Monday, 29 October 2012

Arachnophobics beware: Amazing shots of spider webs



Gorgeous Macro Shots of Spiderwebs Twinkling with Raindrops by Lafugue Logos
I've been interested by spider silk ever since I did my physics coursework on the properties and uses of it. I found out that because its as strong as high-grade steel, if humans could synthetically produce it, spider silk would be contender for being used to make bullet proof vests!

Tuesday, 23 October 2012

Lee Prince: Realist Oil Paintings

Snack

Jelly Doughnuts

Lemon Meringue

Grilled Cheese II

Ice Cream II

Strawberry Shortcake II

Strawberry Shortcake III

Self Portrait in Tub with Chinese Food
Realist oil painter Lee Price paints self-portraits of herself from an overhead vantage point, primarily in bathrooms while eating junk food.