

Scandinavian Surface wants to portray the Scandinavian style, but there is something that makes me think that this does not represent me as a Norwegian. But hey, it still look good!

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#14292
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Walter Bosse's Brass Figures are too cute...DWR recently began reproducing them. I love the play between the polished brass and the patina to give detail to the animals.

Walter Bosse's Brass Figures are too cute...DWR recently began reproducing them. I love the play between the polished brass and the patina to give detail to the animals.

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#14291
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Marie Antoinette inspired hair salon complete with cupcakes? designed by Scott Weston

Marie Antoinette inspired hair salon complete with cupcakes? designed by Scott Weston

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#14288
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Bmw Motorbikes invites everyone to make GPS-drawings. Go ahead...

Bmw Motorbikes invites everyone to make GPS-drawings. Go ahead...

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#14287
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Now on limited offer is a series of collected works from the “God of manga,” Osamu Tezuka. Set 1 contains 200 volumes that span the master artist’s extensive career and includes iconic volumes like “Jungle Emporer,” “Black Jack,” and “Phoenix.”

Now on limited offer is a series of collected works from the “God of manga,” Osamu Tezuka. Set 1 contains 200 volumes that span the master artist’s extensive career and includes iconic volumes like “Jungle Emporer,” “Black Jack,” and “Phoenix.”

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#14277
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Excellent art print from designer, illustrator and artist Sam Wiley, done for Anheuser-Busch.

Excellent art print from designer, illustrator and artist Sam Wiley, done for Anheuser-Busch.

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#14274
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pete cardoso makes posters which is why we wanted to talk to him

pete cardoso makes posters which is why we wanted to talk to him

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#14272
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Matters of Sensation at Artists Space in NY.  The participants in this exhibition address the way materials are not just about construction choices but also a means of creating diverse sensations in a space.

Matters of Sensation at Artists Space in NY. The participants in this exhibition address the way materials are not just about construction choices but also a means of creating diverse sensations in a space.

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#14271
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PIE studio: AKA Project Import Export, Inc created an amazing installation at Bridge gallery as part of the New York Design Week 2008.  The best trash installation I have seen up to date.

PIE studio: AKA Project Import Export, Inc created an amazing installation at Bridge gallery as part of the New York Design Week 2008. The best trash installation I have seen up to date.

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#14270
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A huge range of clever and beautiful installation works from Scottish artist Sandy Smith.

A huge range of clever and beautiful installation works from Scottish artist Sandy Smith.

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#14269
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Of All The People In The World is a touring exhibition in which the population of the US and other countries is expressed as grains of rice. One grain =  one person

Of All The People In The World is a touring exhibition in which the population of the US and other countries is expressed as grains of rice. One grain = one person

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#14262
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I love Debbie Smyth's series titled 'Pins and Threads' - drawings of electrical pylons made with thread and pins. I like how the lines are continuous giving you insight into the construction of the drawing.

I love Debbie Smyth's series titled 'Pins and Threads' - drawings of electrical pylons made with thread and pins. I like how the lines are continuous giving you insight into the construction of the drawing.

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#14256
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29 Agency's refined designs for the luxury dog and cat food brand, Before Grain.

29 Agency's refined designs for the luxury dog and cat food brand, Before Grain.

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#14255
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Amorn Thongsaard's Ramify glass won the Bombay Sapphire Designer Glass Competition. Love the chunky base.

Amorn Thongsaard's Ramify glass won the Bombay Sapphire Designer Glass Competition. Love the chunky base.

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#14254
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After 50 years the U.S. penny will finally get a redesign.

After 50 years the U.S. penny will finally get a redesign.

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#14249
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Richmond VA artist Christina Stratman makes the most comfortable chairs.

Richmond VA artist Christina Stratman makes the most comfortable chairs.

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#14247
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Canadian design group Molo just launched a gorgeous, fold-up honeycomb paper lamp called ‘Urchin’.

Canadian design group Molo just launched a gorgeous, fold-up honeycomb paper lamp called ‘Urchin’.

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#14246
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Sha-Do Virus - beautiful lights that cast shadows

Sha-Do Virus - beautiful lights that cast shadows

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#14244
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I loved Barbar as a kid and was pleased to hear about"Drawing Babar: Early Drafts and Watercolors," a new exhibit at the Morgan Library and Museum through Jan. 4, 2009.

I loved Barbar as a kid and was pleased to hear about"Drawing Babar: Early Drafts and Watercolors," a new exhibit at the Morgan Library and Museum through Jan. 4, 2009.

