January 2010 Blog Posts (208)

When Zoo Advertising Gets Creative (12 examples)



You may think that zoos have an advantage over regular advertisers. Sure they've got adorable animals to work with but how do they compete with theme parks for our time? Just ask the creative minds behind these advertisements. Whether they're shocking us with wrapped buses or making us laugh with car stickers, they all serve to remind us that our friendly neighbors are just waiting for a…

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Added by alice on January 28, 2010 at 4:00pm — 1 Comment

Our Bodies as Art



The body is a vessel for the soul. You could also say that it's just a bunch of cells holding a lot of water. It can be arousing, repulsing, inspiring. Our bodies express our emotions. Sometimes it's even intentionally used to show lack of emotion. So, what if the body is shown as a composition does it mean its just an object? Does it express less? What do you… Continue

Added by Inka Leoni on January 28, 2010 at 2:25pm — No Comments

Intricate Scenes Inside Toilet Rolls (5 pieces)



When most people see a bare toilet roll, instincts tell them to throw it away. But as they say, one person's trash is another person's treasure. French artist Anastassia Elias saw the artistic potential in toilet rolls, and proceeded to create intricate scenes inside of them.



Elias spends hours painstakingly cutting out tiny shapes to make detailed…

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Added by Eugene on January 28, 2010 at 12:00pm — 3 Comments

Incredible Bodypainting - The Last South China Tiger



Craig Tracy is hands-down one of the best body painters in the world. At first glance, this piece looks like a simple painting of a tiger. Look a little closer, and you'll notice that the tiger's face is actually painted on the back of three separate women.



Entitled “The Last South China Tiger” this particular project is part of Save China’s Tigers‘ efforts…

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Added by Eugene on January 28, 2010 at 10:30am — 3 Comments

Aulani: Disney's New Hawaii Resort (4 pics)



Where does Mickey go when he needs some R&R? Starting in 2011, he'll be heading to Hawaii to his newest resort, Aulani. Located on the island of O'ahu, Aulani translates to "the place that speaks for great ones," and "expresses a connection to tradition and deep story-telling." A perfect name for the place where stories are told and where dreams come true! (Cheesy…

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Added by alice on January 28, 2010 at 10:30am — 1 Comment

How to Be Wild at Heart

Because life is short and should be lived to the fullest...

Source: We Heart It

Added by April on January 28, 2010 at 10:00am — 4 Comments

Retro-Modern Design: LG's Classic TV



Are you one of those people who drools over the thought of a 60-inch plasma tv? Well, then move on. This post is definitely not for you. However, if you're one of those people who long for simpler days, you know, when we had four channels to choose from rather than four billion (yes, I am exaggerating), than you'll be smitten by this new retro TV by LG. The LG…

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Added by alice on January 28, 2010 at 9:30am — 4 Comments

Haitian Girl - David Choe

Artist David Choe recently released this piece to raise money for Yéle Haiti, a foundation founded by Wyclef Jean. Admirably, Choe personally paid for the cost of the 18″ x 24″ giclée prints, titled “Haitian Girl." I just checked, and it looks like all 50 of the $300 limited edition hand-signed prints have already… Continue

Added by Eugene on January 28, 2010 at 1:30am — 1 Comment

Wear the Cake and Eat it Too

Added by wing sum leung on January 27, 2010 at 6:26pm — No Comments

7 rules to understand design & designers

French designer Barral Fabien has an innovative way to educate his clients – a giant wall sticker. His intention is to help his client understand him as a designer.

Added by wing sum leung on January 27, 2010 at 6:21pm — 1 Comment

Modern Architecture - The Ecorium Project (4 pics)



The National Ecological Institute of South Korea recently released plans for a large-scale nature reserve. Designed by architectural firm SAMOO, the "Ecorium Project" will be a striking environmental center spread out over a 33,000 square meter area of natural environment.



