Thursday, January 28, 2010

Macro Inspiration from the Insect World

A few selected macro photos of insects, possibly inspiration for all you fantasy artists out there…

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Via Pixdaus

What Stormtroopers do on their Day Off

A superb photo series on what storm troopers do on their day off! Force-props to Stefan who created the series and uploads a new shot to Flickr every day.

Check out the Stormtroopers 365 Flickr Set

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Gigantic Belgian Monster Cows

I can't help but stare at these huge monster cows! Apparently, they originate in 19th century Belgium by crossing local cattle with British cattle.

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The Belgian Blue cattle are gigantic bovine wonders. Their enormous size and muscle mass, sometimes called "double muscling," is a naturally occurring mutation of the gene for myostatin, a protein that regulates muscle growth. This mutation results in accelerated lean muscle growth.

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For show, they're often shaved to show off their muscle growth.

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See this video below for a little insight into their "development". Watch as they collect the semen from one bull for artificial insemination (not kidding!)

Via Divine Caroline

James Griffioen – Feral Houses of Detroit

Photographer James Griffioen left a comfy life as a securities lawyer in San Francisco to take pictures and raise his family in Detroit – what many consider the most dangerous city in America thanks to a staggering rate of 1,220 violent crimes committed per 100,000 people.

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Griffioen has since spent his days walking the streets of his disintegrating hometown photographing the houses that others have long left behind. In the absence of their owners, architectural structures are slowly taken over by green matter. He calls the series of photographs Feral Houses; feral meaning "reversion to a wild state" and belonging to the dead.

Via Flavorwire


Star Wars in Dubai

With Dubai set to unveil the tallest building in the world, surpassing the current icon, the Taipei 101, I'm far more interested in French photographer Cédric Delsaux's rendition of Star Wars in the Arab state.

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PhotoShop Beaten Actors

Rather than beautify them, PhotoShop is used to great effect here to ruff up some celebrity actors. I find this selection originate from respectable talent, so now we just need to see some talentless celebs receive the same treatment.

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Rather than beautify them, PhotoShop is used to great effect here to ruff up some celebrity actors. I find this selection originate from respectable talent, so now we just need to see some talentless celebs receive the same treatment.

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Hemp Stripe Bone Toys

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Pamper your dog with these stylish, bone-shaped toys. They are 100% natural hemp stripe bones that are stuffed with hypo-allergenic, eco-friendly fiber made from 100% recycled post-consumer plastics.Each toy includes a surprise inside – a two way squeaker that will grab the attention of any curious dog. Whether Large or Small, you can mix & match the colors and sizes; available in Blue, Brown, Green, Red and Orange stripes. Machine wash and dry.

Round Cuddle Up Dog Bed

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From the famous 'Dog Whisperer' Cesar Millan, this designer bed is unmatched in comfort and good looks. If your dogs love to snuggle then they would absolutely love the round shape of the bed as well as the 360° bolster pillow …Sweet dreams.

This bolster bed features a faux bomber leather exterior that will surely look good in any room, and a Microtec sleeping surface – a breathable, super soft, microfiber material with a luxurious supple touch.

The removable cushion and sides are filled with sustainable recycled polyester fill so its comfortable for your dog and is good for the earth too. A bonded polyester bottom pad adds a little extra support and helps maintain the structure and shape of the bed. The removable zippered cushion cover is machine washable for easy maintenance.