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#14241
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"The world, justified" by Angela Detanico and Rafael Lain.  Typography meets cartography.

"The world, justified" by Angela Detanico and Rafael Lain. Typography meets cartography.

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#14240
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the nytimes slideshow of the new california academy of sciences.

the nytimes slideshow of the new california academy of sciences.

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#14239
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NYC artist Kaws, after releasing his version of Darth Vader last year, has been working  on the Stormtrooper. Why does the coolest stuff  only release in Japan?!

NYC artist Kaws, after releasing his version of Darth Vader last year, has been working on the Stormtrooper. Why does the coolest stuff only release in Japan?!

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#14236
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With Halloween about a month off, the Little Ghostie screen-prints by Billy Davis are perfect for the occasion...

With Halloween about a month off, the Little Ghostie screen-prints by Billy Davis are perfect for the occasion...

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#14234
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Cool packaging done for a toyshop specialising in dolls created by BBH, Singapore.

Cool packaging done for a toyshop specialising in dolls created by BBH, Singapore.

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#14233
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Globetrotter and maharishi get together on a luggage collection. Unfortunately it will only be auctioned and will not actually go on sale. The military green with dark brown leather handles looks fantastic.

Globetrotter and maharishi get together on a luggage collection. Unfortunately it will only be auctioned and will not actually go on sale. The military green with dark brown leather handles looks fantastic.

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#14231
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Debonair magazine recognizes the 10 best dressed advertising icons in American culture.

Debonair magazine recognizes the 10 best dressed advertising icons in American culture.

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#14230
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Amazing ink drawings, videos and tunes from Matthieu Bessudo.

Amazing ink drawings, videos and tunes from Matthieu Bessudo.

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#14228
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New graffiti on New York's East Houston Street mocks Degas and other masters, while paying tribute to them, too.  But who's been making them?

New graffiti on New York's East Houston Street mocks Degas and other masters, while paying tribute to them, too. But who's been making them?

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#14227
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Incredibly large (and regularly updated) gallery of vintage sardine and squid packaging!

Incredibly large (and regularly updated) gallery of vintage sardine and squid packaging!

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#14225
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Dag-Henning Brandsaeter created this series of posters for a performance of ACT! Follow the link for great images that catalog the use of confetti in the making of the poster.

Dag-Henning Brandsaeter created this series of posters for a performance of ACT! Follow the link for great images that catalog the use of confetti in the making of the poster.

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#14223
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Day of the Dead print from JHill Design's "Places I Have Never Been" collection.

Day of the Dead print from JHill Design's "Places I Have Never Been" collection.

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#14210
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Beautiful packaging design for Integrity Spirits' Lovejoy Vodka by ID Branding.

Beautiful packaging design for Integrity Spirits' Lovejoy Vodka by ID Branding.

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#14207
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The White Rabbit, a singapore restaurant and bar housed in an awe-inspiring and beautifully-restored old chapel, tells its tale in the style of vintage children's pop-up books like no other.

The White Rabbit, a singapore restaurant and bar housed in an awe-inspiring and beautifully-restored old chapel, tells its tale in the style of vintage children's pop-up books like no other.

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#14203
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The Poster List is your one-stop-shop for posters that look a little something better than your dorm-room wall hangings, but cost the same amount.

The Poster List is your one-stop-shop for posters that look a little something better than your dorm-room wall hangings, but cost the same amount.

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#14202
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Some original stencils from Montevideo, Uruguay.  Signed by the "Old City Stencil" group, they mix pop icons with short messages.

Some original stencils from Montevideo, Uruguay. Signed by the "Old City Stencil" group, they mix pop icons with short messages.

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#14200
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Hilary Pecis‘ works currently on exhibit at the Receiver Gallery in San Francisco are mostly large scale pieces that are painstakingly collaged from tiny scraps of magazines and then over painted in certain areas.

Hilary Pecis‘ works currently on exhibit at the Receiver Gallery in San Francisco are mostly large scale pieces that are painstakingly collaged from tiny scraps of magazines and then over painted in certain areas.

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#14199
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I'm in love with Jason Munn's poster art! (Art & fun interview on this page.)

I'm in love with Jason Munn's poster art! (Art & fun interview on this page.)

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#14198
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Boombench, a contribution of  NL Architects to Droog Design's Urban Play event, is transforming streetfurniture into a ghettoblaster.

VIDEOBoombench, a contribution of NL Architects to Droog Design's Urban Play event, is transforming streetfurniture into a ghettoblaster.

