Tagged: culture

Mythical Beasts of Mexican Painter and Street Artist Curiot (20 pictures)

Painter and street artist Curiot (Favio Martinez) creates vibrant mythical beasts blending human and animal forms while alluding to a number of Mexican traditions (geometric designs, Day of the Dead styles, myths and legends, and tribal tinges). His characters seem to exist outside of time, and possess so much magnetism that the artist’s compositions maintain a certain vibrancy even in the absence of any background elements.

How to solve Rubik’s Cube (in 20 moves or less)

Today’s infographic is especially interesting because not only does it tell you how to solve it, but it also gives some really interesting information about the history of the Rubik’s cube, and the cult following that it has. Check it out to solve your Rubik’s cube and show off to your friends.

This was truly amazing cultural place: NYC Graffiti Mecca “5Pointz” Is Gone… (30 pictures)

Considered by many to be the graffiti mecca of the world, 5 Pointz is a converted warehouse covered in tags and murals by famous and novice graffiti artists alike, which houses artist studios.

Long Island City’s graffiti mecca was whitewashed overnight by the building’s owner to begin the process that will turn the landmark into luxury condos. Police were present to fend off protesters trying to save the landmark and word quickly spread via social media.

Let’s see how it looked like on amazing HQ photos.

32 Superstition Origins

Let’s take a look at the origin of some common superstitions, such as a black cat crossing your path, throwing salt over your left shoulder, and walking under a ladder.