Love is one of the most inspiring feelings when it comes to any artistic manifestation, specially music. Today we want to break stereotypes, and share with you these romantic songs that were composed by hard rock bands. I invite you to dedicate to your loved one any of the songs listed below, he or she will not be disappointed. 1. "Nothing Else Matters", … [Read more...]
22 Optical Illusion Paintings That Will Trick Your Brain
During six consecutive years, Canadian painter Rob Gonsalves has illustrated a series of surreal calendars with the name of Master of Illusion. He is currently regarded as the most famous surrealist painter living in North America. His elegant and illusory artwork permeates his canvas with a wonderful sense of magic, forcing the viewer to also believe in the impossible. His … [Read more...]
Monumental Sculptures by Lugufelo
When the old school of sculpture blends with the newest technology emblematic works that mark the evolutionary step of man on earth arise. This is the case of Lugufelo’s work which integrates mathematical elements with nature’s structure in monumental sculptures that moves between reality and fiction. Lugufelo has achieved a balance between his sculptures and modern society. … [Read more...]
A Mountain that Became the Largest Stone Statue in the World
This imposing sculpture of Leshan Giant Buddha was carved on a cliff of Mount Emei in China, taking advantage of the rock of the mountain. It is the tallest stone statue in the world. Its construction began during the Tang Dynasty in 713 AD, under the watchful gaze of monk Haitong, and was completed 90 years later in 803 AD after a pause of 70 years by Haitong’s faithful … [Read more...]
Children’s Dreams Come True in Magical Digital Photography Art
Photographer Vicki-Lea Boulter interacts with children and is inspired by the wonderful childhood dreams and fantasies to create a number of imaginary worlds populated by elves, strange creatures, rock stars, or small dragons. Precisely the most captivating part of her photography work is her communication with each child, so that they are the ones who choose the character they … [Read more...]
Rik Lee: The Art of Drawing and Illustration
Rik Lee is a highly skilled illustrator who has worked for world renowned companies such as American Express, Puma, Nylon, Virgin Australia, among others. His Facebook page has more than one million visitors. With a high power of suggestion, Lee's artworks captivate his spectators from the first moment, leaving them delighted before his works. His designs can be found in … [Read more...]
Bordalo II Transforms Street Trash Into Awesome Urban Sculptures
Figurative art is the opposite of abstract art. While abstract art gets away from the ideal and faithful reproduction of the natural world, figurative art tends to represent recognizable objects or images by trying to distort, idealize or intensify its aspects. Bordalo II is one of those artists who builds a figurative world from essential and recycled elements, mixing paint … [Read more...]
26 Lovely and Unique Ikebana Flower Arrangements
Ikebana is more than a beautiful floral arrangement. It is a direct link that connects humans with nature. It is like a simple and imperfect bridge that integrates life and death. The ephemeral nature of its composition is itself a reflection on the passage of time. By observing these aesthetic and minimalist compositions with certain stillness you will be in consonance with … [Read more...]
30 Gorgeous Realism Oil Paintings by Jose Higuera
Portraying everyday life at its best has always been the desire of writers and painters; and although literature is a passive and serene art, painting on the other hand has the power to attract people's attention from the first moment. A painting artwork projects a fragment of life that interacts with human mind, filling it up with images and memories as vivid as life … [Read more...]
Incredibly Fascinating Tree Tunnels You Definitely Need to Visit
1. Bamboo Grove in Kyoto, Japan Spring is one of the best seasons to visit Japan. The cherry blossoms are at their best moment and the smell of flowers spreads everywhere. But it is in December when Arashiyama city, West of Kyoto, is illuminated with lamps and Bamboo Grove acquires an exceptional beauty. It would be ideal walking or biking through the grove while a gentle … [Read more...]