Featuring eco domes, greenhouses, a water reserve, and an education center, the Ecorium…

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Added by Eugene on January 27, 2010 at 5:00pm — 2 Comments

The Secret Life of Everyday Animals (15 pics)

Secret Agent Cow



What exactly do everyday animals do when we're not looking? Busy with our own lives, we may never know what goes behind-the-scenes. Lucky for us, a few incredible photographers have captured their mysterious lives. From secret agent cows to cigar smoking dogs, these incredible animals may be more human than we think.…

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Added by alice on January 27, 2010 at 4:00pm — 1 Comment

Fight Science - National Geographic

In our ongoing partnership with National Geographic, we present Fight Science - A fascinating look at the science and physiology behind the world's most powerful fighting techniques.





FIGHT SCIENCE: ULTIMATE SOLDIERS

Monday, February 1 at 10PM ET/PT


Special operations forces are an elite breed of soldiers… Continue

Added by Eugene on January 27, 2010 at 1:30pm — 1 Comment

Apple iPad Makes Its Debut

The long awaited tablet gets its debut today. The biggest product launch since the iPhone, Steve Jobs shows off the roughly 10 inch tablet computer that will bridge the gap between smartphones and laptop computers. Starting at $499 and available in March, the iPad resembles an oversized iPod Touch.



So will this product revolutionize the way we consume media?… Continue

Added by alice on January 27, 2010 at 11:30am — 8 Comments

Urban Street Art: Cut Out + Fade Out (5 pieces)



“Cut Out & Fade Out” is the newest project from street artist Miss Bugs. She poses the question of visibility of women in society by creating silhouettes of females that are site specific and blend into the background. Working in a male dominated scene, Miss Bugs brings a feminine touch to street art, which can be seen through her sexuality explicit…

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Added by Eugene on January 27, 2010 at 11:00am — 1 Comment

Creative Piece: Marie Antoinette's Secret

This digital piece by Yuling Deng caught my attention right when I first laid eyes on it. Deng describes the work as a conceptual portrait of Marie Antoinette, describing her extravagant character. Her chosen medium was Corel Painter and Photoshop.



Deng is a digital illustrator who at the age of thirteen moved from China to New York City. Her growth in this culturally and artistically diverse environment enabled her to become a strongly… Continue

Added by Eugene on January 27, 2010 at 10:30am — No Comments

Soul Searching Landscapes (8 pics)

Ghostly Passage



Take a look through Nicolas Bouvier's (aka Sparth) Flickr stream and get ready for some deep soul searching. His dark but beautiful landscapes will transport you into another world. Whether he's taking haunting, metaphor filled photos of bridges or capturing the stunning beauty of fog falling on trees, Sparth creates a mood like no one else.…

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Added by alice on January 27, 2010 at 10:00am — 6 Comments

Fake Miniature Worlds (7 pics)

Fields, After the Storm - Made of faux fur (fields), cotton (clouds) and sifted tile grout (mountains).

Though we've showcased a lot of miniature worlds here on theMET, we've never quite seen anything like this before. Matthew Albanese creates amazing miniature worlds using his special ingredients, his camera and a lot of creativity. There are no shortcuts… Continue

Added by alice on January 27, 2010 at 9:30am — 3 Comments

Lady Gaga A Capella Medley Multitrack

Naya Marie's Lady Gaga a capella medley is super impressive. The medley includes Just Dance, Poker Face, Chillin, & Paparazzi. Interesting how technology allows musicians to to collaborate and synchronize with… Continue

Added by Eugene on January 27, 2010 at 1:00am — 2 Comments

Loneliness and Pain (5 pics)



Look through Lindley Battle's photos and you'll immediately feel her emotions flow through you. Beautifully poetic, but in a sorrowful way, Lindley bears her heart and soul so that we can experience her pain right along with her. We love how she uses light to spotlight herself in some of these photos, though the true genius lies in her expressions and…

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Added by alice on January 26, 2010 at 11:30am — 1 Comment

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