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#14195
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I love things that are adorably efficient, if that makes any sense. Designed by Joel Escalona, this piggy bank can also function as a stool - all while looking good in any setting whether you're six or sixty.

I love things that are adorably efficient, if that makes any sense. Designed by Joel Escalona, this piggy bank can also function as a stool - all while looking good in any setting whether you're six or sixty.

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#14194
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Bon Bon Kakku, store with a new concept;  democratic way of designing fabrics! Here you can buy some of the already made designs, or you can upload your own design which will be scored by the viewers.

Bon Bon Kakku, store with a new concept; democratic way of designing fabrics! Here you can buy some of the already made designs, or you can upload your own design which will be scored by the viewers.

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#14191
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Curator Daniel R. Smith has gone half way around the world to unite the graphic design communities of Seattle and Tehran. Co-curated with Tehran designer Iman Raad.

Curator Daniel R. Smith has gone half way around the world to unite the graphic design communities of Seattle and Tehran. Co-curated with Tehran designer Iman Raad.

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#14190
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Shin Tanaka's paper shoes and paper shoe people.

Shin Tanaka's paper shoes and paper shoe people.

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#14187
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MOLE MAP!! look up yours :P maybe it unlocks a secret!!

MOLE MAP!! look up yours :P maybe it unlocks a secret!!

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#14186
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Gateways: International Exhibition of Book Covers is a beautifully curated show inside a shopping center in Portugal. The exhibition catalog is filled with info and inspiration pertaining to the field of book cover design...

Gateways: International Exhibition of Book Covers is a beautifully curated show inside a shopping center in Portugal. The exhibition catalog is filled with info and inspiration pertaining to the field of book cover design...

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#14185
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Typographer Alex Trochut's portfolio is a stunning array of his talent, as well as a very classy website.

Typographer Alex Trochut's portfolio is a stunning array of his talent, as well as a very classy website.

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#14184
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Great set of Mad Men Illustrations.

Great set of Mad Men Illustrations.

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#14180
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Micah Spear on the Saatchi Gallery showdown again. Worth a 10 stars vote in my book.

Micah Spear on the Saatchi Gallery showdown again. Worth a 10 stars vote in my book.

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#14175
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Radioator "flumen"
The radiator draws Mississippi's path

Radioator "flumen"
The radiator draws Mississippi's path

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#14174
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10 days of sewing, painting and building can certainly garner the attention of many, especially when it’s a giant zipper stretching across the room. ..Beautiful Losers Nike 255 Space by Eric Elms

10 days of sewing, painting and building can certainly garner the attention of many, especially when it’s a giant zipper stretching across the room. ..Beautiful Losers Nike 255 Space by Eric Elms

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#14171
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mike klay poster art (& interview). love the skull.

mike klay poster art (& interview). love the skull.

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#14164
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Beautiful illustrations by Jillian Tamaki.

Beautiful illustrations by Jillian Tamaki.

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#14162
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Interview with Blek le Rat who is pretty much the first person to do life-size stencils - about twenty years before Banksy even saw a brick wall.

Interview with Blek le Rat who is pretty much the first person to do life-size stencils - about twenty years before Banksy even saw a brick wall.

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#14161
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The Immaculate Threads ~ by Dominic Wilcox... his visual interpretation of Steve Jobs ~ the uniform perfectly laid out in iPod-esque boxes! [Special piece commissioned for Esquire]

FEATUREDThe Immaculate Threads ~ by Dominic Wilcox... his visual interpretation of Steve Jobs ~ the uniform perfectly laid out in iPod-esque boxes! [Special piece commissioned for Esquire]

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#14156
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Miss miza is a french illustrator based in Barcelona. She has a really beautiful portfolio and a really beautiful creative world!

Miss miza is a french illustrator based in Barcelona. She has a really beautiful portfolio and a really beautiful creative world!

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#14151
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Gorgeous retro packaging from Hyperakt for Miss Jessie's cosmetics.

Gorgeous retro packaging from Hyperakt for Miss Jessie's cosmetics.

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#14149
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I couldn't help taking apart the limited edition E-Ink Esquire 75th Anniversary Cover ~ see video and pics and scans of all the guts and the screen in action!

FEATUREDI couldn't help taking apart the limited edition E-Ink Esquire 75th Anniversary Cover ~ see video and pics and scans of all the guts and the screen in action!

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#14148
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Sigrid Jelambi, a designer from Caracas, has a great portfolio of vinyl wall interiors and other decorative designs for spaces such as cafés, restaurants, beauty shops...

