Photos: The 2012 FEI Electron Microscope Photo Contest
Embryonic zebrafish, photo by David McCarthy Electron microscope manufacturer FEI recently partnered with National Geographic to host a photo contest for images captured with electron…
Helicopter Hair by Olaf Breuning
New York City-based artist Olaf Breuning made this elaborate helicopter-shaped hair sculpture back in 2008. To see more of Breuning’s body art, check out his…
gapingvoid #Sandy Cartoons by Hugh MacLeod
British cartoonist Hugh MacLeod of gapingvoid has made a series of Hurricane Sandy cartoons with some decidedly direct messages. Thanks Hugh!
The Intricate Paper Sculptures of Designer Irving Harper
Since 1964, industrial designer Irving Harper has been making intricate paper sculptures as a stress-relieving hobby (video). The 500 or so sculptures he has made…
Handful Boobie Creamer, A Squeezable Breast-Shaped Dispenser
The Handful Boobie Creamer, by novelty company Big Mouth Toys, is a squeezable breast-shaped dispenser for pouring milk, cream or other liquids. It is available…
Press Start, A Nintendo Game Boy Tribute Art Print
Press Start by California artists Dan Kuhlken and Nathan Goldman of DKNG Studios is a great 3-color screen print created for the The Old School…
Conan’s Tribute to the Brave Reporters Covering Hurricane Sandy
“Who else would be so crazy as to be outside in the middle of a hurricane?” The Conan show put together Reporters in Harm’s Way,…
Scenic Dioramas of Iceland Made out of Food
The scenic beauty of Iceland is depicted with cake and other foods in the 2010 diorama series “Edible Vistas” by artist Eszter Burghardt. We previously…
Armageddon, The World’s Strongest Beer
At 65% ABV (alcohol by volume), Armageddon by Brewmeister is described as “the world’s strongest beer.” Typically beers are under 10% ABV, so this is…
Jimmy Fallon and David Letterman Do Late Night Hurricane Shows Without an Audience
On Monday, October 29, 2012, late night talk shows had to decide whether to forge ahead and tape their shows or cancel, due to warnings…