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Breathtaking 3D Goldfish Paintings by R. Fukahori

January 27th, 2012 by Bored Panda | No Comments | Filed in Design

It’s hard to believe, but these lively goldfish swimming in the bowls are not real at all! A Japanese artist named Riusuke Fukahori is painting these incredibly realistic three-dimensional goldfish using acrylic paint layered over clear resin. Just like 3D printer[1], the artists paints the fish layer by layer, with the sandwiched slices revealing slight more about each creature.

“When struggling with artistic vision, Fukahori’s pet goldfish became his inspiration and ever since his passion and lifelong theme. His unique style of painting uses acrylic on clear resin which is poured into containers, resulting in a three-dimensional appearance and lifelike vitality. This exhibition features twenty new painting works by this leading Japanese contemporary artist.”[2]

Riusuke Fukahori’s exhibition called “Goldfish Salvation” was recently on show at the ICN Gallery in London.

Website: goldfishing.info

Photos by: Dominic

Breathtaking 3D Goldfish Paintings by R. Fukahori originally appeared on Bored Panda on January 27, 2012.

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Harmless Weapons by Kyle Bean

January 26th, 2012 by Bored Panda | No Comments | Filed in Design

While the name of the artist may sound unfamiliar to many, I’m sure most of you have already seen Kyle’s amazing collection of Pencil Shaving Portraits or the famous Chicken made from eggshells. This time, Brighton-based designer Kyle Bean created a collection of harmless weapons for an article in CUT Magazine centered around the topic of ‘Guerrilla Gardening’ and ‘Yarn Bombing’.

Personally, my favorite one is the feather knife as the feather perfectly matches the size and the shape of the knife while at the same time being completely harmless. Other weapons are also great, and you just can’t not love the minimalism and clever selection of the background colors!

Kyle Specializes in hand crafted models, set design and art direction, and since graduating in 2009, he has worked across a variety of platforms including installations, window displays, editorial and advertising.

Website: kylebean.co.uk

Photos by: Sam Hofman

Harmless Weapons by Kyle Bean originally appeared on Bored Panda on January 26, 2012.

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  2. Word as Image by Ji Lee
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  4. Amazing Hand Painting Art by Guido Daniele
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  6. Violent Plush Toys by Patricia Waller


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Incredible Shadow Paintings by Rashad Alakbarov

January 25th, 2012 by Bored Panda | No Comments | Filed in Design

Azerbaijani artist Rashad Alakbarov uses various everyday objects and some back light to create his jaw-dropping shadow paintings. The best part is that you can easily create something similar at home – all you need is one or two lamps and some items from your desk.

P.S.: if any of you guys do something similar, I would love see it! Just leave a comment with a picture.

Incredible Shadow Paintings by Rashad Alakbarov originally appeared on Bored Panda on January 25, 2012.

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  4. Incredible Folded Paper Art by Simon Schubert
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  6. 20 Incredible LEGO Artworks by Nathan Sawaya


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Creative Balloon Lamps by Estiluz

January 25th, 2012 by Bored Panda | No Comments | Filed in Design

If you’re looking for some unique lighting ideas for your kid’s room, you’re in luck (or in trouble) because Spanish decorative lighting manufacturers Estiluz offers a really cool set of balloon lamps that are both elegant and fun. Why in trouble?  Well, it’s a bit pricey, so better don’t let your kids see them. (Available at: platinlux.com for 262,33 EUR)

Creative Balloon Lamps by Estiluz originally appeared on Bored Panda on January 25, 2012.

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Back to The Future with Irina Werning (Part II)

January 23rd, 2012 by Bored Panda | No Comments | Filed in Design

Do you remember Irina Werning and her cool project called “Back to The Future” we’ve posted earlier? Well, it appears that Irina hasn’t stopped there and released the part II of her series.

A photographer born in Buenos Aires takes someone’s old photo and recreates the same old scene with the same person many years later. While it might not sound too complicated, she is unbelievably accurate – it seems that she just found some old and young look-alikes and shot two pictures on the same day.

“I love old photos. I admit being a nosey photographer. As soon as I step into someone else’s house, I start sniffing for them. Most of us are fascinated by their retro look but to me, it’s imagining how people would feel and look like if they were to reenact them today… A few months ago, I decided to actually do this. So, with my camera, I started inviting people to go back to their future..by the way, this project made me realize I’m a bit obsessive…” says the artist.

Website: irinawerning.com

Diego in 1970 & 2011, Buenos Aires

Christoph in 1990 & 2011,  Berlin Wall

Fer in 1981 & 2011, Buenos Aires

Andy in 1964 & 2011, Los Angeles

Evan in 1957 & 2011, NY

Giorgio in 1982 & 2011, Paris

Jackie in 1990 & 2011, Buenos Aires

Johannes in 1994 & 2011, Hambourg

Lea B in 1980 & 2011, Paris

Lea T in 1995 & 2011, Paris

Maartje in 1990 & 2011, Amsterdam

Maria Jose in 1983 & 2011, Buenos Aires

May in 1985 & 2011, Buenos Aires

Marcela in 1970 & 2011, Buenos Aires

Patrick in 1986 & 2011, Paris

Patrick B in 1982 & 2011, Berlin

Carli in 1990 & 2011, Buenos Aires

Puna in 2003 & 2011, Buenos Aires

Riff Raff in 1976 & 2011, London

Sarah and Jim in 1989 & 2011, Boston

Seba in 1986 & 2011, Patagonia

Sole in 1988 & 2011, Buenos Aires

Sonia and Laurita in 1998 & 2011,  Buenos Aires

The Zurbanos in 1999 & 2011, Buenos Aires

Campbell Twins in 1976 & 2011, London

Violeta in 1981 & 2011, Buenos Aires

Daphne in 1986 & 2011, Paris

Continue to Back to The Future (Part I)

Back to The Future with Irina Werning (Part II) originally appeared on Bored Panda on January 23, 2012.

