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Modern art is exploding into mediums never before explored. We’re obsessed with innovative artists, leading edge designers and individuals who exude ultramodernism.


Visual Culture

Visual culture is the field of study that relates to all aspects of visual imagery, which can include traditional art, video games, comics, media, advertising and anything that has a visual component.


Graffiti and Counter Culture Expression

Graffiti artists like Banksy prove the point that artistic movements often ignite from counter culture expression. By tracking the counter culture, you can find out what’s on the cutting edge of cool.


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Braille Graffiti - Art For The Blind (VIDEO) Braille Graffiti - Art For The Blind (VIDEO)

Graffiti has been a practice since the discovery of the cave wall, though it has never gained general recognition. People either see it as vandalism or an art form. But there is one group of people that haven't been able to see what all the fuss is about. For the first time, blind people will be able to have an opinion on counterculture art work. Scott Wayne Indiana, an artist in Portland, Oregon, decided to randomly distribute braille graffiti in the City of Portland. He chose five different … [More]



Vespa Lamps - The Afterlife Of Scooters (GALLERY)Vespa Lamps - The Afterlife Of Scooters (GALLERY)

Have you ever wondered what happens to Italy's scooters when they stop running? Milan-based artist, Maurizio Lamponi Leopardi has found a great use for them. He creates old lamps from recycled materials, including old Vespa parts. His creative mind doesn't stop there, however; he's also created lamp… [More]









Toilet Bars - Pee A Little Creative in Vienna (GALLERY)Toilet Bars - Pee A Little Creative in Vienna (GALLERY)

We've seen the lip toilets before, but what makes this bar unique is that it's actually themed around the urinals. Yes, it is a Toilet Bar. Across all cultures, people have a tendency to be intrigued by Europe, art, innovation and, for whatever reason, bodily functions. The Toilet-Bar in Vienna co… [More]



Creative Vulgarism - Artist Makes Porcelain Figures Offend (GALLERY)Creative Vulgarism - Artist Makes Porcelain Figures Offend (GALLERY)

While some complain that the current offerings in art and design are uninteresting and uninspired, too kitschy and commercial to be deemed true art and design, there are artists, like Barnaby Barford, who consider their pieces clever. Using both historic and modern ceramic or porcelain figurines, … [More]



Sweets, Sex & Sarcasm - Johnny Cupcakes T-Shirts (GALLERY)Sweets, Sex & Sarcasm - Johnny Cupcakes T-Shirts (GALLERY)

Johnny Cupcakes is a one-man brand based on sweets, sex, and sarcasm as these pics demonstrate. The t-shirts command a pretty penny (around $35) because every one is limited edition and collectible. The shirts poke fun at pop culture icons and replace familiar items with cupcakes. If you buy a tee a… [More]



Aluminated Art - Sculptures Made Of Cans (GALLERY)Aluminated Art - Sculptures Made Of Cans (GALLERY)

With the pressure on to protect the environment, people are thinking twice before tossing their recyclable goods. Letting cans kick around a little longer evoked creativity in a group of artists who saw the artistic potential in their empties. These incredible sculptures are made entirely out of alu… [More]



Midget Impersonators - Wee Celebs In Las Vegas (VIDEO)Midget Impersonators - Wee Celebs In Las Vegas (VIDEO)

In Las Vegas, just about anything goes, so why not pint size impersonators? The Beacher's Madhouse show in the Hard Rock Hotel started the trend when they brought in "Tiny Kiss" and a midget Britney Spears. The new Planet Hollywood Hotel & Casino followed their lead. In of PH's clubs, a "Little Lege… [More]



Badass Biker Jewelry - NightRider Jawbone RingBadass Biker Jewelry - NightRider Jawbone Ring

NightRider Jewely specializes in high-end macho stuff full of biker symbols such as guns, skulls, and iron crosses. They make rings, buckles, and keychains for the metro-biker. The ring pictured here is the Freedom or Death with Diamond Eyes. It is part of the Jawbone Series. The platinum version of… [More]



Custom Kicks For Marketing - Converse Art Shoes (VIDEO)Custom Kicks For Marketing - Converse Art Shoes (VIDEO)

Here's yet another form of guerrilla street art. A San Francisco DJ created a unique business selling customized kicks. Roman Weingartner, aka Romanowski, 38, spray paints white Converse high tops which he buys for $40, and resells for $100 after adding his creative stamp. The new craze is spreading… [More]



Chain Mail Fashion - The 20 Pound T-Shirt (GALLERY)Chain Mail Fashion - The 20 Pound T-Shirt (GALLERY)

Made from thousands of anodized aluminum rings, this shirt weighs just a smidge more than your average tee - about 20lbs!! Sold at ThinkGeek for close to $100, the shirt includes extra rings for mending rips and tears caused by the random sword fight. [More]



Modern & Engaging Decor - Perspex Wall Art (GALLERY)Modern & Engaging Decor - Perspex Wall Art (GALLERY)

According to the art market, Perspex Art is set to become the latest trend for our walls. Canvas prints have been around for some time now and whilst you can get them very cheaply, they have frankly become a bore! Four Blank Walls have successfully create a huge range of images and designs that you… [More]



Stencil Graffiti An International Trend – Art, Political Statement, Vandalism (VIDEO)Stencil Graffiti An International Trend – Art, Political Statement, Vandalism (VIDEO)

In Edinburgh, Scotland, police blame most of the stencil graffiti on two rival gangs. In Oaxaca city, Mexico they were making political statements just before state elections. In Columbia, Missouri, the community is trying find a creative ways to deal with it. Stencil graffiti, popularised by Banksy… [More]



Anatomically Correct Doorknob - Welcoming The Anatomically Correct Doorknob - Welcoming The "Hand-le"

Amsterdam, Netherlands resident, Naomi Thellier, designed this mannequin-meets-metal doorknob for the London Design Festival. Are you "touched" by her work? Other pieces can be seen at coroflot.com. "I’m a very friendly soul but I still can’t over this extremely friendly door handle by the Amst… [More]



Indie Films 2.0 - Indie Films 2.0 - "The New Talkies: Generation DIY" (VIDEO)

In 2006, Time Magazine named "You" the "Person of the Year." Apparently, "You" still qualify for that title this year, and likely the next. This ego-driven way of life has also caused the emergence of a new movie genre. indieWIRE wrote an excellent article about the next generation movie scene: "Th… [More]



Black Mirror - Who's The Fairest? by HXFOURBlack Mirror - Who's The Fairest? by HXFOUR

Clay Rochemont, aka “HXFOUR”, is pioneering the local art scene in Toronto, Canada. His latest work, "Who's The Fairest?", is a black mirror using a 1/4 inch thick piece of ultra high gloss acrylic. The piece in the picture is 28×42 and retails at about $471USD. He can customize to any size so,… [More]



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Modern Art, Visual Culture, and Graffiti
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