Sigrid Jelambi, a designer from Caracas, has a great portfolio of vinyl wall interiors and other decorative designs for spaces such as cafés, restaurants, beauty shops...

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#14145
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Fashion meets Fine Art by two young artists, Johanna Reed and Emma Garr.  Garments made of unexpected materials, bookpage skirt pictured and definitely check out the knotted bedsheet dress.

Fashion meets Fine Art by two young artists, Johanna Reed and Emma Garr. Garments made of unexpected materials, bookpage skirt pictured and definitely check out the knotted bedsheet dress.

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#14143
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Taylor James - Incredible array of creative retouching and CGI, Check out the case studies to be truly blown away.

Taylor James - Incredible array of creative retouching and CGI, Check out the case studies to be truly blown away.

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#14140
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Tick Tock Toys Archives and Galleries feature scans and photos of vintage packaging and advertisements. The photo above is from Food Packaging>Candy Archive.

Tick Tock Toys Archives and Galleries feature scans and photos of vintage packaging and advertisements. The photo above is from Food Packaging>Candy Archive.

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#14135
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So much more than just a writing implement, these exquisite graphite objects are decorative sculptures. Meticulously crafted in the studio of San Francisco artist Agelio Batle.

So much more than just a writing implement, these exquisite graphite objects are decorative sculptures. Meticulously crafted in the studio of San Francisco artist Agelio Batle.

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#14132
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Fresh Art from Finnish artist - Sakke Soini

Fresh Art from Finnish artist - Sakke Soini

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#14131
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Joseph Warren is an artist who was inspired by the discovery that the textural effects typical of cartography bear an uncanny resemblance to the detailed patterns visible on highly magnified butterfly wings.

Joseph Warren is an artist who was inspired by the discovery that the textural effects typical of cartography bear an uncanny resemblance to the detailed patterns visible on highly magnified butterfly wings.

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#14128
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You already see the Typolade #14009 or Wall Typography #12431 now jump over to Trees Typography project by why not associates. A great project of interesting trees typography.

You already see the Typolade #14009 or Wall Typography #12431 now jump over to Trees Typography project by why not associates. A great project of interesting trees typography.

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#14127
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Nice peek into the car grad show projects by Kimberly Wu, i'm smitten with her illustration/paintings (as well as design!)

Nice peek into the car grad show projects by Kimberly Wu, i'm smitten with her illustration/paintings (as well as design!)

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#14126
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"Simulakrum" is name of Belgrade designer Snežana Veljković medal collection. She was awared at Prague Quadriennale for this exibition. All medals are made from paper + added  materials (metal, glass...)

"Simulakrum" is name of Belgrade designer Snežana Veljković medal collection. She was awared at Prague Quadriennale for this exibition. All medals are made from paper + added materials (metal, glass...)

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#14125
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Graphic Concrete of Helsinki adds images, patterns, photos, colors and textures to both interior and exterior concrete walls and flooring, making an otherwise bring grey slab really interesting.

Graphic Concrete of Helsinki adds images, patterns, photos, colors and textures to both interior and exterior concrete walls and flooring, making an otherwise bring grey slab really interesting.

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#14124
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UK based illustrator Adrian Johnson has an incredible, light-heated portfolio of illustrated characters. The agency BBH teamed up with him last year for a series of adorable animated tv commercials...

UK based illustrator Adrian Johnson has an incredible, light-heated portfolio of illustrated characters. The agency BBH teamed up with him last year for a series of adorable animated tv commercials...

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#14120
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An amazing editorial by brilliant photographer Steven Klein for Vogue Italia 'Future Couture'  with Guinness  heiress Daphne Guiness. It's pure art.

An amazing editorial by brilliant photographer Steven Klein for Vogue Italia 'Future Couture' with Guinness heiress Daphne Guiness. It's pure art.

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#14118
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Ark is a short movie directed by Grzegorz Jonkajtys.  This animated movie, though short, it has an epic underlay. Visually stunning, sounds are crisp and storyline is phenomenal. Wait til the ending.

Ark is a short movie directed by Grzegorz Jonkajtys. This animated movie, though short, it has an epic underlay. Visually stunning, sounds are crisp and storyline is phenomenal. Wait til the ending.

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#14117
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Anorak - "the happy magazines for kids" - such a beautiful graphically designed children's magazine!

Anorak - "the happy magazines for kids" - such a beautiful graphically designed children's magazine!

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#14116
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Scanned nails! looks like wax.

Scanned nails! looks like wax.

