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Since watching Hustlers , I've been listening to Bob Seger constantly. When I was a kid, he was household music. My mom used to listen to We've Got Tonight every Sunday morning. She would blast that song loud as hell while she cleaned, and it gave me a chance to hear something besides The Beatles. Bob's Night Moves is probably one of the dirtiest songs ever written, but the story of trying to get laid has never been told with so much class.

Hong Kong's Louis To creates edible figurines that are sweet inside and out. With his bare hands, a pair of scissors and a blow pipe, he transforms chunks of melted sugar into colorful animal sculptures. Sugar blowing dates back hundreds of years, but today only a few people are keeping the tradition alive. Read the full story here .

I can hardly read a word from Nana Isozaki's Twitter account , and yet here I am—scrolling months deep into her tweets. Maybe it's the soothing colors of her paintings. Maybe it's her use of that old-fashioned texture. I'm not sure. But there's something relaxing in her work and it's just what I'm looking for at the moment. The Japanese artist paints mostly landscapes and animals, and the soothing simplicity in her compositions make you want to stare at the canvas a little longer. Below are some of my favorites: You can also follow Nana on Instagram .

With a number of high-profile awards and exhibitions, Loribelle Spirovski has shown herself as an artist to look out for. At times, her paintings look no different from a photograph, while others delve into the surreal. Sometimes there are abstract, surrealist and realistic qualities all within one portrait. Born in Manila to a Filipino mother and a Yugoslav father, Loribelle migrated to Sydney and earned a degree in Art Education from the College of Fine Arts at the University of New South Wales. But when she realized that teaching wasn't for her, she began to paint. Social media played a vital role in carving her creative niche and helped her a lot in becoming a notable young artist on the international scene. She often blends traditional methods with more experimental techniques. However, she admits that it is her childhood in the Philippines that has had the biggest impact on her art. Her debut solo exhibition in London at HOFA Gallery is nearing its close, but she ...

Yuko Shimizu is Japanese illustrator based in New York whose work personally continues to inspire me every time it pops up on my Instagram feed. You may have seen her work on Pepsi cans, GAP tees, Nike ads, as well as on book covers and magazine pages. In this video, Yuko takes us inside the process behind creating her artwork for Godzilla: The Showa-Era Films, 1954-1975 , which also features new illustrations by Becky Cloonan, Robert Goodin, Benjamin Marra, Takashi Okazaki, Angela Rizza, and a lot more.

Have you read this gem of a book yet? I bought a copy at a thrift shop last week and finished reading it in two days. Rarely has a book with so much information been such an enjoyable read. In Consider the Fork: A History of How We Cook and Eat, British food writer Bee Wilson outlines the evolution of the kitchen and its contents with wit and skill. The paperback features history, science, and personal anecdotes on how our culinary tools—from spoons to pots to rice cookers—came to be and how their influence has shaped today's food culture. It is well researched and insanely detailed. Bee's style of writing makes it easy for readers to engage in her passion. Here's an excerpt. "Making toast is satisfying. You could say that's because it's such a comforting substance—the crispness, the heavenly aroma as yellow butter slowly melts into the crevices. But the satisfaction is also mechanical and childish: fitting the slices in the slots, setting the timer, and...

The Mandalorian 's Baby Yoda has become an instant pop-culture phenomenon. The big-eared, doe-eyed character may be 50 years old, but that doesn't make it any less adorable. Now here's a timelapse video of Nicholas Brown creating a life-like Baby Yoda sculpture. Technically, you could probably recreate this video at home, given infinite access to clay, patience, and insane artistic skills. But I suggest you better leave it to the pros, and in this case, that's LoreCraft .

For more than 10 years Japanese artist Chie Hitotsuyama has been creating a series of life size animal sculptures using old newspapers. The three-dimensional works include a rhinoceros, a walrus, an iguana, a couple of bisons and a group of snow monkeys. She makes them by tightly rolling, twisting, and binding pieces of wet newspaper. She even utilizes the colored print to produce stunning gradations. Born in Shizuoka Prefecture in 1982, Chie graduated from the Department of Design at Tokyo Polytechnic University's Faculty of Arts in 2004. If you're in Tokyo, her work is part of an exhibition that's on view at Gallery Pause in Shinjuku until December 11, 2019. You can also keep up with Chie's work on Instagram . Here's another Japanese artist you might also like.

Those who want to get a genuine taste of India's culture can take advantage of the country's wedding tourism through JoinMyWedding.com . Some Indian couples tying the knot like the idea of sharing their day and their customs. They even make a little money from it. Travelers pay a fee that allows them to "dress in traditional Indian garb, taste the exotic flavors, dance to the enchanting music, and take part in beautiful wedding customs." While it may sound strange at first glance, I think it is also an exciting and fulfilling way to experience the country's traditions and cultural values.

These beautiful urban furniture pieces provide much more than just a nice place to sit. They also double as recharging stations. Created by Hungarian design studio Hello Wood , the wooden spaces are equipped with solar panels and USB sockets to help the connected generation's electrical devices stay charged. They're ideal for use in parks, at bus stations, schools and shopping areas. In addition to providing comfort and collecting renewable energy, the outdoor installations are also sustainable. The wood came from responsibly managed forests, while the shock-resistant solar panels were manufactured using recycled plastic waste. They have already been installed at several schools in Budapest, where they also serve as a community spaces. [h/t: Inhabitat ]

I've been a fan of John Conway ever since his book All Yesterdays came out and was surprised to see I've never actually posted about his work on my blog. John has been drawing dinosaurs since he was a kid, and is known for his unique portrayals of the prehistoric creatures. He caught my attention again today when I discovered this uncanny illustration he did (pictured above). Most of his work is done in Photoshop and Illustrator, but he also paints with Procreate on the iPad. "I explore some subjects that are not often found fine art," he explains. "I just paint things because I like the idea a lot of the time." Scroll down and check out some of his amazing creations.

