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Complex & Beautifully Symmetrical Landscapes Of Earth

Complex & Beautifully Symmetrical Landscapes Of Earth

Alex Wain April 30, 2013 1

It’s not first time that Google Maps has been reconfigured and subverted for the arts, but it’s certainly one of the more creative. David Thomas Smith is a visual artist currently living in Dublin who

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The World’s Favourite Cities Plunged Into Darkness

The World’s Favourite Cities Plunged Into Darkness

Alex Wain April 12, 2013 1

Every major capital city suffers from light pollution, even in the depths of the night, total darkness rarely enters the streets – despite the best attempts of Earth Hour. That’s why we’re huge fans

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China’s Latest Craze? Dressing Their Dogs In Pantyhose

China’s Latest Craze? Dressing Their Dogs In Pantyhose

Alex Wain April 6, 2013 0

You’re not imagining the title of this story, it’s actually happening. Remember how China suddenly went bananas for ‘The Facekini’? Well now they’ve decided to start up a new meme / fetish / bout of utter

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Can You Imagine Your City Without A Single Person?

Can You Imagine Your City Without A Single Person?

Alex Wain March 27, 2013 0

We all need quiet time, a few moments or hours away from the hustle and bustle of the world around us. The constant hum of the city, whether it’s thunderous car engines churning away,

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A Shocking Look At Hong Kong’s Claustrophobic Apartments

A Shocking Look At Hong Kong’s Claustrophobic Apartments

Alex Wain February 22, 2013 2

The world’s population is living longer and as a result space is getting smaller. That leads to expensive housing & cost of living, but due to the discrepancy in income across many parts of

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Is This The Future? A Chinese Restaurant Run By Robots

Is This The Future? A Chinese Restaurant Run By Robots

Alex Wain February 12, 2013 0

Who needs an entire restaurant of expensive chefs, sommeliers, crisp cut waiters or a maître d’ when you have an army of 20 robots waiting for your command? Well that’s the reality in a small restaurant

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Cute & Cheeky Pop Culture Characters Getting It On

Cute & Cheeky Pop Culture Characters Getting It On

Alex Wain February 7, 2013 1

Let’s face it, it’s not every day you get to see Yoda getting it on with a Stormtrooper or He-Man and Skeletor having sharing a moment, but thanks to the funny & mischievous art

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72 Year Old Grandfather Becomes Viral Fashion Sensation

72 Year Old Grandfather Becomes Viral Fashion Sensation

Alex Wain November 27, 2012 0

Ah internets, home to the weird and wonderful – although when it comes to this next feature, you’d be hard pressed to tell the difference really. Say hello to Liu Xianping, the 72-year-old awesome

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China’s Latest Fashion Craze – The Facekini

China’s Latest Fashion Craze – The Facekini

Alex Wain August 22, 2012 5

We always thought the Japanese were more than a little kooky in with their fashion, but it seems the Chinese are catching up with the launch of the “Facekini” – and yes, it’s as

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China’s Latest Mode of Transport? Invisible Bicycles.

China’s Latest Mode of Transport? Invisible Bicycles.

Alex Wain June 12, 2012 1

Chinese photographer Zhaohua Sen has captured a new phenomenon sweeping China right now. People it seems are giving up their cars and turning their back on public transport so that they can ride their invisible

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