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#14115
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Amazing Feather Typeface by Lily Piyathaisere

Amazing Feather Typeface by Lily Piyathaisere

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#14114
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There is a politically opinionated poster show going on in Jacksonville, Florida at the end of the month called "Partisan the Sea"

There is a politically opinionated poster show going on in Jacksonville, Florida at the end of the month called "Partisan the Sea"

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#14109
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Screw Chair by Revol Design. It is made from 3,726 drywall screws and a bunch of wooden blocks.

Screw Chair by Revol Design. It is made from 3,726 drywall screws and a bunch of wooden blocks.

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#14106
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Gorgeous typography and imagery by brandon lesley

Gorgeous typography and imagery by brandon lesley

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#14103
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Ford wishes GM a happy 100th with light-up message

Ford wishes GM a happy 100th with light-up message

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#14099
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Dutch design duo Idiots (their term, not mine) are the latest incarnation in a long line of taxidermy artists, and when I say “artists” I do not mean the nefarious creators of jackalopes, etc.

Dutch design duo Idiots (their term, not mine) are the latest incarnation in a long line of taxidermy artists, and when I say “artists” I do not mean the nefarious creators of jackalopes, etc.

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#14097
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Typographunnies. submit or vote on your favorite font joke.

Typographunnies. submit or vote on your favorite font joke.

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#14095
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Artist Dennis McNett's latest installation focuses on innovative wood blockings. The show opens in NYC this weekend. The pics are awesome.

Artist Dennis McNett's latest installation focuses on innovative wood blockings. The show opens in NYC this weekend. The pics are awesome.

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#14094
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50 amazing film posters from Poland, many of which are much better than the actual films they advertise. Can you guess what film this pic represents?

50 amazing film posters from Poland, many of which are much better than the actual films they advertise. Can you guess what film this pic represents?

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#14090
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Benedict Radcliffe uses a wire frame technique to draw cars, life size in scale, in three dimensions and spray it artic white. His new project is the Lamborghini!

Benedict Radcliffe uses a wire frame technique to draw cars, life size in scale, in three dimensions and spray it artic white. His new project is the Lamborghini!

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#14088
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The UCSD StarCAVE at CalIT2 ~ The StarCAVE is a five-sided virtual reality (VR) room where scientific models and animations are projected in stereo on 360-degree screens surrounding the viewer, and onto the floor as well.

The UCSD StarCAVE at CalIT2 ~ The StarCAVE is a five-sided virtual reality (VR) room where scientific models and animations are projected in stereo on 360-degree screens surrounding the viewer, and onto the floor as well.

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#14087
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My little Pony is celebrating its 25th anniversary and for the occasion Hasbro invited some great artists to customize their famous character. Claw Money added some bling and sneakers to the pony. Love it!

My little Pony is celebrating its 25th anniversary and for the occasion Hasbro invited some great artists to customize their famous character. Claw Money added some bling and sneakers to the pony. Love it!

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#14085
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In the brilliant Phillip Toledano's latest exhibition, "America The Gift Shop", he examines the last 8 years of American history and the presidency of George W. Bush with the stereotypical "souvenirs" we have to remember him by.

In the brilliant Phillip Toledano's latest exhibition, "America The Gift Shop", he examines the last 8 years of American history and the presidency of George W. Bush with the stereotypical "souvenirs" we have to remember him by.

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#14083
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Back Side Flip 360° by O-S Architectes - cardboard boxes with a golden lining - temporary installation at Hotel Saint-Côme in Montpellier, as part of the Festival des Architectures Vives 08.

Back Side Flip 360° by O-S Architectes - cardboard boxes with a golden lining - temporary installation at Hotel Saint-Côme in Montpellier, as part of the Festival des Architectures Vives 08.

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#14072
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melli ink editions - cramer + cramer, geneva - september 19 – november 7, 2008 - Glass emulating bone, in these incredible glass skeletal sculptures

melli ink editions - cramer + cramer, geneva - september 19 – november 7, 2008 - Glass emulating bone, in these incredible glass skeletal sculptures

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#14071
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The Plamp by moomoo architects. The lamp doesn't have a traditional bulb, using several dozen meters of light tubing as both the shade and the light source instead.

The Plamp by moomoo architects. The lamp doesn't have a traditional bulb, using several dozen meters of light tubing as both the shade and the light source instead.

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#14070
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Interesting album design by Turner Duckworth for Metallica's Death Magnetic album. Follow the link for an interview with TD about the design process.

