Category Archives: Art

8 Sculptures Designed To Deceive

Posted on 07/01/2014 by Maxi

by maxi Talk about some talented artists, these have to be among the most inventive. When the serpent first caught my eye I thought it was real. A gigantic aluminum serpent was completed in 2012 by artist Huang Yong Ping. … Continue reading →

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Vets Cut Up Their Uniforms

Posted on 16/07/2012 by Maxi

“Where’s my uniform?” That’s what my cousin Freddy would be yellin’ if he knew what was going on. When I was young my cousin Freddy used to come to our house any time he was on leave in Key West. … Continue reading →

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How Were These 13 Ice Displays Created?

Posted on 16/01/2012 by Maxi

This winter wonder world was put together for the Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival in China. I have seen a few ice sculptures but nothing like these. The photos are all from AP. I just can’t believe people … Continue reading →

Posted in Art | Tagged China, Harbin, Harbin International Ice, Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival, Heilongjiang, Ice sculpture, List of ice and snow sculpture events, Snow Festival | Leave a comment

13 Hands You Can’t Shake

Posted on 04/05/2011 by Maxi

My daughter Tammy who lives in Coral Springs, Florida, USA e-mailed these pics to me the other day and I just had to share them with you. Don’t have details other than they were done by artists for a hand … Continue reading →

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Educated Pencils

Posted on 03/09/2010 by Maxi

A friend passed this on … these were all made from pencils: The pencil learned 5 lessons before slipping inside the box: 1. Everything you do will always leave a mark 2. You can always correct the mistakes you make … Continue reading →

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The Road To Hell

Posted on 30/07/2010 by Maxi

The road to hell is paved with good intentions. Ever hear that one? Well, I’m afraid that 61 year-old Brian Boland of Post Mills, Vermont is about to learn this lesson. Brian operates the Post Mills Airport and last month … Continue reading →

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Traveler Searches For Missing Body Parts

Posted on 21/05/2010 by Maxi

These unique sculptures created by French artist Bruno Catalono is a series titled: “In Search of Missing Pieces” It surprised me to find that some comments on these pieces are negative … I find them fascinating. bumbumbum.com What do you … Continue reading →

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