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  2. Back to The Future with Irina Werning
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  6. Looking at the World through a Microscope (Part II)


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Giant Mirrored Building Facade Turns Visitors Into Spiderman

January 21st, 2012 by Bored Panda | No Comments | Filed in Design

If you happen to be in France right now, you can finally make your old dream come true! A giant mirrored building facade by artist Leandro Erlich will instantly turn you into a Spiderman. The installation is called Bâtiment (Building) and is currently on display at Le 104 in Paris as part of their In_Perceptions exhibition.

As we talked before, Argentinian artist Leandro Erlich is known for installations that seem to defy the basic laws of physics and befuddle the viewer. Be sure to also check out his incredible Fake Swimming Pool we featured earlier (if you haven’t done that yet.)

This awesome optical illusion is on display through March 2012, so don’t miss an excellent opportunity to climb a wall like Spiderman!

Website: leandroerlich.com.ar

Giant Mirrored Building Facade Turns Visitors Into Spiderman originally appeared on Bored Panda on January 21, 2012.

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Word as Image by Ji Lee

January 19th, 2012 by Bored Panda | No Comments | Filed in Design

Word as Image invites you to see letters beyond their utilitarian dullness. It’s about discovering the magic behind the unique shapes and infinite possibilities of letters and words. This book showcases nearly 100 of Ji Lee’s head-scratching word images, along with tips to help you create your own.

“When we were children, letters were like fun toys. We played with them through our building blocks. We colored them in books. We danced and sang along with TV puppets while learning C was for “cookie.” Soon, letters turned into words. Words turned into sentences. Sentences turned into thoughts. And along the way, we stopped playing with them and stopped marveling at A through Z,” says the author.

“Anyone can create a word as image. It doesn’t require any design or drawing skills. All you need is a little creative thinking and to see words and letters in a different way. The dictionary is filled with thousands of fun visual puzzles just waiting to be solved. Visit www.wordasimage.com to submit your solution.”

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This book showcases nearly 100 of Ji Lee’s head-scratching word images, along with tips to help you create your own.

Word as Image by Ji Lee originally appeared on Bored Panda on January 19, 2012.

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30 Amazing Infinity Pools Around The World

January 18th, 2012 by Bored Panda | No Comments | Filed in Design

If you’re suffering from winter blues and short, dark days are getting you down, then it’s time to take at least a virtual vacation and see some sunny pictures. To be more exact, let’s take a look at some of the most beautiful Infinity Pools Around The World.

According to Wikipedia: “An infinity edge pool (also named negative edge, zero edge, disappearing edge or vanishing edge pool) is a swimming or reflecting pool which produces a visual effect of water extending to the horizon, vanishing, or extending to “infinity”. One type of location in which the effect is particularly impressive is where the infinity edge appears to merge with a larger body of water such as the ocean, with the sky.”

The infinity pool design concept is said to have originated in France, where one of the first vanishing edge designs was utilized in the “Stag Fountain” at the Palace of Versailles in the early 1600s. However, they are often very expensive and require extensive structural, mechanical (hydraulic engineering) and architectural detailing.

1. Infinity Pool on 55-Storey Marina Bay Sand Hotel in Singapore

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2. Infinity Pool in Bali

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3. Infinity Pool in Khummala, Phuket, Thailand

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4. Infinity Pools at Ubud Hanging Gardens, Indonesia

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5. Infinity Pool in Indonesia

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6. Infinity Pool in Philippines

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7. Infinity Pool in Dhigufinolu Island on South Male’ Atoll

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8. Infinity Pool in Mexico

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9. Infinity Pool at the Kia Ora Hotel on Rangiroa

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10. Infinity Pool in Windward Islands

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11. Infinity Pool in Acuatico Beach Resort, Philippines

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12. Infinity Pool in Izmir, Turkey

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13. Infinity Pool in Maldives

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14. Infinity Pool in Sardinia

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15. Infinity Pool in Tahiti

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16. Infinity Pool in Turkey

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17. Infinity Pool in Taiwan

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18. Infinity Pool in Costa Rica

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19. Infinity Pool at Ayana Resort and Spa Bali, Jimbaran

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20. Infinity Pool in Racha Island

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21. Infinity Pool in Thailand

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22. Infinity Pool in Sri Lanka

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23. Infinity Pool in Indonesia

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24. Tat Kuang Si Waterfall

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25. Infinity Pool in Greenfields Calamba

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26. Infinity Pool in Thailand

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27. Infinity Pool in Los Cabos, Mexico

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28. Infinity Pool in Cancun, Mexico

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29. Infinity Pool at the Hotel Villa Mahal in Turkey

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30. Devil’s Pool at Victoria Falls

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30 Amazing Infinity Pools Around The World originally appeared on Bored Panda on January 18, 2012.

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Bat House by Estres Studio

January 13th, 2012 by Bored Panda | No Comments | Filed in Design

I’m not sure if bats would recognize the symbolic shape of the entrance hole, but this work by Estres studio is definitely capable of putting a smile on the viewers’ faces. From their website: “Mus as an ornamental object, recreates an upside down jail and represents the bats’ lost homes. An animal that has been vilipended by man, with a fundamental role in our environment and hitherto a terribly endangered species.”

Website: www.estudioestres.com

Bat House by Estres Studio originally appeared on Bored Panda on January 13, 2012.

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