Interesting album design by Turner Duckworth for Metallica's Death Magnetic album. Follow the link for an interview with TD about the design process.

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#14068
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Check this out... it's a site that uses rudimentary graphics controls to let you create amazing symmetrical designs.

Check this out... it's a site that uses rudimentary graphics controls to let you create amazing symmetrical designs.

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#14067
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La mosca is a great graphic design studio from barcelona, doing an excellent infografic work for La Vanguardia

La mosca is a great graphic design studio from barcelona, doing an excellent infografic work for La Vanguardia

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#14064
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Designboom's coverage of the Chilean pavilion at the Venice Biennale - I love the jellyfish-like pedestals, and the idea behind fetishising architecture in tourist trinkets.

Designboom's coverage of the Chilean pavilion at the Venice Biennale - I love the jellyfish-like pedestals, and the idea behind fetishising architecture in tourist trinkets.

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#14061
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Are you ready for International Talk Like a Pirate Day? RedBubble has a ton of art for you yellow-bellied sapsuckers - and a boatload of contemporary art too.

Are you ready for International Talk Like a Pirate Day? RedBubble has a ton of art for you yellow-bellied sapsuckers - and a boatload of contemporary art too.

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#14053
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Fun portfolio of Schtock

Fun portfolio of Schtock

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#14046
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We really are kids of the digital age through and through ~ love this image by italian design group, Volk

We really are kids of the digital age through and through ~ love this image by italian design group, Volk

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#14044
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Dangerous Curves: Mastering Logotype Design by Donald Young ~ Take a peek inside, this book looks beautifully inspiring!

Dangerous Curves: Mastering Logotype Design by Donald Young ~ Take a peek inside, this book looks beautifully inspiring!

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#14043
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DWR Tools for Living ~ love the invite that came in the mail.... black (and one red) iconic + simply silhouettes on cardboard... see the full scan!

FEATUREDDWR Tools for Living ~ love the invite that came in the mail.... black (and one red) iconic + simply silhouettes on cardboard... see the full scan!

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#14040
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Great colored pencil and ink work from self-taught Melbourne artist Scarlett Cat.

Great colored pencil and ink work from self-taught Melbourne artist Scarlett Cat.

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#14034
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Images from Salzzeitreise, a museum located deep in a salt mine in Berchtesgaden, Germany.

Images from Salzzeitreise, a museum located deep in a salt mine in Berchtesgaden, Germany.

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#14032
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Mauritian Sunset ~ by Sandy Smith ~ a gorgeous display of colors, check out the back to see all the cables/monitors as well!

Mauritian Sunset ~ by Sandy Smith ~ a gorgeous display of colors, check out the back to see all the cables/monitors as well!

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#14029
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Artek and Marimekko have an exhibition - Be Honest! - going on at the Spiral Garden in Tokyo, featuring interventions by various designers on Alvar Aalto's iconic Stool 60. The exhibition is on until 09/23.

Artek and Marimekko have an exhibition - Be Honest! - going on at the Spiral Garden in Tokyo, featuring interventions by various designers on Alvar Aalto's iconic Stool 60. The exhibition is on until 09/23.

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#14024
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Ward van Gemert deconstructs an old chandelier and reconstructs it into a more modern form, resulting in the Exploded Chandeliers series. Debuting at Mint Gallery in London today, 09/18.

Ward van Gemert deconstructs an old chandelier and reconstructs it into a more modern form, resulting in the Exploded Chandeliers series. Debuting at Mint Gallery in London today, 09/18.

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#14023
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Rotofugi: The Collectors ~ an incredible animation where many of our favorite toys come to life and collect... PEOPLE!

FEATUREDRotofugi: The Collectors ~ an incredible animation where many of our favorite toys come to life and collect... PEOPLE!

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#14018
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Atari-ified modern video game posters ~ so fun, they have them for everything from portal and gta to bioshock, halo and more

Atari-ified modern video game posters ~ so fun, they have them for everything from portal and gta to bioshock, halo and more

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#14017
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Adorable Vertigo flyers ~ woody domokun?

Adorable Vertigo flyers ~ woody domokun?

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#14014
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Heath Ceramics coming to LA! "at 7525 Beverly Boulevard (at Sierra Bonita Avenue) in the central Los Angeles design district"

Heath Ceramics coming to LA! "at 7525 Beverly Boulevard (at Sierra Bonita Avenue) in the central Los Angeles design district"

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#14013
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Crafterall's topo art cards are mesmerizing, too fun to send, so tempting to frame

Crafterall's topo art cards are mesmerizing, too fun to send, so tempting to frame

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Genevieve Gauckler ~ limited edition of 50, screen printed BOOK!

