Image via Banksy Stop, thieves! On Friday, Banksy took to the streets of Peckham, south London, and installed a traffic-stopping artwork—only for it to be whisked away by an opportunistic duo in broad daylight at around 12.30 p.m, less than an hour after its appearance. The striking piece, a stop sign turned into a thought-provoking […]
December 24, 2023
Image via Canva As the sun sets on the current year, designers and creatives worldwide are eagerly turning their gaze to the horizon, anticipating the colors, shapes, and styles that will define 2024. Canva has distilled the essence of emerging patterns, search trends, and collective creativity spanning 170 million users into a rich tapestry of […]
December 23, 2023
[Click here to view the video in this article] Video screenshot via CDN Comunicação Burger King Brazil has fired up a quirky solution for the post-party blues with a Hangover Whopper campaign, turning weary grimaces into grins with a side of savings. In collaboration with advertising agency DM9, the fast-food giant is rolling out a […]
December 23, 2023
[Click here to view the video in this article] Video screenshot via Miguel Ucañan / Circus Grey Peru In a concrete step towards inclusivity, Lima’s sidewalks have gotten an innovative makeover. The SightWalks project, a collaborative effort between cement manufacturer Cemento Sol, the Miraflores District Municipality, and advertising agency Circus Grey Peru, is paving the […]
December 23, 2023
Image generated on AI In the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, the ancient city of Pompeii continues to reveal the intricate details of Roman life before the catastrophic eruption in AD 79. The latest initiative dives into the vibrant world of ancient textile dyeing, resurrecting the rich hues that once adorned the city’s inhabitants. Claudio Cutuli, […]
December 23, 2023
[Click here to view the video in this article] Photo 297062303 © Vladyslav Skrynko | Dreamstime.com Netflix has rolled out the red carpet for its superstars of 2023, announcing The Night Agent as the reigning champion of the most-watched shows for the first half of 2023. The streaming giant has published a What We Watched […]
December 23, 2023
[Click here to view the video in this article] Image via Tesla Tesla’s Cybertruck is steering into uncharted waters with ‘Wade Mode’, a feature that enables the futuristic electric vehicle to navigate shallow waters with ease. Wade Mode is accessible within the Cybertruck’s off-road settings, enabling drivers to effortlessly toggle it on or off depending […]
December 23, 2023
Image via Drawww / App Store The Drawww app, soon to be available on iPads, plans to shake up the digital art scene by integrating artificial intelligence into the drawing experience. Compatible with devices boasting Apple’s M1 chip, it turns simple sketches into complex artworks in real-time, appealing to both novices and seasoned artists. […]
December 22, 2023
Image via McLittle Stock As we prepare to welcome 2024, it’s time to bring some creativity to our daily schedules with unique calendar designs. From retro themes to modern layouts, there’s a calendar for every taste and need. Here’s a roundup of some creative calendar downloads for 2024 that are sure to keep you […]
December 22, 2023
Image via Minnesota Marine Art Museum / Wikimedia Commons (public domain) The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City has recently enriched its collection with a remarkable addition: Vincent van Gogh’s Beach at Scheveningen in Calm Weather (1882). This acquisition, part of a transformative holiday gift from Dick Wolf, the executive producer of Law […]
December 22, 2023
X-ray: NASA/CXC/SAO; Optical: T.A. Rector (NRAO/AUI/NSF and NOIRLab/NSF/AURA) and B.A. Wolpa (NOIRLab/NSF/AURA); Infrared: NASA/NSF/IPAC/CalTech/Univ. of Massachusetts; Image Processing: NASA/CXC/SAO/L. Frattare & J.Major. Image via NASA Just in time for the festive season, NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory has gifted the world a celestial spectacle: an image of NGC 2264, which the space agency fondly dubs […]
December 22, 2023
Image via Rijksmuseum/Olivier Middendorp In a remarkable find, the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam has unveiled two small portraits by the legendary Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, featuring Jan Willemsz van der Pluym and Jaapgen Caerlsdr. Painted in 1635, these artworks—measuring almost eight inches tall—hold the distinction of being the smallest formal portraits ever created by the Dutch […]
December 22, 2023
Image via Levi’s Levi Strauss & Co is weaving a century-old tale into a special edition that tells of its durability, at the same time celebrating the 150th anniversary of the iconic 501 jeans. In 1920, a hard-working Arizona miner named Homer Campbell made an unusual request to Levi Strauss & Co. After wearing his […]
December 22, 2023
Photo 291169208 © Ifeelstock | Dreamstime.com The Apple Watch is ticking! In a race against time, the Cupertino giant is updating its software with the aim of dodging a looming US import ban on its latest Apple Watch models. The abrupt move follows a US International Trade Commission (ITC) decision that found Apple infringed on […]
December 21, 2023
Image via Minnesota State Emblems Redesign Commission Minnesota has turned over a new leaf in its visual identity by introducing a fresh state flag, a decision fueled by the need for a design that resonates with 21st-century sensibilities and values. The decision, made by an 11-1 vote by the State Emblems Redesign Committee, welcomes a […]
December 21, 2023