The issue of whether art imitates life or the contrary can be a bit hazy for Aria (@aririria art), a 25-year-old self-taught color pencil artist. The gifted Japanese illustrator is a master at creating astonishingly realistic drawings that appear to be pickable and holdable, such as this magnificent 100 yen coin or this squid that appears to slide off the canvas. Aria is … [Read more...] about Catfish and other creatures are drawn so realistically that they appear to be swimming off the page
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The “Hidden Beauty” of Small Seeds and Fruits is captured by a photographer
When you think about seeds, how frequently do you think about them again? Photographer Levon Biss will make you reconsider these insignificant yet crucial buildings. His series The Hidden Beauty of Seeds and Fruits takes a detailed look at some of the specimens stored in the Royal Botanic Garden in Edinburgh. Biss has done an amazing job shooting the tiny details of seeds … [Read more...] about The “Hidden Beauty” of Small Seeds and Fruits is captured by a photographer
People are in tears as a result of a dog’s heartfelt final act of love for a friend
She adored him to the very end. ❤️ This wonderful dog named Gaspar went away from an illness lately in the warm company of people who loved him the most, after a happy life full with joy and devotion. "I appreciate all of the hours we spent together… "You will always remain with us," Gaspar's owner, Marcelo Rodrguez, said in a homage to his dog. The most heartfelt … [Read more...] about People are in tears as a result of a dog’s heartfelt final act of love for a friend
Macrofying the Beach: An Up-Close Look at Sand Under a Microscope
Sand is a common and seemingly ordinary material found all around us, especially at the beach. But have you ever wondered what sand looks like up close? When viewed under a microscope, sand can reveal intricate and mesmerizing patterns, colors, and textures that are invisible to the naked eye. To explore the hidden beauty of sand, researchers and photographers have been … [Read more...] about Macrofying the Beach: An Up-Close Look at Sand Under a Microscope
Today’s runner to the bank did not anticipate rescuing a kitten
"She dashed out the door and leapt into my arms." Dan Yavetz was on his way to the bank in Silver Spring, Maryland, when he became sidetracked on his way in. But the short detour was well worth it when he saved a life unexpectedly. Yavetz told The Dodo, "I heard this little'meow' coming from underneath the automobiles parked in front of the bank." "When I got down, I … [Read more...] about Today’s runner to the bank did not anticipate rescuing a kitten