From the 2020 Pirelli Calendar by Paolo Roversi Renowned fashion photographer Paolo Roversi took inspiration from William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet for the 47th edition of the Pirelli Calendar . Historically, The Cal featured provocative images of women, but recently the brand has moved away from scantily-clad models to more artistic themes. Roversi chose Claire Foy, Mia Goth, Chris Lee, Indya Moore, Emma Watson, Kristen Stewart, Rosalía, Yara Shahidi, and Stella Roversi to interpret the role of Juliet for the calendar. Speaking of his work, the Italian lensman said : "The idea of Juliet came to me because I have been exploring the themes of beauty and love for several years. I have also investigated femininity and tenderness. Juliet is all of this. When I think of a feminine ideal, I think Juliet is one of the few characters who successfully embodies it in herself." Thank God there's not a single Romeo to be found. Anyway, here's a behind-the-scen...

Don't throw out that newspaper! At least, not if you live near Atsushi Adachi of Japan. This young man is an artist who makes miniature sculptures of objects using old newspaper clippings and articles. He started in 2006 with a replica of the Japanese battleship Yamato , and has since created cars, airplanes, insects, astronauts and marine vessels. If you're in New York, be sure to drop by at WhiteBox Gallery in East Harlem. Adachi's work is part of an exhibition titled Emerging Tokyo that's on view until December 7, 2019. [h/t: Spoon & Tamago ]

Beware of films featuring dogs. Most dog movies will leave you in tears by the time they end. Set in 1925, Togo tells the true story of Norwegian sled dog trainer Leonhard Seppala (Willem Dafoe) and his undersized Siberian husky. When a deadly epidemic strikes the town of Nome, Alaska, it falls to Leonhard and his furry friend to risk their lives and make the run to retrieve the cure, hundreds of miles away. Over the years, dog movies have evolved. The good thing is that unlike in the majority of Disney's recent films, Togo is a real animal rather than a creation emerged directly from a hard drive. Streaming on Disney+ December 20, 2019. WATCH:

Fifty years ago, a newspaper ran a story claiming that Paul McCartney had been killed in a car crash and was replaced by a double who looks, sings, and writes almost exactly like him. The rumor spread like wildfire and, by late October 1969, Macca was forced to come out of seclusion at his Scottish farm to deny the story. Paul Is Dead: When The Beatles Lost McCartney is an upcoming graphic novel that tells a story behind the weirdest and most famous of all music conspiracy theories. Published by Image Comics, the 128 page-book will be released on April 28, 2020. I really like the cover art. As physical books become niche products, design and packaging will matter more and more.

Some things don't need to make sense for you to enjoy them. That's how I feel while watching this music video for Alphabets Heaven's Comte . Directed, designed, and animated by Natalia Ryss , the video is intriguing, addicting, and an absolute mind-trip. Drop a tab, wait 15 minutes, and enjoy!

I have been watching James Bond in one form or another all my life, beginning with Dr. No starring Sean Connery all the way to Spectre . I have even seen the pointless 1967 parody Casino Royale starring David Niven. As far as I am concerned Daniel Craig is the best 007 ever, and here's a taste of what to expect from the English actor's final outing as Bond.

The world's largest 3D-printed structure – a two-story office building for a Dubai government agency – has been built in the city's Al Warsan region. It took the printer 21 days to complete the workplace, which stands at 31 feet tall and an area of 640 square meters. Apis Cor , the company responsible for the construction, plans to offer its technology in the United States next year, as part of affordable housing initiatives. WATCH:

Manila-based visual artist Archie Oclos is on a quest to prove that street art can make a difference. His murals mostly represent the under-represented, and his work serves as a form of commentary on issues such as extra-judicial killings and violence against indigenous peoples. They're inspiring, easy to remember, and socially relevant. Anyway, here's some music.

The details in Alex Gardner 's work are enough to spark curiosity, but not sufficient to answer my questions. Who are these faceless people? What secrets do they hold? The Long Beach-based artist draws inspiration from everyday people, 16th century European art, and films. His acrylic paintings on linen have an illusive feeling, but he insists that he is not a surrealist and he resists any categorization.   If you're a fan, like I expect you should be, follow him on Instagram for more amazing stuff.

I could never get enough of Sayaka Ganz . The Japanese-born artist saves the planet from plastic, at the same time creates brilliant animal sculptures. Raised under the Japanese philosophy of Shintoism, she hopes to bring greater awareness to the condition of our environment through her art. When creating sculptures, Sayaka organizes the reclaimed plastic objects into color groups, constructs a wire frame, and then carefully attaches the fragments of waste until she creates the shape she has envisioned. Her work has been exhibited in many places around the globe, among them Parma, Tokyo, Denver, New York, and San Francisco to name a few. Sayaka's Reclaimed Creations is currently on view at the Asian Arts & Culture Center at Towson University in Maryland. She regularly posts on Facebook, so be sure to like and follow her page for updates.