Genevieve Gauckler ~ limited edition of 50, screen printed BOOK!

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A truly bizarre collection of front covers from the satirical French magazine of the 1960s - Hara Kiri

A truly bizarre collection of front covers from the satirical French magazine of the 1960s - Hara Kiri

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The Bubble Process makes such fab prints, as you will see here!!! (They are also pretty inexpensive for those of you want to art your walls.)

The Bubble Process makes such fab prints, as you will see here!!! (They are also pretty inexpensive for those of you want to art your walls.)

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Sponsored by Design Observer, Design/ers for Obama is a community art project for Obama supporters, to aggregate and rate Obama art that is available for download + printed by anyone.

Sponsored by Design Observer, Design/ers for Obama is a community art project for Obama supporters, to aggregate and rate Obama art that is available for download + printed by anyone.

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Gallery of sci-fi inspired concept ships.

Gallery of sci-fi inspired concept ships.

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#13995
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Great insight into the process of the incredible up and coming artist , Brandon Friend. Video filmed in the studio with the Queens based artist during the completion of 2008 show : IF YOU'RE NOT ONE OF US, YOU'RE ONE OF THEM.

VIDEOGreat insight into the process of the incredible up and coming artist , Brandon Friend. Video filmed in the studio with the Queens based artist during the completion of 2008 show : IF YOU'RE NOT ONE OF US, YOU'RE ONE OF THEM.

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"You are what you touch"

Great ad from the ad agency JWT out of Sydney, Australia and art director Michaela Brown.

"You are what you touch"

Great ad from the ad agency JWT out of Sydney, Australia and art director Michaela Brown.

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ABnormal vodka is the first in the world bottle without the neck. Design of the bottle for ABNORMAL Vodka received get the "GRAND PRIZE - best packaging design" in Cannes.

ABnormal vodka is the first in the world bottle without the neck. Design of the bottle for ABNORMAL Vodka received get the "GRAND PRIZE - best packaging design" in Cannes.

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Adorable animal Matchboxes designed by Cruz Novillo + Olmos

Adorable animal Matchboxes designed by Cruz Novillo + Olmos

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#13978
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Created by WHITEvoid, Polygon Playground is a large interactive video projection installation commissioned for Denmark's SMUKfest. Sensory technology moves the projections to match people's body movement...

Created by WHITEvoid, Polygon Playground is a large interactive video projection installation commissioned for Denmark's SMUKfest. Sensory technology moves the projections to match people's body movement...

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#13969
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Morgan's Hotel in New York : french agency Trafik creates a dazzling ceiling composed of 4,000 lights allowing the guests to set designs and change the mood of the lobby.

Morgan's Hotel in New York : french agency Trafik creates a dazzling ceiling composed of 4,000 lights allowing the guests to set designs and change the mood of the lobby.

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#13967
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15 Free Hi Res Skull Photos for your designing needs!

15 Free Hi Res Skull Photos for your designing needs!

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#13965
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The ‘Lotus’ room, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects is currently on view during  the 11th Venice Architecture Biennale. Today some photos from THE REAL THING, by the photographer Luke Hayes are available for your eyes only!

The ‘Lotus’ room, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects is currently on view during the 11th Venice Architecture Biennale. Today some photos from THE REAL THING, by the photographer Luke Hayes are available for your eyes only!

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Bobby Neel Adams, an american photographer, uses photography to explore the human body and the aging process.In this work, Family Tree, he explores also the semblance between parents and their children.

Bobby Neel Adams, an american photographer, uses photography to explore the human body and the aging process.In this work, Family Tree, he explores also the semblance between parents and their children.

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Some really precise leather and velvet sculptures by Peeta artist from Venice Italy exclusively for FiveTen Gallery in Oakland CA

Some really precise leather and velvet sculptures by Peeta artist from Venice Italy exclusively for FiveTen Gallery in Oakland CA

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#13954
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Really cool screen prints by Spanish Artist Jorge Ortiz.  He is also very good at documenting how he does it so be sure to check out the blog

Really cool screen prints by Spanish Artist Jorge Ortiz. He is also very good at documenting how he does it so be sure to check out the blog

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Interview with Tad Carpenter, awesome poster artist (with tons of mix & match monsters!!!).

Interview with Tad Carpenter, awesome poster artist (with tons of mix & match monsters!!!).

