A Magical Museum of Hyperreal Miniatures
These jaw-dropping miniature diorama scenes are one man’s lifetime obsession that is open to the public.
Art & Sculpture
As makers, we are blessed with fascinating ways to create unique pieces of artwork or sculptures from scratch. From working with traditional methods like wood carving and metalworking to utilizing emerging technologies like 3D printing and laser cutting, there is an endless array of possibilities for makers to explore. They are continuously breathing life into breathtaking creations that make us all stand back in awe. Let’s take a look at some recent developments in what makers around the world have been creating lately – be sure not to miss out on their incredible artwork!
Artists Bring the Human Element to Industrial Design
Core77, a network serving cutting-edge designers, will host their Designing Here/Now Conference next week in Los Angeles.
Watch Intricate Moroccan Tile Mosaics Shaped by Hand
See how “zellige,” or Moroccan tile, is created by hand to produce beautiful mosaics in a process that has existed for millennia.
Cut Out a 3-Dimensional Papercraft Metroid Scene
Bring pixel art to the third dimension with this easy cut out technique.
This Drawbot Uses Sand to Write Temporary Poetry
How many robots do you know that can write poetry? Skryf rolls along the ground, using sand to draw out words as it goes.
12 Ways to Achieve Awesome Paint Jobs with Hydro Dipping
Spray cans and paint brushes aren’t the only ways to give your stuff a new paint job. Use a tub of water for this easy and mesmerizing trick.
Watch the Mechanical Gallop of a Beautiful Kinetic Horse Sculpture
This mechanical horse is made completely out of stainless steel and gracefully gallops in slow motion without a sound.
