When it comes to confronting mortality, there are few people more willing to do so than artists. But let me assure you that designer and illustrator Alex Solis has a take on death that’s decidedly unconventional. If you’ve ever watched the Discovery Channel in total dismay as a lion chows down on a baby impala, […]
As humans, we tend to think of ourselves as superior beings. Because we have logical and emotional faculties that are almost excessively powerful, we look at humankind as the quintessential image of sentience. In reality, we’re far from alone when it comes to emotional intelligence. If you’ve ever brought a pet into your family, you’ve […]
People can say what they want about fashion and cosmetics, but there are thousands of people out there (myself included) who feel like spending an hour or two in front of a vanity every day is time well spent. After all, slaying takes work, my friends. But everyday people and beauty gurus alike know that […]
If you’re like me, when you visit a new city you make a stop at the local museum to see what they have to offer. It’s a great way to soak in the culture, and it gives you something to do instead of hitting the bars at an ungodly hour. But if the typical science […]
When it comes to embodying all things innocuous, toys reign supreme. Whether they’re fashion-savvy Barbies or Star Wars-themed LEGOs, playthings are consistently innocent. That’s kind of the point. While we deal with the incessant onslaught of adulthood and its many harsh realities, little ones get to whittle away the hours in the company of their […]
When you hear the word “jellyfish,” your first instinct might be to run. One certainly doesn’t usually think of home decor, but a company is dedicated to turning the stinging animals into art instead of, “Arrgh, my foot!” After a successful Kickstarter campaign, Jellyfish Art has commenced production of an LED-lit tank specifically made for […]
When Megan Determan and Chris Kluthe started thinking about getting their engagement photos done, they both had the same requirement: their wiener dog, Louie, had to be part of the shoot. After all, the little guy is too cute for words, and he’s part of their family. It would only make sense for him to […]
Just stay away. 1. Many people believe the South is some kind of beautiful place. View this image › Digidreamgrafix / Getty Images Lake Jocassee, South Carolina 2. Their beliefs are 100% false! View this image › Flickr: quiksilver1850 / Creative Commons Tallulah, Georgia 3. The South is the opposite of pretty. View this image […]