Larissa and Trevor of Ambient Studios in Toronto are used to taking pictures at other people's weddings. When it finally came to planning their own, they wanted to send out wedding invitations that said something about themselves. The result? These amazingly creative film canister invitations that have their own little pull out tab, revealing the invitation details.
"As two passionate…
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Added by alice on December 28, 2010 at 10:30am —
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To many people, death is a very uncomfortable subject. Perhaps it's because there are so many unanswered questions. What will happen when you die? Where will you go? Will anyone remember you? Leaving everyone and everything behind is a daunting task that is difficult to imagine.
Three Italian students, Andrea Pilia, Adriano Leo, Dario Cataldi, were studying…
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This latest piece by ROA caught my eye. Taking a break from his usual paintings of
birds and critters, ROA focuses his attention to fish. Completed in Salton Sea, California, the spooky piece seems to match the mood of its location...
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I think it's pretty clear that this Jabba the Hut snow sculpture wins "best in snow" this year. Could you imagine if you lived here? It would be impossible not to crack a smile every time you pulled into the driveway....
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Added by Eugene on December 27, 2010 at 10:30am —
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Inspired by their mutual obsession with the classic AC Cobra 427, a pair of Polish designers created this amazing living room collection made of American classic car parts from the 60’s.
The pieces in the “Spirit of 427″ collection – the sofa, an armchair, a coffee table, office desk, and standing lamp – are all handcrafted from original and collector car parts such as bumpers, fuel…
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Added by thinkpossitive on December 27, 2010 at 10:30am —
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We all know that sleep is really important. Problem is, many of us don't get enough of it. So, why is sleep so vital and what kind of techniques will help you get more? This infographic sheds some light on how to get a higher "ZQ"...
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Added by Eugene on December 26, 2010 at 11:30am —
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Princeton Architectural Press gave us three new books to share with you all! This time the subjects are varied but are all relevant to this site; they're about graphic design, green living and architecture. We've looked through them all and the one that I recommend the most is
How to be a Graphic Designer, Without Losing Your Soul.
The book gives you practical advice on how to…
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Added by alice on December 26, 2010 at 10:00am —
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Fashion photographer TIm Gutt shot this wonderful set of images that were inspired by astrological signs for Vogue's December 2010 issue. Called "Star Signs," the shoot was styled by Kate Phelan. Gutt captures model Siri Tollerod dressed up to represent the twelve astrological signs. The beautiful and whimsical outfits are by Alexander McQuenn, Lanvin and Christopher Kane among others and the…
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Added by Marica on December 26, 2010 at 3:00am —
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Just wanted to wish you all a very Merry Christmas. Hope you're spending lots of time with your loved ones, eating some great food, and capturing every magical moment possible. Have a wonderful day.
Photo credit: Alice Yoo
Added by alice on December 25, 2010 at 8:30am —
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Depending on how you feel on a particular day, the world can appear very big or very small. The type of environment you place yourselves in can play a huge factor.
In this poetic series titled "The Center of My World," Switzerland-based photographer Jonas Fornerod puts himself far and center into the distance. By doing so, he appears tiny in comparison to the dramatic setting that…
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Added by Eugene on December 25, 2010 at 8:00am —
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24-year-old, Kent, England-based photographer Andrew Evans takes the most beautiful and enchanting photos of deer I have ever laid eyes on. His love and passion for nature photography really shines through as he captures these beautiful creatures with crispness and clarity. "I'm glad i finally found something i feel I am good at, or at least have the sense of inspiration that makes me want to…
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Added by alice on December 24, 2010 at 4:00pm —
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Born in the former Soviet republic of Kygystan, 39-year-old Talantbek Chekirov has an appreciation for the natural beauty found in women. Using oil as his medium, Chekirov's creates photorealistic works of art that are soft and sensual. He paints shadows and light in such a way that makes his figures glow, giving us an appreciation not just for the female form but for an artistic skill few have…
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Added by Eugene on December 24, 2010 at 12:30pm —
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He made us fall in love with his beautiful daughters. He showed us just how creative and cool a father could be. And now, I'm honored to call Jason Lee not just one of my favorite photographers, but a friend. Even before I wrote the post,
A Father Who Creatively Captures His Kids, I was a fan of…
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Added by alice on December 24, 2010 at 11:30am —
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One look at David Walker's beautiful brush-less portraits, and you probably wouldn't believe me if I told you he only started painting three years ago. For two of those years, he only painted in black, white, and pink because it was cheaper and allowed him to concentrate on his subjects more. Then, he came across a box of random colored paint that had been buried in the studio and he started…
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Added by Eugene on December 24, 2010 at 10:30am —
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This is just a quick reminder that you only have
2 days left before we end our
Your Photo on Canvas contest! Click
here and then leave a comment, giving us one word to describe…
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Added by alice on December 23, 2010 at 5:00pm —
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Xavier Gallego is an illustrator and graphic designer from Barcelona, Spain who creates monsters and animals that are so cute and cuddly, you want to reach into your computer screen and hug them. Each of his candy-colored illustrations tell a sweet and silly story that you can't help but fall in love with.
A little over a month ago, Gallego launched an Eyesores iPhone app where you customize…
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Added by alice on December 23, 2010 at 12:30pm —
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Sunrise lights the inner canyon on the Kaibab Trail.
John Miranda took these absolutely breathtaking shots of the Grand Canyon while hiking from the South Rim to the North Rim (and back) over various years, along with overnight camping trips.
The Grand Canyon is 277 miles (446 km) long, up to 18 miles (29 km) wide and attains a depth of over a mile (1.83 km).…
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Added by Eugene on December 23, 2010 at 12:00pm —
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Kalie Garrett is a 19-year-old photographer who takes such vulnerable self-portraits, you can't help but get emotional when you look at them. Rather than describe them myself, here are some touching testimonials left on her Flickr page:
"You probably know by now how much I adore your work. I mean, your photography is like a drug to me. I can get lost in your stream so easily and just look…
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Added by alice on December 23, 2010 at 11:00am —
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Creative Film Wedding Invitations (5 pics)
Death is Unbearable... (24 photos)
Masquerade Fashion Show (9 photos)
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Classic Car Living Room (10 pics)
Star Signs by Tim Gutt (13 pics)
