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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.


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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.


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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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Guerrilla Gardeners - Seed Bombs for Green Rebels (VIDEO) Guerrilla Gardeners - Seed Bombs for Green Rebels (VIDEO)

Frustrated that so much potential green space was being wasted in their cities, groups of "guerrilla gardeners" have organized late night sneak outs which involve planting miniature gardens around town. Their goal is to transform previously neglected public spaces into green havens for urbanites to enjoy. The movement has already caught on in cities like New York, Toronto and London. Hard-to-reach spaces are accessed with the help of "seed bombs" which are contained inside empty egg shells. … [More]



Pablo Picasso in 3-D - Digitalized Guernica Painting (VIDEO)Pablo Picasso in 3-D - Digitalized Guernica Painting (VIDEO)

To see Pablo Picasso's Guernica in 3-D is a rare treat. The Guernica is perhaps Pablo Picasso's most famous painting. The work of art depicts the Nazi German Luftwaffe bombing of Guernica, Spain on April 26 1937 during the Spanish Civil War. Picasso, who was very affected by the bombing which kill… [More]









Art Transforms Depending on Time of Day - *Relativity by Drzach & Suchy (GALLERY)Art Transforms Depending on Time of Day - *Relativity by Drzach & Suchy (GALLERY)

Drzach & Suchy use a special technique to create art pieces that completely change their image under different the light sources. The pieces in their *relativity collection display one image during the day, and a completely different image at night. Some pieces even display three images: morning, no… [More]



Body Paint for the Rainforest - Joaquin Phoenix on 4REALBody Paint for the Rainforest - Joaquin Phoenix on 4REAL

Actor Joaquin Phoenix joined the Yawanawa people of the Brazilian Amazon rainforest as part of a new series for MTV Canada called 4REAL. The actor, who is active in many social causes, hopes to bring attention to global social issues and foster understanding of different cultures and ways of life. … [More]



Promoting Art With Hangovers - Toronto Original Contemporary Art Party (GALLERY)Promoting Art With Hangovers - Toronto Original Contemporary Art Party (GALLERY)

I love this campaign for the Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery which tries to appeal to the young party crowd. Hey, whatever it takes to promote art is fine with me! The print ads promote the Original Contemporary Art Party in Toronto with decadent drunk partying and morning after antics that a… [More]



Political Parodies - Bush vs. Obama: DOPE Parodies HOPEPolitical Parodies - Bush vs. Obama: DOPE Parodies HOPE

The Barack Obama HOPE posters are probably the most viral image associated with this year's US presidential elections. After the originals by Shepard Fairey sold out almost immediately, it wasn't long before the posters were spoofed. First it was Michael Ian Weinfeld's POPE parody in honor of Pope… [More]



Drawing With Mosquitos - Malaria Kills More Than Hitler, Stalin, Tanks & Bombs (GALLERY)Drawing With Mosquitos - Malaria Kills More Than Hitler, Stalin, Tanks & Bombs (GALLERY)

I am in awe of this new Malaria awareness campaign by África Directo. The message that "Nothing and no one takes as many lives as malaria" is ingeniously delivered by drawing portraits of infamous dictators such as Stalin and Hitler, who have the blood of millions on their hands, using hundreds of … [More]



Porcelain Fur - Urban Cast-Away by Studio Dror (GALLERY)Porcelain Fur - Urban Cast-Away by Studio Dror (GALLERY)

Porcelain jewelery from Studio Dror is rare and wonderful. These one-of-a-kind works are “created by dipping second hand fur into porcelain, then shaping and firing them. Each is unique and impossible to replicate.” The line is called Urban Cast-Away, with prices peaking at $12,000 for the feat… [More]



Museum Hotels - 21C (VIDEO)Museum Hotels - 21C (VIDEO)

If you've ever dreamed of living inside a museum, here's your chance! While Trendhunter.com has featured hotels that look like museums, the 21c Museum Hotel in Louisville, KY actually is one, it's even funded by the International Contemporary Art Foundation! The newly opened modern art hotel has … [More]



Superhero Fashion (Follow Up) - Fantasy Exhibit at the Met (GALLERY)Superhero Fashion (Follow Up) - Fantasy Exhibit at the Met (GALLERY)

This is a follow-up on a trend we published recently about the Superheroes: Fashion and Fantasy exhibit. We already told you the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York would be featuring a huge collection of fantasy costumes inspired by comic book characters and superhero movies, but now we know t… [More]



Cookware CityScapes - San Francisco by Zhan Wang (GALLERY)Cookware CityScapes - San Francisco by Zhan Wang (GALLERY)

It seems there are many artists who share a fascination with the San Francisco skyline. We've already seen a Jell-O SF landscape, and now there's this cityscape made of pots, pans and other kitchen tools. Zhan Wang, a Beijing artist, is the creator of this metal masterpiece, which is currently on … [More]



Alien Furniture - The Chankley Bore By Marteen Baas (GALLERY)Alien Furniture - The Chankley Bore By Marteen Baas (GALLERY)

We always had a sense that extraterrestrial life existed. We knew aliens live among us. But what we also always knew is that they are made by man. Just one look at this collection of furniture designed by dutch artist Marteen Baas will leave everyone in agreement. The collection named 'The Chankley… [More]



Anti-Slip Banana Peels - Slip No More DecalsAnti-Slip Banana Peels - Slip No More Decals

Got a boring bathtub? The Slip No More banana decals add cheeky personality to any tub. They're not just quirky, they're also smart. The non-skid banana peels are reminiscent of an Andy Warhol screen print. Be the first one on your block to have pop-art in your shower. Just peel the banana and stick… [More]



Temporary Skin Patterns - Cut Here TattoosTemporary Skin Patterns - Cut Here Tattoos

I love Tord Boontje's Cut Here tattoos, a low commitment design statement. If you aren't sure about redecorating your flat this long weekend, you can at least dress up a black shirt. The pale pink acrylic polymer temporary tattoos are a fun way to show your creative side. [More]



Interactive Store Windows - Diesel Milan Display is Very Big Brother (VIDEO)Interactive Store Windows - Diesel Milan Display is Very Big Brother (VIDEO)

Frantic Milanese shoppers are being catapulted from their hypnotic states as they witness the reverberation of their reflections projected in front of them. The images are displayed across an interactive sculpture installed in the window of the forthcoming Diesel store in Piazza San Babila, Milan. … [More]



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