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#13951
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From graphic subject to graphic object : the exhibition in Brussels shows contemporary practices of graphic design around a common theme, object.

From graphic subject to graphic object : the exhibition in Brussels shows contemporary practices of graphic design around a common theme, object.

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#13950
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Whimsical and fun illustrations by Maia Valenzuela.

Whimsical and fun illustrations by Maia Valenzuela.

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#13946
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North Korean Propaganda Posters by David Heather and Koen De Ceuster - an interesting book that displays a collection of North Korean propaganda posters.

North Korean Propaganda Posters by David Heather and Koen De Ceuster - an interesting book that displays a collection of North Korean propaganda posters.

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#13941
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Interesting Case Study section on Instil Productions new website that shows how an image comes together.

Interesting Case Study section on Instil Productions new website that shows how an image comes together.

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#13933
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Stacey Lee Webber, a sculptor/metalsmith artist in Chicago, really knows how to make her money work!

Stacey Lee Webber, a sculptor/metalsmith artist in Chicago, really knows how to make her money work!

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#13932
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Nacionale is the portfolio of freelance designer/illustrator Doug Alves. Born in Sou Paulo, Brazil.

Nacionale is the portfolio of freelance designer/illustrator Doug Alves. Born in Sou Paulo, Brazil.

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#13931
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Some really good work from the brazilian Illustrator/Designer Danilo Rinaldini

Some really good work from the brazilian Illustrator/Designer Danilo Rinaldini

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#13925
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California architect Greg Lynn won a Golden Lion for best Installation Project at the Vienna Architecture Bienalle last weekend for his recycled toy furniture.

California architect Greg Lynn won a Golden Lion for best Installation Project at the Vienna Architecture Bienalle last weekend for his recycled toy furniture.

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#13919
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Creative Food Sculptures

Creative Food Sculptures

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#13908
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Hold Up ~ street art seen in lisbon

Hold Up ~ street art seen in lisbon

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#13907
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Los Logos 4 ~ the ultimate in logo bibles from gestalten is here!

Los Logos 4 ~ the ultimate in logo bibles from gestalten is here!

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#13900
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Stockholm Design Lab's battery for the Japanese company Askul - the prettiest little battery you ever did see.

Stockholm Design Lab's battery for the Japanese company Askul - the prettiest little battery you ever did see.

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#13898
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Part 3/3 of the Maison et Objet SIMPLE micro-exhibitions is Slow Tech - "Less speed for better living. Soft, fluid technologies revisit naturalness and a simplified life philosophy."

FEATUREDPart 3/3 of the Maison et Objet SIMPLE micro-exhibitions is Slow Tech - "Less speed for better living. Soft, fluid technologies revisit naturalness and a simplified life philosophy."

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#13897
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Part 2/3 of the Maison et Objet SIMPLE micro-exhibitions is Les Metropuriatins, housed in what felt like a secret military tent filled with camo... here are all kinds of metro/urban designs showcased

FEATUREDPart 2/3 of the Maison et Objet SIMPLE micro-exhibitions is Les Metropuriatins, housed in what felt like a secret military tent filled with camo... here are all kinds of metro/urban designs showcased

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#13894
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Part 1/3 of the Maison et Objet SIMPLE micro-exhibitions is Farmlife, showcasing some of the best rural inspired/fitting designs in a grassing/garden/farmhouse setting

FEATUREDPart 1/3 of the Maison et Objet SIMPLE micro-exhibitions is Farmlife, showcasing some of the best rural inspired/fitting designs in a grassing/garden/farmhouse setting

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#13892
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Ittala's Little birds of paradise by Anu Penttinen

Ittala's Little birds of paradise by Anu Penttinen

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At Maison et Objet ~ the real standout was a series of three micro-exhibitions, SIMPLE: 1. Farmlife 2. Les Metropuritains 3. Slow Tech - in the upcoming posts, i'll give you a walk through all each of them!

FEATUREDAt Maison et Objet ~ the real standout was a series of three micro-exhibitions, SIMPLE: 1. Farmlife 2. Les Metropuritains 3. Slow Tech - in the upcoming posts, i'll give you a walk through all each of them!

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I'm not sure if this is going to move beyond the concept phase, but I love Studio Kudos' playful approach to the iconography of the different animals at the Bronx Zoo.

I'm not sure if this is going to move beyond the concept phase, but I love Studio Kudos' playful approach to the iconography of the different animals at the Bronx Zoo.

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Interesting design portfolio from Matt Burvill.

Interesting design portfolio from Matt Burvill.

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